Origins S12 Kicks Off with 90K AXS Rewards and New Features

Origins S12 is live! 90K AXS in rewards, a free Jin avatar, and new features like Axie Check-In and Gauntlet Mode updates await.
Axie S12 update

Compete for Glory in Origins S12

The 12th season of Axie Origins is officially live! Over the next 8 weeks, players will battle for a massive 90,000 AXS prize pool, along with new features and improvements to enhance the competitive experience.

🏆 80K AXS will be awarded through the Leaderboard Rewards, with the Top 15,000 eligible for prizes.
🏆 7K AXS is reserved for Collectible Chest rewards.
🏆 3K AXS will go to the Elite 8 Tournament Champion.

S12 Leaderboards run from February 12, 10:00 UTC to March 26, 10:00 UTC.

Axie Infinity S12 Leaderboard Rewards. Image: axieinfinity.com

Claim Your Exclusive Jin x Origins Avatar

To celebrate Ronin’s grand opening, all Origins players will receive a free, limited-time Jin avatar! Check your in-game mail in the coming days to claim your celestial warrior avatar and represent the Ronin revolution in the arena.

Axie Infinity Exclusive Jin Avatar. Image: axieinfinity.com

New Axie Check-In Feature – Earn Daily Rewards

The Axie Check-In feature is now live, allowing players to earn points just by checking in with an Axie. These points can be redeemed for:
âś… Runes
âś… Charm Boxes
âś… Crafting Materials

Players who own higher-tier collectible Axies (Agamogenesis, Mystic, and Origins) will earn Elite Check-In Points, which can be used for extra-special rewards.Note: Collectible Runes and Charms will not be distributed this season. Their rewards have been shifted to the Axie Check-In Shop, offering even more total claimable rewards for collectible holders.

Axie Infinity New Check In Feature. Image: axieinfinity.com

Gauntlet Mode Returns with Major Improvements

đź’  New Entry Fee: Gauntlet Mode now costs 2 Stamina per run instead of SLP, making it more accessible to all players.
đź’  New Buffs & Rules: The mode now features simplified buffs and randomized rules to keep battles fresh.
đź’  New Gauntlet Rewards: Earn Gauntlet Points instead of SLP, which can be exchanged for Choice Boxes, Crafting Materials, AXP Boosters, and Luck Dice.

Other Major Updates in S12

🔹 Mystic++ Rune Upgrade Costs Reduced – Upgrading Mystic Level 2 → Level 3 Runes now requires 2 instead of 3 for a more balanced progression.
🔹 Balancing Updates – Season 12 brings fine-tuned gameplay adjustments for a more competitive experience.
🔹 Collectible Chest Rewards Reminder – Holders of collectible Axies who finish Rare Era at Tiger rank or higher will receive Collectible Chests filled with Tickets redeemable for AXS.

Axie Infinity New Collectable Rewards in S12. Image: axieinfinity.com

Final Thoughts – A New Era for Origins

Since Origins launched in 2022, players have earned millions in rewards, and champions have emerged. With Season 12, the game is reaching a stable and complete state, meaning no major revamps—just the intense arena battles we all love.

Let’s keep pushing, Lunacians! ⚔️🔥