Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is Piece Mode?

Piece Mode is a platform for discovering, collecting, and releasing unique digital Pieces.

What is a Piece?

A Piece is a digital collectible NFT that can be minted, collected, and traded. Each Piece is unique and may have different attributes, rarity, or content.

Who is Piece Mode for?

Piece Mode is for both:

  • • Creators who want to launch limited or exclusive digital Pieces.

  • • Collectors who want to discover and collect those Pieces.

Chain & Wallets

Which blockchain does Piece Mode use?

Piece Mode currently runs on Base, an Ethereum Layer 2 network. It’s designed for low fees and consumer-friendly apps.

What currency is used for gas?

Gas fees on Base are paid in ETH on Base. You need a small amount of ETH on the Base network to mint or claim Pieces.

How do I get ETH on Base?

You typically:

  • • Buy or hold ETH on a supported exchange or wallet.

  • • Bridge some ETH to Base using a bridge or directly from a compatible exchange.

  • • Connect your wallet to Piece Mode and select the Base network.

Which wallets can I use?

Any EVM-compatible wallet that supports Base (for example, MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, Rainbow and others) should work, as long as it can connect to Base and hold ETH on Base.

Availability & Jurisdictions

Are all mints available in every country?

No. Some drops may be restricted in certain jurisdictions due to local rules, platform policies, or creator settings. Not all mints are available in all countries.

Why might a mint be unavailable to me?

You might be blocked from a specific mint because of:

  • • Your location or IP region.

  • • Age restrictions.

  • • Specific allowlist or eligibility rules set for that drop.

  • • Other compliance or platform rules.

Collectors

What can collectors do on Piece Mode?

Collectors can browse available drops, mint or claim NFTs.

Do I need a wallet to mint?

Yes. You need a compatible wallet connected to Base, with a small amount of ETH on Base to pay gas fees.

Can I choose exactly which piece I get?

Usually no. In many drops:

  • • Pieces are assigned automatically (sequentially or via drop mechanics).

  • • You claim “one piece from the drop,” rather than choosing a specific token.

  • • If a drop offers explicit selection, it will be clearly described.

Are transactions refundable?

Blockchain transactions are typically final once confirmed. Minting fees and gas costs are generally non-refundable unless a drop explicitly states otherwise.

Can I resell a piece later?

If the piece is transferable and supported by external marketplaces on Base, you may be able to resell it later. Availability depends on the chain, marketplace support, and project rules.

Creators

What can creators do on Piece Mode?

Creators can:

  • • Upload or connect their content.

  • • Configure drop parameters (supply, price, timing, reveal mechanics).

  • • Release limited or exclusive pieces to their audience.

Can creators limit where their drops are available?

Yes. Creators can work with the platform to:

  • • Restrict access based on region or other criteria.

  • • Configure allowlists or eligibility rules for specific drops.

Can creators choose the reveal style of their collection?

Yes. Creators can choose:

  • • Immediate reveal (content visible at mint time).

  • • Delayed reveal (hidden metadata and surprise mechanics).

  • • Other variations depending on the project’s contract setup.

Do you charge fees on secondary sales?

We charge a 10% fee on the initial mint. On secondary markets, we don’t take a cut if they happen outside of Piece Mode.

Can I earn royalties on secondary sales?

Yes. You can set a royalty percentage for your collection. When your pieces are traded on marketplaces that respect on-chain royalties, you receive that share of secondary sales. Piece Mode doesn’t take a cut of those royalties.

Delayed Reveal & Surprise Mechanics

What is a delayed reveal?

Delayed reveal means:

  • • The final artwork, name, and metadata are hidden at first.

  • • Collectors mint a piece that shows a placeholder.

  • • The real content is revealed later via a reveal event.

Why use delayed reveal?

Delayed reveal is used to:

  • • Create surprise and anticipation.

  • • Reduce sniping based on visible rarity.

  • • Make minting feel more like discovering a mystery piece.

Who controls the reveal?

Reveal is controlled by the authorized party for the drop (usually the creator or project operator via the smart contract). The exact timing and conditions depend on the specific drop.

Will I know the rarity of my piece before reveal?

No. With delayed reveal:

  • • You know you’ve minted a piece from a given drop.

  • • You don’t know the exact visual, name, or rarity until the reveal happens.

Metadata & Content

Can metadata change after mint?

In some drops:

  • • Metadata is hidden until reveal.

  • • Certain corrections or updates may be applied (e.g., fixing typos or technical issues).

  • • Each drop’s page will indicate if metadata is fixed or may change, especially around reveal.

Do I own the artwork when I mint?

When you mint:

  • • You own the token (the NFT).

  • • The rights to the underlying artwork or content depend on the drop’s specific terms (for example, whether it includes personal-use, commercial-use, or other rights).

  • • If in doubt, check the description or any linked license for that drop.

Technical & Troubleshooting

Why did my transaction fail?

Common reasons include:

  • • Not enough ETH on Base to cover gas.

  • • Network congestion or RPC issues.

  • • Drop conditions not met (sold out, price changed, allowlist rules, etc.).

What if a drop sells out?

Once a drop is sold out, no more pieces from that drop can be minted, unless a new drop or additional supply is explicitly announced.

Is Piece Mode responsible for blockchain issues?

Piece Mode doesn’t control:

  • • The Base network itself.

  • • Wallet software.

  • • External marketplaces.

We provide the interface and the drop logic, but the underlying transactions depend on the blockchain and your wallet.