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SOLEX launches SolSea, a native metaverse NFT watch, for charity sale.

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SOLEX launches SolSea, a native metaverse NFT watch, for charity sale.

This article is provided by SOLEX.

Digital Art Collection, Engaging in Charity Support

As the first watch project native to the Metaverse, SOLEX explores the possibilities and applications of defining top-tier watches in the future world, giving the word "collection" a higher level of meaning. SOLEX believes that watches have evolved from indispensable timing tools in today's society to collectible items, aligning well with the characteristics of NFT. The design concept breaks through the limitations of reality in the form of NFT, allowing for imaginative creativity.

The story began in August 2021 when founder Sushi received his first NFT art airdrop, inspiring him to bridge the concept of art collection between online and offline worlds. During the global isolation imposed by the pandemic, which brought not only physical threats but also significant psychological distress to humanity, Sushi, who had suffered from depression for years, decided to embark on this project with a charitable mindset, raising awareness of mental health issues. During the first SOLEX airdrop, NFTs worth $200,000 were fully donated as a way to kick-start the project. Moving forward, 50% of the profits will be continuously donated to mental health-related charities, a concept that will extend to every SOLEX collector once SOLEX is listed on major trading platforms.

SOLEX is a team from Los Angeles and Taipei, led by project heads Sushi and Lil Sushi, who are watch manufacturers, and partner Echo, a gallery owner and art collector. With professional watchmaking craftsmanship and art collection backgrounds, SOLEX has drawn attention from watch enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. The SOLEX S1 series received pre-registrations from 2,341 collectors in over 70 countries before its launch in early October 2021.

SOLEX's Discord community currently has around 4,000 members from over 30 countries and regions, while their Twitter has approximately 9,000 followers. They have collaborated with over 15 projects and KOLs in various fields including music, esports, art, sports, fashion, and dining.

NFTs Can Be Made into Matching Handcrafted Watches

During the inaugural year of the Metaverse, SOLEX participated in the OneOffs NFT International Art Fair from December 24-26, 2021, at W Taipei, attracting nearly 20,000 visitors and generating total sales of nearly 50 million. Pioneering an all-in-one virtual-physical business model that spans art, blockchain, VR, and other fields, the exhibition received enthusiastic responses. Displaying NFTs and custom-made physical watches matching the NFTs, SOLEX became the focus of the exhibition for visitors and collectors. The collaboration with XRSPACE for an online virtual art gallery experience allowed people to feel the charm of online virtual interaction. Upon the exhibition's closure, SOLEX donated 20% of the profits from the sales to the American Institute of Mental Health (AIM).

The organizers also partnered with Poly Auction Hong Kong for the ARTitude online auction from December 24 to January 12, and SOLEX was honored to participate, offering three SOLEX SE collaborative watch series NFTs and matching physical watches. Proceeds from the auction will continue to be donated to AIM.

Introduction to SOLEX S2 Second-Generation Watches

Paying tribute to Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak Offshore series, compared to the first-generation SOLEX watches that sold out upon their October launch, the upcoming second-generation SOLEX design significantly increases the number of design possibilities in each part of the watch, expanding the potential combinations from over 40 million to 120 million different possibilities. The color treatment incorporates a gradient effect, enhancing the visual texture of the watch's metal material, presenting a more exquisite texture for each SOLEX watch. The SOLEX Season 2 series will be launched on 1/11, with a total of 2,222 pieces priced at 0.49 SOL, approximately $75 USD at the time of writing.

SOLEX Project Goals and Vision

  • Wearable watches in the Metaverse
  • SOLEX NFT holders will receive 3D modules for future use in the Metaverse
  • SOLEX NFT holders have the opportunity to receive future NFT and token airdrops
  • The team will continue to support mental health-related charities
  • A virtual art gallery for collectors to appreciate watches
  • Sharing and exchanging experiences with professional watchmakers
  • Organizing offline networking events periodically
  • The Metaverse watch and fashion accessory trading market

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