Frequently asked questions
In order to mint an NFT you can do this either with your credit card (only available in some countries, local regulations prohibiting) or through the use of a crypto wallet (most common).
If you do not have a Crypto wallet then you will need to follow these steps:
- Open up a Crypto Account on a Crypto Exchange (Like Luno, Coinbase, Binance, etc depending on your country).
- Deposit money into the Crypto Exchange via your bank.
- Once your money reflects, then use this money to buy ETH (Crypto Currency) on the Crypto Exchange (This is the same principle as converting Rands into Dollars),
- You need to create a MetaMask wallet (Crypto Wallet),
- Transferring ETH from your Crypto Exchange to Your MetaMask wallet, and finally,
- Minting (Buying) your Mashabas NFT which is then held in your MetaMask wallet.
We have provided you with a guide to help you get started should you need one.
Noko refers to an NFT as a Noko Fan Ticket but what an NFT actually stands for is a Non- Fungible Token. This can be confusing. But all non-fungible means is that it is one of a kind, unique and cannot be interchanged or replaced with something that looks similar.
NFTs can be used to represent digital ownership. This proof of ownership is in the form of a smart contract, which can be authenticated on a public record system known as the blockchain. Since an NFT is unique and can be authenticated, this creates scarcity which can drive the value upwards through demand.
The MASHABAS NFTs are unique digital assets. This means there will be only one of each work of art.
Ownership of the MASHABAS NFT’s will guarantee membership into a Digital Content Project where members can contribute to the development of “The Adventures of Noko Mashaba” series for TV. Members will receive rewards and merchandise for their contribution over the life of the Project. The more the NFTs are minted and traded, the more opportunities will arise for more developments in the Project which will be added to the Road Map.
The MASHABAS NFT Project is a collaboration between RAMS Comics, Smart Pilgrim and Digital Rondavel. We have teamed up to create and develop a great digital project. RAMS Comics has a history of developing great content for the past 9 years for YouTube and big South African brands such as Dstv, Chicken Licken, Department of Health and many others. This collaboration will provide a digital platform for fans to participate in the life of “The Adventures of Noko Mashaba” and to bring it to a Global Stage and making Noko Mashaba a global icon.
The MASHABAS NFT are based on the award-winning cartoon series “The Adventures of Noko Mashaba” that was first aired in 2013. The cartoon series has a growing community of fans and enthusiasts. Since its creation, the series has garnered millions of views and won many awards. This demonstrates our commitment to the long-term success of the series.
Owning a MASHABAS NFT will provide membership access to a Digital Content Project that will feed into the development of “The Adventures of Noko Mashaba” series for TV. Our NFT project is a way of building a well-known brand to bring great entertainment to the Global Market and offer Utility with continued benefits to its holders. See our Roadmap for more as well as FAQ: "WHAT BENEFITS (UTILITY) WILL I RECEIVE FROM MY NFT" below.
It is important to note that the Noko Mashaba characters and all variations are the IP (Intellectual Property) of Rams Comics (Pty) Ltd and therefore the holders of the NFT are not entitled to use the NFT and any variations of the image for any commercial reasons or reproduction.
The holder has the right to display the NFT for personal use only and not for commercial use. The only rights of the NFT holder are as per the rights described under FAQ – “WHAT BENEFITS (UTILITY) WILL I RECEVIED FROM MY NFT”
The MASHABAS NFT will be a collector’s item.
10 lucky NFT holders will received their ETH mint price back when we have minted 10,000 NFTs.
Exclusive Merchandise drop only for NFT holders.
After 10,000 Dons NFTs are minted, we will develop Dimoyane Chips and exclusive tasting to all NFT holders. Limited edition release before commercialization of the product for sale to the public.
5 Lucky NFT holders will receive their ETH mint price back if their NFT is chosen to be featured in The Adventures of Noko Mashaba episodes flighted on YouTube.
Profits from the project will be re-invested into the project adding value to the NFT project.
Refer to our Roadmap for more and future benefits.
And let's not forget the really cool profile picture for And let's not forget the really cool profile picture for the socials. Social media platforms have recently added a functionality to connect your MetaMask wallet to your profile picture which allows you to proudly display your one of a kind MASHABAS NFT.
The MASHABAS NFT is held on the Ether Blockchain Network and valued in ETH. This has price volatility, and the value could fluctuate constantly.
1 NFT
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0.08 ETH
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$151
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R2784
With all Crypto based transactions there are significant market fluctuations in the price of Crypto.
The NFT Project will follow a Roadmap. The success of the Project and achieving of the milestones will depend on the support of all NFT holders.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT FINANCIAL ADVISORS AND THEREFORE DO NOT PROVIDE FINANCIAL ADVISE BUT ARE PURELY HIGHLIGHTING SOME OF THE POSSIBLE BENEFITS AND RISKS IN HOLDING A MASHABAS NFT. ANY PERSON INTERESTED IN BUYING NFTs OR CRYPTO WOULD NEED TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT ALL ASPECTS BEFORE MAKING THEIR DECISION AND NOT ONLY RELY ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY US.
CRYPTO EXCHANGE – This is a Crypto Currency provider, much like a bank. They allow you to take you normal (fiat money) currency (Rand, Dollar, Euro, Pound, etc) and exchange it for Crypto Currency such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), etc.
CRYPTO CURRENCY – This is basically the currency used on the respective blockchains. You NEED this in order to transact on a blockchain. Much like you need Rands when in South Africa or Dollars when in the USA. This means when you are transacting on the Bitcoin Blockchain Network you will use Bitcoin (BTC) to transact. As our NFTs are on the Ethereum Blockchain Network you would need Ether (ETH) in order to transact.
META MASK Wallet – This is a wallet just like you carry around with you daily. It is in place for you to keep your Crypto Currency and NFTs that cannot be accessed by anyone but you. This is like withdrawing money from the ATM and keeping it in your wallet.
A Crypto Exchange Like Luno, Coinbase, Binance, etc are all exchanges (similar to a Bank) and they help you buy and sell your Crypto Currency and you can exchange your money from crypto to local currency and vice versa.
A Crypto Wallet is a private place for you to store your crypto currency and NFTs. You need a wallet as certain exchanges do not have the functionality to store NFTs.
WARNING, Crypto Wallets have been designed for you to keep your digital assets safe from everyone, so it is important to remember and keep your passwords for your crypto wallet safe. As a Crypto wallet is a private wallet which only you can access, so if you forget or lose access to your wallet then it is gone forever as there is no “forgot my password” button.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT FINANCIAL ADVISORS AND THEREFORE DO NOT PROVIDE FINANCIAL ADVISE BUT ARE PURELY HIGHLIGHTING SOME OF THE POSSIBLE BENEFITS AND RISKS IN HOLDING A MASHABAS NFT. ANY PERSON INTERESTED IN BUYING NFTs OR CRYPTO WOULD NEED TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT ALL ASPECTS BEFORE MAKING THEIR DECISION AND NOT ONLY RELY ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY US.
OpenSea is an NFT Marketplace which is the secondary market where NFTs are traded. Therefore, once a NFT is minted It will be available on Open Sea where interested parties can put in offers to buy your NFT if you wish to sell it, making it a marketplace for willing buyers and sellers to trade NFTs.
With NFT projects the artist earns a royalty every time the NFT is traded. The MASHABAS NFT project has a 10% secondary royalty in line with similar NFT projects. This royalty goes back into the project.