In the fast-paced world of NFTs, one mint has captured the attention of enthusiasts and collectors alike — the Azuki Elementals mint. The allure, excitement, and intrigue surrounding this mint have sparked a fervor that cannot be ignored, making it the talk of the town.

The Azuki Elementals collection is the latest addition to the rapidly expanding Azuki universe, which already includes Azuki’s genesis collection and Beanz. Comprising four distinct domains — Lightning, Earth, Water, and Fire — and featuring different rarity tiers, Elementals consists of 20,000 unique NFTs. The initial 10,000 Elementals were airdropped to Azuki holders during the project’s recent Vegas event, while the remaining NFTs were made available for sale during the Elementals mint.

The mint event commenced at 9:00 a.m. PT for Azuki holders, followed by Beanz holders at 9:10 a.m. PT. The public auction followed a Dutch auction model, starting at a significant price point of 2 ETH. Over time, the price gradually decreased by 0.1 ETH in five-minute intervals. However, as anticipated by many, all 10,000 Elementals were quickly sold out for a total of 20,000 ETH during the Beanz mint window, before the collection could even reach the public sale phase.

Azuki Elementals have sold out in the presale with the entire allocation going to the Azuki and BEANZ community. There will be no public sale.

Trading and reveal will open shortly. pic.twitter.com/CVk3kRIqU6

— Azuki (@Azuki) June 27, 2023

Drawing intriguing parallels, some observers have likened Azuki to the renowned Yuga project, drawing comparisons between Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) and Azuki, Mutant Ape Yacht Club (MAYC) and Elementals, and Bored Ape Kennel Club (BAKC) and Beanz. While these comparisons are understandable due to structural similarities, it is important to recognize the unique identities and visions of these projects. The Azuki community has been vocal in asserting its distinct identity and roadmap, emphasizing that it is forging its own path rather than mirroring other projects.

As the NFT landscape continues to evolve rapidly, one thing remains clear — the Azuki community is not simply following in the footsteps of others, but rather carving out its own unique path. By doing so, Azuki is creating its own distinct identity and legacy in the realm of digital art. The project’s mission and plans stand apart, reflecting a vision that is truly its own.

With the Azuki Elementals mint generating such enthusiasm and capturing the attention of the NFT community, it is evident that the project has made a mark and established itself as a significant player in the space. As collectors and enthusiasts eagerly await future developments within the Azuki universe, it is clear that the community’s passion and commitment will continue to drive the project forward, shaping its identity and leaving a lasting impact on the digital art world.