> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.cattokatsu.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.cattokatsu.com/gamification-mechanics/game-visual-guide/expeditions.md).

# Expeditions

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When you send your Cattos on expeditions, they are **transferred out from your wallet** and **locked** within the expedition contract. The concept is similar to staking.
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Before going on an expedition for the **first time**, you will first need to click on the "**Approve**" button just beside the greyed out "Start Expedition" button.

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If the approval is successful, the **Start Expedition** button should now be clickable. Click on the button and confirm the transaction in wallet to begin expedition.

Once started, you **will not** be able to perform other actions on your Catto, including trading, transferring, and other gamification actions such as levelling up and naming, etc.

## Expedition Outcomes

### Smooth Expedition, No Encounter

There is 50% chance that the expedition will be non-eventful, but successful nonetheless.

Wait for the expedition to complete, and end the expedition when it does.

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### Smooth Expedition, Encounters Companion

Encountering a companion during expeditions give double experience and $KATSU

Wait for the expedition to complete, and end the expedition when it does.

### Encounters Foe

When a Catto encounters a foe, they engage in a battle. The result of the battle is determined by the **level of the Catto and foe**, and the level of Catto has to be higher in order to win.

You will be given a chance to **hire a mercenary** if the expedition is still in progress. The mercenary's level summed with the Catto's level will be used to determine the final battle outcome.

If Catto loses, **0 experience** will be given, and only **10 $KATSU** will be awarded

If Catto loses, but had hired a mercenary, **0 experience** will be given, **50 $KATSU** will be awarded

If Catto wins, with or without mercenary, **5 experience** and **500 $KATSU** will be awarded

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