> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://necroleague.gitbook.io/whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://necroleague.gitbook.io/whitepaper/ecosystem/usdsoul/core-utilities.md).

# Core Utilities

SOUL has multiple clearly defined utilities within the Necro League ecosystem.

### 1️⃣ **Activation of Necron Amulets**

The primary use of SOUL is to activate Necron Amulets for enhanced ecosystem utility.

* SOUL may need to be locked into a Necron Amulet to activate selected campaign eligibility and ecosystem benefits
* locked SOUL may influence campaign scoring or weighting within selected events
* SOUL can be unlocked later, subject to lock duration and consumption mechanics

Without SOUL, Necron Amulets remain inactive.

### 2️⃣ **Gameplay-Linked Utility**

SOUL is used to unlock optional gameplay-related features across Necro League titles.

These may include:

* exclusive cosmetic items and skins
* access-gated content
* special in-game items with non-financial utility

SOUL used in these systems is consumed or locked, creating long-term demand without affecting gameplay balance.

### 3️⃣ **Tireless Workers Upgrades**

Tireless Workers can be upgraded using SOUL.

* upgrades permanently enhance gameplay-related capabilities
* upgrades are irreversible
* SOUL used for upgrades is consumed or locked
* these upgrades do not affect gameplay balance through direct monetary mechanics

This creates a long-term SOUL sink directly tied to gameplay engagement.

### 4️⃣ **Access and Permissions**

SOUL may be required to unlock:

* early access to features or content
* participation in limited ecosystem events
* gated sales or expansions
* creator rights

Access-based utility allows SOUL to function as a permission layer rather than a reward token.

**More utilities may be introduced in the future as the ecosystem grows.**

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#### What SOUL Is Not

To avoid misinterpretation, SOUL is explicitly not:

* a yield-generating token
* a play-to-earn currency
* a dividend token
* a governance token with mandatory voting rights
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