Skip to content
Open
Changes from all commits
Commits
File filter

Filter by extension

Filter by extension

Conversations
Failed to load comments.
Loading
Jump to
Jump to file
Failed to load files.
Loading
Diff view
Diff view
28 changes: 28 additions & 0 deletions docs/bounty-rules.md
Original file line number Diff line number Diff line change
@@ -0,0 +1,28 @@
# Bounty Rules — Appeal Fees and Worker Staking

This document describes the appeal and staking mechanics introduced in ProofWorks Phase 9.

## Appeal Bond

When a worker disputes a bounty verdict, an **appeal bond** is required.

- The appeal bond is **20% of the task reward**.
- The bond is locked at the time the appeal is filed.
- If the appeal is **upheld** (the worker wins), the bond is returned in full.
- If the appeal is **rejected** (the original verdict stands), the bond is forfeited and distributed to the original task creator.

## Worker Staking

Workers must stake GEN tokens when claiming a bounty task.

- The worker stake is **forfeited if the claim expires without a proof submission**.
- This ensures workers only claim tasks they intend to complete.
- The stake is returned when the worker submits a valid proof or when the bounty is resolved.

## Summary

| Action | Amount | Outcome |
|--------|--------|---------|
| File appeal | 20% of reward | Bond locked; returned if upheld, forfeited if rejected |
| Claim task | Worker stake | Locked until proof submission or resolution |
| Expire without proof | Worker stake | Forfeited |