# Obtaining esXAI

There are two ways to obtain esXAI:

a) Redeem XAI for esXAI

b) Generate Sentry Node rewards.

Below are detailed steps for each option.

## a) Redeem XAI for esXAI

1. Go to <https://app.xai.games/redeem>.
2. Connect your wallet - must be on Arbitrum network to proceed.
3. Select the amount of XAI you want to swap for esXAI.

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If you do not have XAI, you can obtain it using the steps outlined [here](https://xai-foundation.gitbook.io/xai-network/en/build-on-xai/how-to-get-usdxai).
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4. Click Continue.
5. Confirm and sign the transaction.

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Redeeming XAI for esXAI is 1:1. Please note that esXAI has waiting periods to redeem back for XAI. More information can be found [here](https://xai-foundation.gitbook.io/xai-network/en/about-xai/xai-tokenomics/the-redemption-process).
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## b) Generate Sentry Node rewards

To generate Sentry Node rewards in the form of esXAI, follow [these steps](https://xai-foundation.gitbook.io/xai-network/en/about-xai/sentry-key-purchase-and-setup) to purchase and set up a node.