My Timpi Journey – A Timpi Community Story
I stumbled upon timpi.io early in 2022, just before its historic Token Generation Event (TGE). As a computer engineer passionate about tech, decentralization, and user freedom, I was immediately hooked by Timpi’s mission.
I joined the Timpi Discord as @mater and watched the project begin to flourish. In January 2023, I signed up for the very first Beta Programs for Search, Collector, and Guardian Node software, embracing the early adopter energy.
Though I couldn’t join the KDLaunch round due to living in the U.S., I still ran an early Neutaro test validator in its initial stages. With no tokens of value yet, I focused on verifying the service synced and ran, fueled by excitement and belief in the vision.
When Node NFTs launched, I saw an opportunity to invest and contribute meaningfully. I purchased a full set, including the GeoCore and the now unexpectedly lucrative and elusive Collector Champion. Yes, I’ve been running the Collector Champion all along, even though it earns no $NTMPI.
I helped spread the word through Timpi’s first affiliate program and placed 1st in the Zealy competition. I also expanded my home server to host my Timpi NFTs and Neutaro validator, with specs including Proxmox, dual Xeon Platinum 8268 (96 CPUs), 768GB RAM, and 20TB NVMe.
When the original Timpi Discord was hacked, I stayed active and helped transition to the new server. That’s why early community history is missing—we had to rebuild it all.
In February 2024, validator hosting was officially launched to secure the Neutaro blockchain. I deployed my official validator, Neutaro Guardian.
With it, I made a public commitment to voting. Delegators deserve transparency, so I post each proposal, share my thoughts, and explain how I’m voting with the delegated shares. Read how I’ve voted on all four proposals to date at Neutaro Guardian.
I built the Neutaro Guardian validator for 24/7/365 availability:
- Gigabit fiber <2.3ms latency
- Hot validator synced at the ready
- 2.5hr UPS availability + generator on standby
- Wireless connectivity as a fallback
Check it out at Neutaro Explorer.
I’ve been staking all my $NTMPI NFT node rewards for 17% APY during the first year since TGE. We have many honorable validator hosts in our community, and if you’d like a guide on how to buy and stake, I wrote step-by-step instructions at Neutaro Guardian Staking Guide.
I joined the famous order of the Knights Timplar, formed in May 2024, and reached out to 40+ famed crypto/mining influencers on YouTube and across socials. I enjoy posting every quest and listening to the AMAs. If you haven’t joined the order, check it out at Knights Timplar Post.
I participated in both Apex 1 & 2 events, opening loot boxes tied to my NFTs. I’m excited to learn more and begin using my Timpi domains once they’re available. See more at Apex Events Post.
In January 2025, I upgraded my internal networking to commercial gear, minimizing dropped validator blocks. I’m proud of my validator's 99.99% uptime and minimal 4–15 missed blocks. Check the uptime at Neutaro Uptime.
I was fortunate to add two RTX A4000 GPUs to my Proxmox server to host my Synaptron NFTs. They’ve been running smoothly and quietly. Learn more at PNY NVIDIA RTX A4000.
I keep watch over my Timpi Nodes and the Neutaro Guardian validator with real-time monitoring via Uptime Kuma, receiving notifications directly to my phone to address issues immediately. Explore it at Uptime Kuma GitHub.
I’m excited to soon install my Geo-Core NFT and see the progress the Timpi Team is making to expand the network. We have amazing folks in our Timpi community!
I’m ready for conversations with Wilson and to set timpi.io as my default search!
I’m glad to share my story of being part of the Timpi journey for years—starting with the initial beta search, becoming a node operator, validator, advocate, and believer. I’m proud to contribute however I can. Timpi isn’t just another project; it’s our future of ethical search and digital freedom.
As a shoutout for anyone excited to join, the next NFT Node sale is on July 29th for the community. The public sale begins August 1st if nodes remain. For a chance on July 29th, join the Knights Timplar at Timpi Node Sale Post!