> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://lunarpuff.gitbook.io/lunarpuff-s-axie-guide/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://lunarpuff.gitbook.io/lunarpuff-s-axie-guide/pay-wall.md).

# Getting Started

## Axie is Profitable, But How Much Does it Cost to Start?

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To start playing Axie Infinity, you will need 3 Axies that can be brought from the "[Marketplace](https://marketplace.axieinfinity.com/axie)".\
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Depending on how much you're willing to spend, you may find your axies to be slightly weaker or stronger.

## Entry Cost

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Below is a gross estimate of how much money you'll need to spend based on the competitiveness of each team, as well as the average amount of SLP you stand to make.

| PvE Only      | Budget PVP    | Competitive   |
| ------------- | ------------- | ------------- |
| 500-600 USD   | 700-800 USD   | 950+ USD      |
| 100 SLP Daily | 180 SLP Daily | 220 SLP Daily |

Based on the table above, it is recommended for players to invest in a "Budget PvP" team instead of a "PvE Only" or "Competitive/Meta" team. This is simply because of the cost to value ratio, taking into consideration the entry cost and amount of SLP earned per day.\
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Nevertheless, there are exceptions for this including, people who may not like to play PvP, and the total opposite; those who wish to play Axie competitively.

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Pricier Axies often come with better cards, but a skilled player can overcome such a gap.
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