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# How to Play
Step 1. Ensure you are prepared with your preset, which can include a maximum of 3 tanks.
A. Equip your preset with your NFT Tanks or Basic Tanks that you own.
B. Alternatively, you have the option to rent tanks from other players, allowing you a single try each time.
Step 2. Select one of the playable themes or difficulty stages.
* Consider using guide items to progress through the game more easily.
Step 3. Defeat enemies and win Cring and Exp!
Cring and 
Exp!
