> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://wiki.gangsterarena.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://wiki.gangsterarena.com/help/deposit.md).

# Deposit

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**Make sure you are connected to the correct chain and wallet before depositing.** 
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### Depositing ETH on Layer 1:

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This method is the easiest, as it is on Ethereum mainnet and works with any Metamask browser\
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It ONLY works if you have ETH on Ethereum Mainnet
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Step 1: On the top left click on "**Settings**" and then click on "**Deposit**"

<figure><img src="/files/T7u9o4RNQ3SChRwsYLwU" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>On the top left click "Settings" then click on "Deposit"</p></figcaption></figure>

Step 2: Select the top option "**Deposit on Mainnet**" and click on the deposit button to deposit to Layer 1

<figure><img src="/files/T8xjefG8kt2CL8iY5zAw" alt="" width="188"><figcaption><p>Click on "Deposit on Mainnet" to deposit on layer 1</p></figcaption></figure>

Step 3: Head over to the link on your screen - [gangsterarena.com/deposit](https://gangsterarena.com/deposit) and use the code that is provided *(The code is used as an identifier for your account).*

<figure><img src="/files/KqnJkZPKOMheyJfohDDZ" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>Click on the link and enter the code provided</p></figcaption></figure>

Step 4: Connect your wallet

<figure><img src="/files/ZQ8w8Jk6wR9K812DMwoM" alt="" width="188"><figcaption><p>Connect your desired wallet</p></figcaption></figure>

Step 5: Enter the amount that you want to deposit

<figure><img src="/files/dMhOYXE0mhafpBphqbUw" alt="" width="188"><figcaption><p>Decide on the amount to deposit (each gangster cost 0.069ETH)</p></figcaption></figure>

Step 6: Confirm the deposit and pay for gas.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/s7RnoC5JdorFgH9aDkyj" alt="" width="188"><figcaption><p>Pay gas and confirm the deposit (*figures are for illustration purposes*)</p></figcaption></figure>

Step 7: You're done! **Bridging is routed through the official Blast bridge and may take 10 minutes.** The balance will be updated in your GangsterArena account once the transaction is successful.

### Depositing ETH or NFTs on Layer 2:

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This method works best if you already have ETH on **Blast** Layer 2&#x20;
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Step 1: To deposit on layer 2, click on settings and click on "Deposit"

<figure><img src="/files/TGb9Mr98jDcZqcJMFRI4" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Step 2: Retrieve your wallet address by copying the wallet address under the tab "Receive on Blast".&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/5V3he8Va1tNHHvcdKh1E" alt="" width="188"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Step 3: Use your personal wallet i.e. MetaMask and send your assets - Gangster NFT, ETH or $GOLD to the copied address. **Make sure this is on Blast L2**

<figure><img src="/files/3cQxXVW0UKfiyExcyFs5" alt="" width="188"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Step 4: Pay for the gas and confirm the transaction

Step 5: If you have deposited Gangster NFTs - you will also need to stake them before they earn $GOLD. Go to Settings > Stake&#x20;