# FAQ

**Q: What is stSOMI?**\
A yield‑bearing ERC‑20 style token you get when you stake SOMI via Lair. Its **value increases** over time through auto‑compounding.

**Q: Is my stSOMI balance increasing?**\
No. The **exchange rate** increases instead (SOMI per stSOMI). Your stSOMI count stays the same, but it’s worth more SOMI.

**Q: What’s the minimum stake?**\
**0.1 SOMI**.

**Q: How fast is redeem (unstake)?**\
**Instant**, subject to the **0.1%** unstake fee.

**Q: Why charge 0.1% on unstake?**\
To prevent spam/infinite in‑out loops that could stress the system or game routing.

**Q: Where does the 10% rewards fee go?**\
Protocol operations, including **audits** and maintenance.

**Q: Can validators partner with Lair?**\
Yes. Whitelist applications are open.

**Q: Where can I use stSOMI?**\
DEX LP, lending markets, and other Somnia DeFi protocols. Listings will be announced on the dashboard/channels.

**Q: How can I trust stSOMI?**\
stSOMI contracts are fully audited by trusted audit partners. You can check all the audit reports [here](https://lair-finance.gitbook.io/lair-finance/general-guides/audits).