What Are Story Inscriptions?
Story Inscriptions lets you add text—like a personal note, memory, or milestone—to a token you’ve created. It’s a fresh way to document provenance without messing with metadata. Want to share where your art’s been displayed or why it matters to you? This is your tool.
Collectors can join in too—adding their own stories to tokens they own, building a living history for each piece. Creators decide if this feature’s on or off, so you’re always in control.
Oh, and it’s affordable: a 5,000-word story costs about 0.07 ETH at average gas rates. Most stories are shorter and can be added when gas is low, keeping it very accessible.
Cool Ways to Use Stories
Here’s how creators and collectors are making Story Inscriptions shine:
Personal Touch: A collector picks up a piece that sparks a memory—like a childhood trip. They inscribe that story, tying their experience to the art forever.
Proof of Prestige: Your artwork lands in a gallery exhibit. Add that milestone to show off its journey and boost its value.
Evolving Tales: Your artwork grows over time—new phases, updates, or events. Keep adding stories to create a rich, ongoing narrative.
We’re excited to see how you’ll use it!
Add a Story via Transient.xyz
Transient.xyz is your go-to hub for exploring Transient Labs’ ecosystem and adding Story Inscriptions. Here’s how:
Visit Transient and connect your wallet (top right corner).
Use the search bar to find your token—try the title or contract address.
Click your token from the results to open its page.
Hit the purple “Inscribe” button.
Write your story! Check the gas estimate (top right) as you type—it updates live. Use Markdown for formatting like bold, italics, or breaks.
Proofread carefully—once inscribed, it’s permanent. Spelling, syntax, everything’s locked in.
Click “Inscribe” and confirm the transaction. Done!
Add a Story via Etherscan
When creating your contract, turn on Story Inscriptions. Already deployed? Double-check the contract settings to ensure it’s enabled.
Follow this tutorial video for step-by-step help: