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+# Contributing Guide for VeriGlyph Chronicles
+
+Thank you for reviewing this proposal!  
+Here’s how I suggest we collaborate to build this project on top of the Soundness Layer:
+
+## Steps for Reviewers
+1. Clone this repository.
+2. Review the `README.md` for the project idea and roadmap.
+3. Provide feedback via GitHub Pull Request comments.
+
+## My Plan as Contributor
+- I will start by building ZK circuits for movement & attack validation.
+- Then I will deploy contracts on Soundness testnet and build a minimal 1v1 interface.
+- Open to collaborate with other developers in the community.
+
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+
+Please assign me the **Soundness_Dev** role so I can access the developer playground and start building!