> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.drunkencats.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.drunkencats.xyz/getting-started/why-drunkencats-exists.md). # Why DrunkenCats Exists ## Problem The emerging LitVM ecosystem is entering its earliest growth stage creating strong opportunities, but also several core infrastructure challenges. ### Limited early liquidity As one of the first DeFi ecosystems on LitVM, liquidity is still in the bootstrapping phase. New networks often face: * Shallow liquidity pools * High slippage on swaps * Limited capital efficiency * Few reliable on-chain liquidity venues Without strong liquidity infra, ecosystem growth becomes slower for both users and builders. ### Missing core DeFi infrastructure Early ecosystems need more than token swaps. Users and builders require: * Decentralized asset swaps * Liquidity provisioning * Portfolio visibility * Stable liquidity through collateralized borrowing * Reliable on-chain tools in one place Without these primitives, users are forced to rely on fragmented tools or wait for the ecosystem to mature. ### Hard onboarding For new users entering LitVM, the first steps can feel fragmented. Typical friction includes: * Adding a new network * Finding working DeFi applications * Getting testnet assets * Understanding where liquidity exists * Navigating ecosystem tools Reducing onboarding friction is critical for ecosystem adoption. *** ## Solution DrunkenCats is built as one of LitVM’s earliest DeFi infrastructure layers — providing a unified platform for trading, liquidity, CDP, and user onboarding. | Problem | Solution | | --------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Limited early liquidity | Deep liquidity pools with LP incentives and designed to bootstrap ecosystem liquidity. | | Missing DeFi infrastructure | Unified platform for **Swaps, Liquidity, CDP and Portfolio tracking.** | | Hard onboarding | Instead of fragmented or overly complex DeFi tools, DrunkenCats provides a simple and intuitive experience making it easier for both newcomers and experienced users to swap assets, provide liquidity and access on-chain borrowing. | | Limited capital efficiency | CDP system enables users to lock collateral and mint liquidity without selling core assets. | DrunkenCats aims to become a foundational liquidity hub for LitVM helping users access capital, trade assets and participate in the ecosystem from day one. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.drunkencats.xyz/getting-started/why-drunkencats-exists.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.