# Getting started with Arkadiko

To use the Arkadiko protocol you need the following dependencies:

1\) [The Leather Wallet ](https://leather.io)

This browser extension allows you to store STX and SIP010 tokens. You will also be able to send tokens and sign transactions with smart contracts.&#x20;

2\) An initial amount of STX tokens.

Arkadiko is a liquidity protocol that uses STX as its primary source of collateral. In order to mint USDA, you'll need STX tokens. You will also need a much smaller amount of STX just to be able to interact with smart contracts, as there is a very small fee involved in each transaction.&#x20;