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# 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. 

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.