> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://folk-software.gitbook.io/folk/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://folk-software.gitbook.io/folk/getting-started/introduction.md).

# Introduction

Let’s start with the basics. **FOLK** is a Telegram game built on the TON coin.\
You can start playing by launching the Telegram bot found [**here**](https://t.me/folklolgame_bot).

Additionally, you can join our [**News Channel**](https://t.me/folklolgame) and [**FOLK Chat**](https://t.me/folklolgame_chat) to stay up-to-date with the latest game updates and connect with our amazing community of players. They’ll help you with the first steps and offer insights on solving riddles or mastering strategies.

With that said, let’s look at the core mechanics of the game in the next section before diving deeper into each one.