Are you still using multiple tools to compare cross-chain routes one by one? That approach might really be outdated. Recently, a protocol called Walrus has been transforming the cross-chain experience with a completely new method, with the core idea of freeing users from complicated operational details.

Everyone knows the pain points of traditional cross-chain processes—researching the status of chains like Arbitrum and Polygon, comparing different bridging solutions, selecting DEX liquidity, and finally determining the operation route. This process is time-consuming and prone to errors. Walrus's revolutionary aspect is that it completely changes this interaction method. It introduces a new paradigm called "Intent-Centric": users no longer need to be cross-chain experts, just express a final goal. For example, "I want to swap 0.1 ETH on Arbitrum for the maximum amount of a certain token on Polygon," and then leave it entirely to the system.

The underlying mechanism is a decentralized network of solvers that compete to find the optimal solution for your task, then automatically execute it. Users shift from the role of "manual operation" to "task posting," directly upgrading the experience.

From a value perspective, what does this shift mean? Previously, value was captured across multiple stages—bridges earned a cut, DEXs earned a cut, and aggregators earned a cut. Under the intent economy model, the flow of value changes: the core value converges on "effectively satisfying user intent" as the ultimate goal. This change directly impacts token economic design. As the core credential of this ecosystem, its value will be linked to the scale and complexity of intent resolution across the entire network. This envisioned space is much larger than the traditional positioning of Gas tokens.