Bridging Info
Somnia supports cross-chain asset transfers through two official bridge partners: Relay and Stargate Finance. These bridges enable you to move tokens between Somnia and other blockchain networks while maintaining security and minimizing fees. Whether you're bridging stablecoins, ETH, or other supported assets, this guide will walk you through the complete process.
Prerequisites
Wallet Setup: MetaMask, WalletConnect-compatible wallet, or hardware wallet
Network Configuration: Somnia network added to your wallet
Funded Wallet: Source chain tokens to cover bridge fees and gas costs
Basic Understanding: Familiarity with blockchain transactions and gas fees
Supported Bridges
Relay Bridge
Relay is a multichain payments network that has served 5M+ users and processed $5B+ in volume across 85+ networks. It offers instant cross-chain transactions with 99.9% uptime and payments-grade reliability.
Key Features:
Instant Execution: Cross-chain transfers in 1-10 seconds
75+ Networks: Extensive blockchain support including Somnia
Predictable Fees: Transparent fee structure with no hidden costs
Enterprise Grade: 99.9% uptime with automatic redundancy systems
Supported Assets: ETH, USDC, USDT, and other major tokens Website: relay.link/bridge
Stargate Finance
Stargate is a fully composable cross-chain bridge built on LayerZero that connects 50+ blockchains. It's the first bridge to solve the "bridging trilemma" by providing instant guaranteed finality, native assets, and unified liquidity.
Key Features:
Native Assets: Transfer native tokens without wrapped intermediates
Instant Finality: Guaranteed transaction completion
Unified Liquidity: Shared liquidity pools across all chains
LayerZero Powered: Built on robust omnichain infrastructure
Supported Assets: USDC, USDT, ETH, BTC, and LayerZero OFTs Website: stargate.finance
Using Relay Bridge
Access Relay Bridge
Navigate to relay.link/bridge in your web browser.
Connect Your Wallet
Click "Connect Wallet" and select your preferred wallet provider. Approve the connection when prompted.
Configure Bridge Transaction
Source Chain: Select the blockchain you're bridging FROM
Destination Chain: Select Somnia (or your target chain)
Token: Choose the asset you want to bridge
Amount: Enter the amount to transfer
Review Transaction Details
Carefully review:
Bridge Fee: Relay's service fee
Gas Fee: Network transaction cost
Estimated Time: Usually 1-10 seconds
Recipient Address: Verify destination address(Your address or if you want to bridge to a different wallet.
Execute Bridge Transaction
Click "Bridge" and confirm the transaction in your wallet. The process typically involves:
Approval Transaction: Authorize Relay to spend your tokens (if required)
Bridge Transaction: Execute the cross-chain transfer
Confirmation: Receive tokens on destination chain
Verify Completion
Check your wallet balance on the destination chain. Relay provides real-time status updates during the bridging process.
Using Stargate Finance
Access Stargate Bridge
Visit stargate.finance and click "Bridge" or "Transfer".
Connect Wallet & Select Networks
Connect your wallet and configure:
From: Source blockchain
To: Somnia (or destination chain)
Asset: Select supported token (USDC, USDT, ETH, etc.)
Enter Transfer Details
Amount: Specify transfer amount
Recipient: Destination wallet address (defaults to your connected wallet)
Only applicable if you are bridging to another wallet address.\
Slippage: Set acceptable slippage tolerance (usually 0.1-0.5%)
Review Pool Information
Stargate displays:
Available Liquidity: Pool depth on destination chain
Bridge Fee: Protocol fee structure
Gas Estimate: Transaction costs
Route: Cross-chain path details
Execute Transfer
Confirm transaction details and sign with your wallet. 3 Stargate's ΔBridge technology ensures native asset delivery without wrapped tokens.
Monitor Transaction
Track your transfer through:
Stargate Interface: Real-time status updates
LayerZero Scan: Cross-chain transaction explorer
Destination Explorer: Confirm arrival on target chain
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Transaction Stuck or Pending
Symptoms: Bridge transaction shows "pending" for extended period
Check Network Status: Verify source and destination chain health
Gas Price Issues: Increase gas price if transaction is stuck
Bridge Congestion: Wait for network congestion to clear
Contact Support: Reach out to bridge support with transaction hash
Insufficient Liquidity
Symptoms: Bridge shows "insufficient liquidity" error
Reduce Amount: Try bridging smaller amounts
Wait for Rebalancing: Liquidity pools rebalance automatically
Alternative Routes: Use different bridge or route
Split Transactions: Break large transfers into smaller ones
Wrong Network or Address
Symptoms: Tokens didn't arrive at expected destination
Verify Network: Ensure correct destination network selected
Check Address: Confirm recipient address accuracy
Network Switch: Switch wallet to destination network
Recovery Process: Contact bridge support for recovery options
High Fees or Slippage
Symptoms: Unexpected high costs or poor exchange rates
Timing: Bridge during low network congestion periods
Route Optimization: Compare different bridge options
Amount Adjustment: Larger amounts often have better rates
Alternative Bridges: Consider other bridge providers
Verification And Testing
Test Bridge Functionality
Connect wallet to both source and destination networks
Bridge small test amount
Verify tokens arrive within expected timeframe
Check token balances on both chains
Test bridge interface responsiveness
Confirm Successful Bridge
Source Chain: Confirm tokens debited from source wallet
Bridge Status: Check bridge interface for completion status
Destination Chain: Verify tokens credited to destination wallet
Balance Check: Ensure correct amounts received
You've successfully learned how to bridge assets to and from Somnia using both Relay and Stargate Finance. These official bridge partners provide secure, fast, and reliable cross-chain transfers with different strengths:
Relay: Best for fast payments and swaps across 75+ networks
Stargate: Ideal for DeFi composability with native asset transfers
Both bridges support Somnia's high-performance infrastructure, enabling seamless integration with the broader multi-chain ecosystem.
For technical support, contact the respective bridge providers or Somnia community channels.
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