> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.story.foundation/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Welcome to Story Network

**Story** is a purpose-built Layer 1 blockchain transforming how intellectual property (IP) is registered, managed, and monetized in the digital era. Through its full EVM compatibility and optimized execution layer, Story handles complex IP data structures efficiently—delivering high speed at low cost.

## Getting Started

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  <Card title="Connect" href="/network/connect" icon="network-wired">
    Connect and use the network.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Learn" href="/network/learn" icon="book">
    Learn more about the architecture.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Participate" href="/network/participate" icon="handshake">
    Become a validator.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Build" href="/developers" icon="wrench">
    Build applications on Story.
  </Card>
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