version: "1.0.1" name: meme-launcher description: | Solana memecoin launch strategy and execution. Use when planning token launches, designing tokenomics, building pre-launch hype, deploying on pump.fun/Raydium, or optimizing launch mechanics. Covers: token creation, bonding curves, liquidity strategy, community building, anti-rug best practices. tools: Read(pattern:.claude/skills/meme-launcher/**), WebSearch, WebFetch(domain:pump.fun|raydium.io|jup.ag|solscan.io|docs.solana.com), mcp__perplexity-ask__search, TodoWrite

Meme Launcher - Solana Memecoin Launch System

End-to-end memecoin launch planning and execution for Solana. From concept to deployment to moon.

Activation Triggers

<triggers>

• "Launch a memecoin"
• "Create token for [concept]"
• "Pump.fun launch strategy"
• "Tokenomics for [project]"
• "Pre-launch checklist"
• "How to launch on [platform]"
• "Bonding curve setup"
• "Build hype for [token]"
• Keywords: launch, deploy, tokenomics, pump.fun launch, create token, mint token, bonding curve, pre-launch, liquidity add

</triggers>

Core Capabilities

1. Token Concept Development

• Name/ticker optimization (memorability, searchability)
• Narrative construction (why this token, why now)
• Visual identity guidelines (logo, banner, meme templates)
• Community angle (target demographic, culture fit)

2. Tokenomics Design

• Supply architecture (total supply, decimals)
• Distribution strategy (fair launch vs. presale)
• Tax structure (if any) - buy/sell fees
• Burn mechanics and deflationary options
• LP allocation and lock parameters

3. Platform Selection

• Pump.fun: Bonding curve launches, low barrier, viral potential
• Raydium: AMM pools, deeper liquidity, established traders
• Jupiter: Launch pad features, routing optimization
• Custom SPL: Full control, requires more setup

4. Launch Execution

• Contract deployment checklist
• Liquidity provisioning strategy
• Initial price setting
• Sniper protection tactics
• First-hour playbook

5. Anti-Rug Implementation

• Mint authority renouncement
• Freeze authority removal
• LP lock procedures
• Transparent team allocation
• Trust signals for buyers

Launch Platforms Deep Dive

<platforms>

Pump.fun

• Best for: Viral memes, low-effort launches, quick validation
• Bonding curve: Auto-AMM, graduates to Raydium at threshold
• Cost: ~0.02 SOL creation fee
• Time to launch: < 5 minutes
• Graduation: 69 SOL collected triggers Raydium migration

Raydium

• Best for: Serious projects, larger liquidity, established presence
• Pool type: Concentrated liquidity or standard AMM
• Cost: ~2-3 SOL for pool creation
• Time to launch: 15-30 minutes
• Requirements: Pre-minted token, initial liquidity

Jupiter LFG

• Best for: Curated launches, built-in audience
• Features: Voting mechanism, established credibility
• Cost: Application-based
• Time to launch: Days (approval required)

</platforms>

Implementation Workflow

Step 1: Parse Launch Intent

interface LaunchConfig {
  concept: string;
  name?: string;
  ticker?: string;
  platform: 'pump.fun' | 'raydium' | 'jupiter' | 'custom';
  supply: number;
  initialLiquidity: number; // in SOL
  launchType: 'fair' | 'presale' | 'stealth';
  antiRugFeatures: string[];
}

Step 2: Concept Validation

1. Name Check: Search existing tokens for conflicts
2. Trend Analysis: Validate narrative timing
3. Competition Scan: Similar tokens, market saturation
4. Virality Score: Meme potential assessment

Step 3: Tokenomics Builder

RECOMMENDED TOKENOMICS:
 
Fair Launch (Pump.fun):
- Supply: 1,000,000,000 (1B)
- Decimals: 6
- Dev allocation: 0% (buy from curve like everyone)
- Tax: 0% (standard for pump.fun)
- LP: Auto-managed by bonding curve
 
Raydium Launch:
- Supply: 1,000,000,000 (1B)
- Decimals: 9
- Dev/Team: 5-10% (vested/locked)
- Marketing: 5%
- LP: 80-90% of supply
- Initial LP: 10-50 SOL recommended

Step 4: Pre-Launch Checklist

Execute validation before any deployment:

npx tsx .claude/skills/meme-launcher/scripts/pre-launch-check.ts \
  --name "MOONCAT" \
  --ticker "$MCAT" \
  --platform pump.fun \
  --supply 1000000000

Step 5: Launch Execution

Platform-specific deployment guides in references/

Output Formats

Launch Plan (Default)

TOKEN: $MCAT (MoonCat)
PLATFORM: Pump.fun
STATUS: Ready to Deploy
 
TOKENOMICS:
- Supply: 1,000,000,000
- Decimals: 6
- Tax: 0%
- LP Lock: Auto (pump.fun)
 
PRE-LAUNCH CHECKLIST:
[x] Name available (no conflicts)
[x] Ticker unique
[x] Logo prepared (400x400 PNG)
[x] Description written
[x] Social links ready
[ ] Community seeded (min 50 members)
[ ] KOL outreach complete
 
ANTI-RUG SIGNALS:
[x] Fair launch (no presale)
[x] Dev buys from curve
[x] Mint renounced at creation
[x] No freeze authority
 
LAUNCH STRATEGY:
1. Deploy at low-activity hour (2-4 AM UTC)
2. Seed initial buys (0.5-1 SOL each x 5 wallets)
3. Post to CT immediately after
4. Telegram announcement at 10 holders
5. Push for graduation at momentum peak
 
ESTIMATED COSTS:
- Creation: 0.02 SOL
- Initial seed buys: 2.5-5 SOL
- Total: ~3-5 SOL

Quick Deploy (--format quick)

$MCAT | Pump.fun | 1B supply | Fair launch
Deploy: pump.fun/create → paste details → confirm
Post-deploy: Announce → Seed → Shill

Full Strategy (--format full)

Complete go-to-market plan including:

• 7-day pre-launch timeline
• Community building playbook
• Influencer outreach templates
• Post-launch maintenance guide

Tokenomics Templates

<tokenomics_templates>

Fair Launch (Maximum Trust)

Supply: 1B | Tax: 0% | Dev: 0%
Everyone buys equally, dev buys from market
Best for: Viral memes, community-driven

Team Allocation (Project-Focused)

Supply: 1B | Tax: 0-1% | Team: 5-10% (locked 3mo)
Team tokens vested, transparent allocation
Best for: Utility roadmap, long-term projects

Marketing-Heavy

Supply: 1B | Tax: 2% (1% burn, 1% marketing) | Marketing wallet: 5%
Built-in marketing fund from trading
Best for: KOL campaigns, aggressive growth

Deflationary

Supply: 1B | Burn: 1% per tx | LP burn: 50% at launch
Decreasing supply over time
Best for: "Number go up" narrative

</tokenomics_templates>

Platform Deployment Guides

Pump.fun Launch Steps

1. Go to pump.fun/create
2. Upload logo (400x400 recommended)
3. Enter name and ticker
4. Write description (max 500 chars, include narrative)
5. Add social links (Twitter, Telegram, Website)
6. Pay creation fee (~0.02 SOL)
7. IMMEDIATELY after creation:
   - Copy contract address
   - Make first buy (establishes you're in)
   - Post to Twitter with CA
   - Share in Telegram

Raydium Launch Steps

1. Create SPL token via spl-token CLI or Solana Tools
2. Renounce mint authority
3. Go to raydium.io/liquidity
4. Create new pool (select token + SOL pair)
5. Set initial price (supply in pool / SOL in pool)
6. Add liquidity (recommend 80%+ of supply)
7. Lock LP tokens (raydium.io/burn or third-party)
8. Announce with LP lock proof

Pre-Launch Validation

<validation_checklist> REQUIRED:

• [ ] Token name doesn't conflict with established projects
• [ ] Ticker is available and memorable (3-5 chars)
• [ ] Logo is original or properly licensed
• [ ] Description is clear and compelling
• [ ] At least one social channel exists

RECOMMENDED:

• [ ] Community of 50+ members pre-launch
• [ ] 2-3 KOLs aware/interested
• [ ] Meme templates prepared
• [ ] Website or landing page
• [ ] Launch timing analyzed (avoid major events)

ANTI-RUG (Non-negotiable for credibility):

• [ ] Mint authority will be renounced
• [ ] No freeze authority
• [ ] LP will be locked or burned
• [ ] Team allocation (if any) is transparent and locked
• [ ] No hidden functions in contract

</validation_checklist>

Launch Timing Strategy

<timing>

Best Times (UTC)

• Monday-Wednesday 14:00-18:00: US afternoon, peak CT activity
• Friday 12:00-16:00: Weekend anticipation, FOMO builds
• Sunday 20:00-24:00: Fresh week positioning

Avoid

• Saturday night: Low attention
• Major crypto events: Competition for attention
• Market dumps: Fear overrides degen impulses
• US holidays: Reduced volume

Coordination

1. Soft announce 24h before (build anticipation)
2. Final countdown 1h before (urgency)
3. Deploy and immediately post CA
4. First 10 minutes critical (seed momentum)

</timing>

Post-Launch Checklist

<post_launch> First Hour:

• [ ] Verify contract on Solscan
• [ ] Post CA to all channels
• [ ] Monitor for snipers/bots
• [ ] Engage with early buyers
• [ ] Update Dexscreener info (if Raydium)

First Day:

• [ ] Track holder growth
• [ ] Respond to community questions
• [ ] Share milestone updates (holders, MCAP)
• [ ] KOL follow-ups

First Week:

• [ ] Daily community engagement
• [ ] Meme contests/airdrops
• [ ] Partnership outreach
• [ ] Roadmap updates (if applicable)

</post_launch>

Risk Framework

Launch Risk Assessment

LOW RISK (Green light):
- Unique concept, good timing
- Community pre-built
- Clean contract, all anti-rug features
- Multiple social channels active
 
MEDIUM RISK (Proceed carefully):
- Similar tokens exist
- Small initial community
- Launch timing suboptimal
- Limited marketing budget
 
HIGH RISK (Reconsider):
- Saturated narrative
- No community traction
- Poor timing (bear market)
- No differentiator

Error Handling

<error_recovery>

• Name taken: Generate alternatives, check availability
• Low initial traction: Increase seed buys, delay major push
• Sniper attack: Document, communicate to community
• Pump.fun graduation stall: Rally community for final push
• FUD spreading: Address transparently, show proof of anti-rug

</error_recovery>

Security Considerations

<security>

• Never share deployer wallet private keys
• Use fresh wallet for launches (operational security)
• Verify all contract interactions before signing
• Document everything for transparency
• Prepare proof of LP lock/burn before launch

</security>

Quality Gates

<validation_rules>

• Never recommend launch without anti-rug features
• Always include LP strategy
• Verify name/ticker availability before finalizing
• Include cost estimates
• Provide post-launch support checklist

</validation_rules>

<see_also>

• references/pump-fun-guide.md - Detailed pump.fun walkthrough
• references/tokenomics-templates.md - Supply/distribution models
• references/launch-marketing-playbook.md - Go-to-market strategies
• scripts/pre-launch-check.ts - Validation CLI

</see_also>