In a surprising and dramatic move on July 15, 2025, nearly 100 billion LUNC tokens were undelegated from Terra Classic validators, sparking widespread discussion and concern across the LUNC community.
What Happened?
According to on-chain data, multiple large wallets suddenly withdrew their staked LUNC, a process known as undelegation. This massive activity resulted in one of the largest undelegation events in Terra Classic’s recent history.
Such a large-scale undelegation can significantly impact both network security and market confidence, since staking is crucial to keeping the Terra Classic blockchain secure and stable.
Why Did It Happen?
At the time of writing, there is no official explanation from the involved parties.
However, the event has raised several questions within the community:
● Was it a coordinated move by a few large validators or whales?
● Is a new proposal or event triggering a shift in staking strategy?
● Are these tokens being prepared for trading or off-chain use?
Speculation ranges from strategic repositioning before governance votes to concerns over future upgrades or validator rewards.
What It Means for LUNC Holders
While this event does not necessarily mean panic, it’s a wake-up call.
Undelegating such a massive amount of LUNC could lead to:
● Increased LUNC supply on the market if tokens are sold
● Validator rank reshuffling, as power shifts to new players
● More voting power concentration or decentralization, depending on re-delegation patterns
The community is advised to monitor validator movements closely and stay engaged with ongoing proposals and governance decisions.
A Turning Point?
This undelegation event may signal a critical shift in the Terra Classic ecosystem. Whether it’s the start of a major realignment or a temporary repositioning, the move reflects the dynamic and evolving nature of the LUNC network.
Community leaders and developers are expected to comment on this in upcoming governance calls. Until then, eyes remain on the blockchain and the wallets holding the now-liquid 100 billion LUNC.