> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.theparallel.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.theparallel.io/paragon/runes.md).

# Runes

**What is Runes?** 

Runes are the fundamental building element of Paragons. They come in different types and rarities which directly affect the Paragon crafted in their values, power and statistics.

![](/files/8msK91NfsAoZaD1KYTkp)

**How to get Runes?** 

There are several ways to earn Runes in The Parallel:

* Play Games 
* Mining: [Staking PRL ](https://theparallel.io/mining)
* Buy on [Marketplace ](https://theparallel.io/market/shop/boxes)
* Open [NFT Box ](https://theparallel.io/box)

**What is Rune Fusion?**\
[Fusion](https://theparallel.io/user/fusion/fusion) is a feature to upgrade Runes from a lower tier to a higher tier to enhance the power and stats. Each tier in runes fusion has specific requirements, success rate and lucky potion (add-on) 

![](/files/FyivWm4RtlDM1Yun324A)

Visit Fusion on The Parallel Official Website [here](https://theparallel.io/user/fusion/fusion)