Merge Pals: What They Are and Why They Matter in Crypto

When you hear Merge Pals, a term used in crypto to describe multiple tokens with identical or nearly identical names launched on different blockchains. Also known as token clones, these projects aren’t always scams—but they’re always confusing. And confusion is the enemy of smart investing.

Look at WOOF. There are at least four different WOOF tokens on Solana, Ethereum, and CoreDAO. One might be a real gaming project. Another? Just a meme with no code behind it. Then there’s POOH—two separate Ethereum tokens with the same name, one with DAO governance, the other just a pump-and-dump. These aren’t accidents. They’re tactics. Someone creates a catchy name, waits for hype to build, then drops ten versions across chains. You click the wrong link, send your ETH to the wrong contract, and poof—your money’s gone. This isn’t rare. It’s the new normal. And it’s happening with ARG, BC, GOO, and even PONZI. The same name. Different blockchains. Different teams. Different risks.

What makes Merge Pals dangerous isn’t just the naming trick. It’s how they exploit trust. If you’ve heard of WOOF because it’s trending on Twitter, you assume it’s one thing. But without checking the contract address, you’re gambling on a name, not a project. Tokenomics don’t matter if you’re holding the wrong one. Liquidity pools? Useless if you’re in the wrong chain. Even the most basic research—like checking the official website or verified social accounts—can save you from losing everything. Merge Pals thrive when people skip this step. They rely on FOMO, not fundamentals.

And here’s the truth: most Merge Pals have zero utility. They’re not building anything. They’re not solving problems. They’re just names with wallets. The real value isn’t in the token—it’s in knowing how to tell them apart. That’s why this collection exists. Below, you’ll find deep dives into the most confusing tokens out there. We break down which WOOF is real, which POOH has a DAO, and why ARG isn’t worth the gas fee. No fluff. No hype. Just clear, factual breakdowns so you don’t become another statistic. Learn how to spot the traps. Avoid the clones. And invest with your eyes open.