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In the ever-evolving blockchain ecosystem, scalability, validator incentives, and network security remain core challenges for Layer 1 (L1) blockchain developers. Substrate provides the perfect foundation for building customizable L1 blockchains, but integrating newer technologies like EigenLayer’s Autonomous Verifiable Service  (AVS) can help bring additional value to a project. This article will explain how Substrate developers can leverage EigenLayer's AVS for validator selection while keeping project tokens on Ethereum for liquidity. We will explore the major components of building a Substrate-based L1 blockchain with EigenLayer integration, focusing on how to choose validators, distribute rewards, and interact with Ethereum. This guide assumes you’re using Substrate Frame 2 and have a basic understanding of Substrate development. Introduction to EigenLayer AVS EigenLayer’s Active Validator Selection (AVS) system allows blockchain projects to leverage Ethereum validators thr...