Block Proposer Guide
In Surge, anyone can act as a block proposer, being responsible for processing transactions and managing block production on the L2 network. This guide explains how block proposing works and its fee structure.
Overview
Block proposers:
- Order and execute user transactions
- Manage block production
- Handle fee distribution
- Maintain L2 chain efficiency
Fee Structure
Base Fee Distribution
- 75% goes to the coinbase address
- 25% goes to the treasury
- Distribution is handled through the proving mechanism
Priority Fees
- 100% of priority fees go to the coinbase
- Proposers can provide additional tips during block proposal on L1
Fee Components
- Base Fee: Automatically adjusted based on network congestion
- Priority Fee: Optional tip to incentivize faster inclusion
- Extra Tips: Additional proposer incentives for L2 PBS (Proposer Builder Separation)
note
Fee distribution is built into the proving mechanism rather than handled by smart contracts.
Block Production
Block proposers manage block production with the following parameters:
- Configurable target gas per block
- Adjustable base fee calculations
- Flexible fee distribution ratios
Configuration
Block proposers can adjust various parameters including:
- Target gas limits
- Fee sharing percentages
- Block production rates
- Priority fee minimums
tip
Always monitor system metrics when adjusting block proposer parameters to maintain optimal performance.
Advanced Features
- Custom executor implementation
- Configurable base fee sharing
- Support for proposer builder separation
- Flexible treasury management
For detailed technical specifications and deployment instructions, please contact the Surge team.