This piece examines the history and evolution of airdrops, from the ubiquitous airdrops by Uniswap to the selective ones implemented by platforms like Arbitrum. Through an analysis of anti-Sybil strategies, it is highlighted that during the initial phases of airdrops, the airdrop field resembled a form of gambling with good odds. Yet, as the trend of airdrops became more introspective and intensified, anticipated gains steadily diminished.