> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://samurainodes.gitbook.io/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://samurainodes.gitbook.io/docs/1.-what-is-samurai-and-how-does-it-work/1.1-what-is-samurai.md).

# 1.1 - What is Samurai?

The core service of the protocol is providing Utility Node-as-a-Service to its users.

The protocol combines unique elements of DeFi, NFTs, RPC-embedded endpoints and governance.

Samurai enables anyone to easily access and enter the world of web3 within one unified interface and dApp.

The design of Samurai enables anyone to easily access and enter the world of DeFi and NFTs with little knowledge and experience in the field.


---

# Agent Instructions
This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com.

## Querying This Documentation
If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter:

```
GET https://samurainodes.gitbook.io/docs/1.-what-is-samurai-and-how-does-it-work/1.1-what-is-samurai.md?ask=<question>
```

The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.