Steemhop game

Hi everyone I hope you are all doing well.

I have been playing SteemHop for the past 4 days, but I’m still struggling to fully understand how the Steemit platform works. My main goal is to earn points, increase my rank, and hopefully make it into the top 3 members but I’m finding it difficult to figure out the overall system.

I’m especially confused about below given points.

How to increase Steem Power

How earnings and points work and how they can be redeemed

How to properly participate in challenges and contests

Whenever I try to join a contest I am redirected to another link which adds to the confusion. I have also commented on several blogs hoping for guidance but unfortunately I haven’t received any responses yet.

I was wondering if there is a Discord server or any active community space where I could ask questions and get proper guidance from experienced members.

I am genuinely interested in learning and being active on this platform,so any guidance or support from you guys would be highly appreciated.