BackerKit FAQ
How does BackerKit crowdfunding work?
Crowdfunding is a collaborative way to bring ideas and projects to life. Project creators post their idea for a project, and backers pledge money to make the project possible. Backers get behind the scenes access and backer-only rewards, which can include exclusive products, special pricing, creative input, content, and more.
To become a backer, select a pledge level that features the reward(s) you would like to receive when the project is successfully completed and make your contribution.
All-or-nothing crowdfunding model: The creator sets a funding goal and a deadline to raise funds. If the project does not meet the goal by the deadline, backers credit cards are not charged and no money changes hands.
Crowdfunding projects can happen at various stages of the creative process. Make sure to check the estimated timeline of when rewards will be delivered. Project creators will keep you updated on the progress toward completion and delivery of your rewards.
Backing a crowdfunding campaign is not the same as purchasing an item from a store. When you back a campaign you are supporting the creation of something new. Rewards are almost always delivered, but are not guaranteed.
When will I be charged for my pledge?
Your payment method will not be charged right away. You will be charged for the amount of your pledge when the campaign ends and the project reaches its funding goal. You will not be charged if the campaign does not reach its funding goal.
What happens after the campaign is over?
The Creator will send out a survey that will ask you for more information about your pledge, your shipping information, additional items you may want to add to your pledge, and collect shipping fees if applicable.
The survey will be sent to the email address we have on file with your pledge.
Any additional payment will be charged when you complete your survey and confirm your order.
Project FAQ
Will the PDF come out when the book is printed and shipped?
We are very eager for you to start playing and interacting with the Mind's Eye Theatre: Enemies of Darkness and Laws of the Hunt as soon as possible! Once the PDF recieves final approvals, we'll deliver it to you via BackerKit and your ByNightStudios store account!
Will addons ship with the book?
By Night Studios will be shipping out most add-on products with the books as soon as they arrive from the printers. The PDFS will be sent out before the books. All physical add-ons/stretch goals will be shipped with the physical book(s) once those are packaged up and ready for shipping. There is one exception- the LEDs will ship directly from the manufacturer and we begin shipping those within 2 weeks of the end of the campaign/ your card being charged in full, which ever comes later.
When is the last day I can pledge?
Our crowdfunding campaign will end on 4/4/2025 at 11:59 PM PST.
I am a retailer and need books!
We do have a "Super Fan" Add On available to any games store, larp troupe or others, but if you are wanting a custom bulk order of Laws of the Night books or our awesome merch, please contact [email protected] and we can talk. We do offer a wholesale discount!
How much will it cost to ship my books?
NOTE: These are estimates. We do not make any money from shipping - and only charge base shipping costs for USPS. We are aware that these charges may change between now and the actual shipping date. We will always attempt the use the lowest cost carrier. Shipping is based on location/region and weight of the items that are being shipped. We ship USPS and work to ensure the lowest shipping cost possible. Unless indicated otherwise, physical items are available to be shipped to all domestic and *most* international locations. Please note, international shipping may take additional time and have an increased cost. The buyer is responsible for any charges or costs associated with duties, customs, or brokerage fees. The below estimates are in US Dollars (USD). Softcover book x1 Domestic/US - $5.38 Canada - $24.69 UK - $30.34 EU - $34.20 South America - $35.51 Aus/NZ - $39.16 Hardcover Book x1 Domestic/US - $6.88 Canada - $39.59 UK - $53.43 EU - $62.80 South America - $62.93 Aus/NZ - $65.75 2 Softcovers Domestic/US - $6.13 Canada - $36.57 UK - $46.33 EU - $51.65 South America - $53.58 Aus/NZ - $62.00 Hardcover x1, Softcover x2 Domestic/US - $9.13 Canada - $65.49 UK - $97.20 EU - $92.51 South America - $100.31 Aus/NZ - $126.81 Hardcover x1, Softcover x2, Card Decks Domestic/US - $9.88 Canada - $70.74 UK - $103.01 EU - $98.06 South America - $107.19 Aus/NZ - $134.90
Will some of the artwork be different?
Please note that not all artwork is finalized. We are working hard on ensuring that what you see is what you get. However, some items may require additional changes past the start of the Backerkit launch.
What is the difference between the Mind's Eye Theatre: Enemies of the Night soft and hardcover?
The softcover is a pocket edition (same size as the Laws of the Night pocket edition), great for bringing to your larp game or carrying on public transport. The hardcover is a deluxe edition with extra art and is the standard 8.5x11 book size. The text layout will also be more speciaous and easier to read. The text/ powers/ fluff is the same in both versions.