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
How soon will I receive my Digital rewards?
Just like our last campaign, digital rewards will be fulfilled in waves immediately after the campaign ends for beta testing and feedback. We have a Proofing & Feedback channel on our discord server, all backers are welcome to join in there and leave comments, questions, & recommendations! https://discord.com/invite/7xKRkHfDks
How soon will I receive my physical rewards?
ASAP. We will have approximately 1 month for proofing & feedback before the final files go to the printer. Once I have a better idea of how many units to order they will be able to more accurately give me a time & cost estimate for printing & shipping. I'm optimistically hoping to have everything in your hands before Christmas 2024, but Spring 2025 may be more realistic.
Will I need any WotC books?
No, you won't need any WotC books at all, but can use any ones that you wish. It is a stand alone system that is 5e compatible.
How many pages are in the books?
The 3 books are A5 sized (half the size of normal "big" D&D books), the core rules & GM guilde/adventure will likely be around 50 pages each, and the classes. ~80 pages. That will likely change a bit as the project nears completion.
What license are you using?
Still finalizing, but likely going to use something similar to the Shadowdark license (very open, essentially do what you want, as long you don't claim endorsement).
Can I purchase different items seperately?
Possibly in the future, but as a small team, having too much granularity can quickly become a big logistical problem. For now I'm trying to keep the offerings easy to manage on the back end so that printing & fulfillment goes smoothly.