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
When will my plush ship?
All plush are Pre-orders and therefore will take some time to manufacturer and ship. Once the crowdfunding is finished, an order will be placed with the manufacturer which will then take some time to make. After this, all the plush will be shipped to Mahou Nippon who will ship out orders as quickly as possible. The expected wait time is 3-6 months, and updates will be posted here as well as on Mahou Nippon's instagram account (@mahounippon).
Where do the plush ship from?
The plush will be shipped by Mahou Nippon who is based in the UK! Shipping worldwide is available! Customs and import fees after Mahou Nippon ships your plush are your responsibility.
What size are the plush?
The plush are 20cm and will fit clothes made for 20cm plush.
Do the plush have skeletons?
These plush do not have skeletons. (Skeletons are made within plush and allow the arms and legs to be posed). We tried making the plush with skeletons but the movement was limited, and in our opinion not worth the increased cost.
Will the plush be sold after the campaign?
The plush will be sold on mahounippon.com and at conventions that Mahou Nippon and Spirutts attend! However the price will likely increase slightly after this campaign ends, so if you want them for a cheaper price, this is the best way to do it!
Is there an incentive for Early Bird pledging?
Any orders of the full set of both plush and both outfits made within the first 48 hours, will receive a free bonus keychain set of Kaveh and Alhaitham! This is designed by Spirutts and currently in production. This set will also be available later for seperate purchase on mahounippon.com and at conventions.