FAQ: The Academic 133+ XL
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Can I pledge $1 now and pay the rest later in the pledge manager?

Yes. After the campaign has ended, the pledge manager will go live. As long as you pledged at least $1 during the campaign, you will be able to add more funds even after the campaign has ended to get all additional rewards you would like.

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Can I get multiple rewards if I pledge more?

Yes, by pledging an additional amount equal to the $45 pledge level you will receive another copy of the rewards associated with that level.

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How do I buy the optional buys?

  1. Go to “Manage your Pledge”.
  2. Click on “Change your Pledge”.
  3. Confirm your Pledge Level (or adjust to a different pledge) and the amount you pledged.
  4. You will be directed to the “Confirm Rewards” page. There, you will be able to select the available Optional Buys as well as any additional value you’d like to add to your pledge.
  5. Click on “Continue” at the bottom of the page.

After the campaign ends and the Pledge Manager goes live, your chosen Optional Buys will already be selected. You will be able to edit your pledge there. Please note that you will need to have a base pledge to be able to select Optional Buys.

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Is VAT included?

Unfortunately, as VAT is different in each country, we will have to manage it after the end of the campaign via the pledge manager.

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Can I pledge for additional copies of the box/rewards/add-ons?

Yes, you can manually add the cost for another reward to your current pledge, or you can simply add additional items in the pledge manager after the campaign. The final amount pledged will then depend on which items you chose as well as the number of items selected.

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When do I pay for shipping?

We will be charging for shipping via our Pledge Manager. The Pledge Manager is live for one month after the campaign ends. We will notify you when you can access it.

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When will the products be shipped to me?

The estimated delivery date for the products is January/February 2023, but keep in mind that this is only an estimate. Also, due to the logistics of international shipping, backers in different regions of the world may receive their items sooner than others. There are some vagaries in terms of timing when it comes to anything produced these days. Thank you for your understanding.

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Why can't you ship to my country?

We are only able to ship to the countries listed in the shipping section. As much as we would love to bring the products to the entire world, that is not an option for us at the time. This may be due to the lack of fulfillment partners for the given region or other restrictions beyond our control. If it turns out that we can add additional regions or countries to the shipping list before the end of the campaign, we will announce it in the updates section. Thank you for understanding!

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Will there be a retail pledge?

We are currently not planning on offering a retail pledge. Regardless, we are keeping an eye on that and might bring the box to local stores in the future. In any case, all products marked as “Kickstarter Exclusive” are limited to Kickstarter only and won’t be available anywhere else.

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Will the products be available in Tolarian's online store?

We do not exclude offering the box in our online store in the future. In any case, all products marked as “Kickstarter Exclusive” are limited to Kickstarter and will not be available anywhere else.

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For what card games is the box ideal?

It’s perfect for Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, Flesh and Blood, and many more standard size card games from your collection. 

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What can I fit in the box?

The Academic 133+ XL can hold up to 133 double-sleeved cards in extra thick inner sleeves. You can also fit a Toploader, a Snap Card Holder, or deck boxes inside, as well as tokens or dice.

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What is the size of the box?

The Academic 133+ XL has the following measurements: Product size (W x D x H) 240 x 104 x 113 mm. Size of inner compartments (W x D x H) Main compartment: 113 x 83 x 104 mm. Top compartment: 107,5 x 82,5 x 24 mm. Drawers: 107 x 84 x 37,5 mm

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Who is Gamegenic?

Gamegenic was established in 2019, as part of the Asmodee group, with the explicit mission to improve gaming supplies by combining quality with innovation, functionality, and appealing design. Gamegenic is a company founded by experienced professionals and passionate gamers. Each product results from years of know-how, detailed engineering, extensive testing, market understanding, and, above all, constant conversation with the community.Their output reflects their expertise and passion to meet the needs of first-timers and dedicated gamers alike.

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Why did I choose Gamegenic as my partner?

I feel the great weight of my supporters’ trust in me and I cannot deliver anything less than the very best. Therefore, I am very thorough in choosing the best partner for this endeavor incorporating all my must-haves, wishes, and requirements. Gamegenic has constantly released quality products. The Head of Gamegenic, Adrian Alonso, has designed many of the products that have received A grades (or A+ grades!) over the past 10 years.

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My question isn't listed here. How can I get an answer?

Ask us in the comments section! We will try to answer all questions within 48 hours. We will also constantly update the FAQ with the most asked questions. So make sure to keep an eye on it.

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Why are Kickstarter Exclusive Items more expensive?

There are several factors as to why Kickstarter Exclusive items are more expensive. In some cases, such as the Academic, different materials are being used for some components of the box, and these materials cost more to produce than the non-exclusive boxes. For other items, it is simply a result of ordering a lower volume. To order 10,000 of a unit, for example, is significantly cheaper PER UNIT than to order only 500. Thus, some items being offered in different colors but in lower quantities have had to have a price increase. As with all of this Kickstarter, we tried very hard behind the scenes to offer the absolute best quality at the most consumer friendly prices, but because of the reasons listed, Kickstarter Exclusive items did end up with a slightly higher price.

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