[IMPORTANT/POLL] Regarding content/posts from here onwards...
I've had this thought going through my mind for a while now, and I figured that I should at least speak on it to get some opinions and feelings. I have quite a number of paying supporters, some which going on for more than two years which is astounding to me, but I feel that these supporters have been slightly neglected despite paying a lot of money over the months, and I get it's for donations/tips and out of the kindness of your heart to continue supporting me financially.
That has been the system I have sustained for 3 or so years? And honestly, I don't plan on changing it entirely. However, I feel I should at least set up some timed exclusives to give the supporting fans a first look basis for their past and continued donations?
When I say timed exclusives, I obviously want it to remain as it is right now, so I was thinking about a couple of days like 3-4, early access for those paying patrons then eventually being opened for the rest of the public after that time is up.
This is something to at least give back to those who have donated, especially those who have stayed supporting, even as early as 2022. I would also include a pin-up raffle or something as a part of those incentives? I'm still exploring what I can do without restricting too much from how it is right now.
Again, everything will remain free and open, however, I'd like to implement a few days hold on all or some releases (still deciding what), making timed exclusives to give something back as an incentive to those actually supporting.
You won't be forced to join as a paying member, if you did not wish to support financially. All what would change is that you would wait 3–4 days after it has been published to paid members before you can view it for free as a follower, instead. I don't think that's too harsh, but it does change how my system has worked since I've started from the very beginning.
The results of this post will possibly affect the next post coming if people do agree with this workaround.
What do you think?
Comments (16)
I'm not a supporter, YET!! You know, I love to support artists, you guys deserve all the love in the world, you speacially my man, but right now I'm going throught some financial problems in my life, wich made me stop supporting some artists in the last couple months, it's not forever, I plan to going back to support them, and I had plans to start to support you too. But if you tell me you want to give the people who support you extra content, I 100% agree, even though I don't support you yet, it's just fair, you know? And you deserve everything you earn from it. And then, One Day I'll properly support you, and will get the extra content, so for me it's totally fine :) This financial problem I'm having right now will not last forever, and I'll be back giving the artists I follow the love they deserve, and that's include you Blank, I'll never give up on you works, even if you went full paid content, I'll still be here!
After all, it's just a matter of releasing content earlier for the paying supporters of BlankKen. For those who watch for free, the release schedule remains exactly the same as it is now, so I don't think it's an issue. I would also like to make another suggestion. There are many fans who love BlankKen enough to have supported them for as long as three years. Therefore, I think it would be a great idea to introduce a system where they can pay to commission works from BlankKen.
Your content is so high quality and your upload schedule is so consistent it's amazing you've been doing it completely free for so long. I've seen accounts with much lower quality work charge much more with full exclusivity. So yes I think timed exclusives are fine + I think pinup polls would be a great addition that would make it worth subscribing. Being able to vote for your favorite OC to get a pinup would be a lot of fun
Yeah, pin-up polls is a shout, ngl. This is the first time I've used a poll on Patreon, or at least as far as I can remember so we could end up doing subscriber only polls for potential OC pin-ups added to the roll as another incentive.
Honestly the content is worth it. The people who are probably against it are either impatient or entitled ( not starting anything just speaking my opinion ) your content is one of few that peak my interest and I can be patient waiting a few days
Paid for exclusives aren't a bad thing, he'll a lot of creators put months between exclusive and public releases, a few days is a drop in the bucket
I'm personally fine either way. I don't mind waiting 3-4 days, your content is worth it. And if it motivates more people to support you to access it early, then that's even better because you absolutely deserve it.
I appreciate that a lot, thank you!
Looks like it gonna be a timed exclusive vote wins. Im gonna continue support through paying regardless. Im a fan of your style and direction for most of the stuff you make. Im here to support so you can keep doing this so im fine with it just being dropped as is for free.
If it does win in 48 hours time, then that'll just mean that I'll need to put 120% more effort to make that little extra wait even more worth it XD
I would gladly contribute. I would even contribute for others that can't at the moment for whatever reason. I feel when it comes to an artist that listens to their fans/supporters, you definitely come out on top. In regards to that, do the contributors get first pick when it comes to commissions?
If the majority is a yes to timed exclusives then, I'll say that if they cannot wait 3–4 days until it's free for everyone else, and those goes for anyone reading by the way, then please do not feel any hesitation to DM me, and I'll provide an early link to them. I will always be forever understanding, and would never ask or have anyone gift a sub because of this. Furthermore, I'm not going to be a tight ass about it, since they're just comics at the end of the day. Even if someone decides to share it by leaking, I still won't feel a type of way, in fact, I'd be pretty happy that my stuff is getting traction, and it's good enough to be shared XD As for commissions, they're a little sticky. Everyone gets an equal chance, however, due to the number of requests I've received, it's been a little difficult to acknowledge or accept a lot of them, due to the limited time I have and the work I've already accepted along with my own stuff. Anyone is welcome to DM to express their interest or ask for more info regarding comms, however, I probably won't be able to accept it at that point, but you'll be put in a queue, and I'll come back to you when able.
As someone that's been supporting for over two years, just wanted to say that I personally don't desire any change to your routine. I have been happy to contribute to someone who continuously pumps out some of the most amazing visual stories. I find myself continuously looking forward to each new post from you. So, thank you. The thought alone that you are thinking of those like myself warms my heart.
Good shit man
Fuck man idk, like i think they should get a early access reward but at the same time no, cause i dont pay shit cause i cant (i just dont have a credit/debit card) so i think it should be up to them if they want to keep it the same for everyone or want early access, cus i dont want to be an asshole and say no cus i dont pay shit, so ill vote unsure for now 👍, regardless im still waiting for those juicy comics even if i have to wait an extra 3-4 days cause your shit is awesome man, keep it up bro i love it
That's completely understandable. Like even if it's 3–4 days, it does change how I've been usually doing things, and the main reason why I've set everything to be free in the first place, is to allow people to enjoy these stories and what not, without having to worry about paying and such since shit ain't getting easier for anyone but the rich in the world. That's why I held back on anything like this for a really long time.