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New tier?

  • Yes! Sign me up! 🤩 152
  • No thanks, I'm good. 👍 524
  • 2023-02-11
  • 676 votes
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Hey everyone! On request, I've been considering adding a new tier but am unsure whether or not it's a good idea. It'd be a $10 tier that'd give you instant access to new chapters as soon as I've finished them. That means I'd upload new chapters in one go instead of dividing them in smaller parts. The downside is that I can't guarantee a new chapter every month, since some chapters take me longer to draw, or I need to take time off in case I get sick etc. The reason I always try to keep a buffer normally after all, is to ensure that I CAN upload on a weekly basis even if life gets in the way. To sum up the pros and cons:+ Instant access to new pages + Read full chapters in one go without interruption- Some months there won't be new material as I'll have zero bufferWhat do you think? If enough people are interested I could set up the tier by tomorrow and upload the new chapter in full. And to make it clear! Tier $3 and $5 wouldn't be affected by this new tier! They'd continue as they have been! 

Comments

SynapseError

Heck yes I'd defo sign up for that!!! I love binge reading. Especially when I really love an author's/creator's work. And being able to gain that access through increased support is more than worth it in my eyes. And it's not some overly greedy amount either. Fully understanding that there may be multiple months with no content, some people may end up pausing their memberships for that reason. Bear that in mind. Dunno if that will affect you negatively outside of financial reasons, but personally I myself wouldn't pause unless my own financial situation was dire.

Claudia Galleguillos

I've wondering this for a long time. Sign me up, you can take all my money if you want.

mafusphere

i'd probably have to think about this more but in general i think it's a great idea!

River_Vera

Love the idea! However, why fix what’s not broken? You as the author deserve a break and the buffer (I assume) helps with that. It feels like it would put more pressure on you creatively if people can read chapters nearly as soon as they’re finished. Love the comic, Aina!

Steven K

I think you should do it, but I won't be signing up for it. I prefer the weekly updates, something to look forward to

BeansGreens

I think it's a great idea. But it's not for me, I like the consistency of seeing parts of a chapter every week and gives me something to look forward to.

Mari

I'm feeling so divided right now. Because I love the prospect of seeing the chapter as soon as it's done, but I also love the weekly expectation for the upload and then discussing it obsessively with the community. Also, as I'm Brazilian, I don't earn in dollar. Actually, dollar is 5 times worth my coin lol But I'd consider doing it anyway. The only thing I'm uncertain of is the fact that I think I prefer the weekly updates 🤔🤔 Aaaaarhh so confused right now lol

Dingo

I really like reading whole chapters at once, so I do like that. I also really want to know how this chapter goes, so there's that 😂. I also want to pay you more money, so there's THAT. I do not, however, want to add more stress on you. If adding this new tier means you have to stress about deadlines, then I want no part of it. I treasure this comic and I am infinitely greatful for all of the hard work you put into it. Please don't overwork yourself on account of us patrons. You mentioned us not getting monthly updates and updating whenever you are ready, I am totally fine with waiting. A healthy Aina is my primary concern. 🤙❤🤙

Minkico

I think it's a good idea for people who like to binge read and/or want to support you more! But personally I like the weekly update because I feel like I enjoy it more. Binge reading is great too (and my first experience with your comic was me binge reading it during the very first lockdown) but i tend to pay less attention to details. I love that comic so much that I prefer to not binge read chapters to enjoy every part of it 😊

Gersom Lopez

I believe it's a good idea specially if it doesn't mean too much extra effort and I feel getting the whole chapter in one go is totally worth. That said... wouldn't sign up my budget just doesn't allow it 😅.

Janaysah

I love the idea however im a student so I won’t be signing up for it since 10 is a bit on the expensive side for me, but i bet there are tons of people who would support you like this so go for it❤️

Ari

I'd be up for it in theory, but I wouldn't want to do it if you'd feel pressured to work more/faster in order to reduce the number of months with no updates. I'd prefer to stay on the tier that's best for your mental health and workload, whichever that is

Weebatron

I feel like I would sign up for it, but I do LOVE the weekly updates and cliffhangers and how everyone basically goes crazy every week. Whether you add this new tier or not, i think you should have a $5+ tier where people can pay you extra for the same benefits. Quite a few of us want to give more without adding to your stress. I'd certainly up my pledge if i could!

Caitlin

As long as this doesn't give you any extra pressure, I think it's a great idea! 💕 that being said, I think the current tiers are great, but this new one gives the option to support more which I like!

Emily Caton

I think it’s a great idea, probably won’t be signing up for it however. I do like to have a guaranteed update even if it’s much shorter. I think you should add it as long as it doesn’t add too much pressure on you!

Sam_3824

I would def sign up to support you but personally I would prefer the weekly updates :)

Azdamine

Echoing what a lot of others have said here, I personally wouldn’t sign up for it. Updates on Thursdays give me something to look forward to every week, and while this is far from the only comic I follow weekly, it *is* my favorite, and I personally wouldn’t want to trade that consistency away when I already like the pacing as is. Having said that, if there are people who would sign up for it, I see no reason not to at least *make* the tier. It means you get more money, which is always a plus, as you said the rest of us aren’t affected, and the people who do want to get updates in that manner, can. Basically, I wouldn’t sign up for it, but you should definitely go for it IMO

Azherwind

I think it could really work out for those who want to! It gives ppl options on how to consume their content, on the other hand I personally just wouldn't be able to afford it, but I'm always rooting for you getting more money, you deserve it

Ozmandious

I prefer the steady drip of updates. Thursdays are “Idiots Don’t Catch Colds Thursday’s”. They’re the highlight of my week. But also, get you that coin if people are wanting that tier!

Sweetish

I say go for it as long as it doesn’t burn you out!☺️ I personally prefer the five tier because I look forward to every Thursday (and it’s within my budget) But I’m positive there’s a lot of people wanting the $10 tier and you absolutely deserve the money for what you do!💞

Aural4444

Honestly if you did a NSFW tier I'd be more into it lol

hani✨

I think I'd probably prefer the current update schedule. On the other hand, I really appreciate your work and I'd be happy to have a way to support you even more. So if it's something you're comfortable with that won't be too hard on you, please go for it! The most important thing is your wellbeing dear author❤️

Quinn

Me personally I would love to read the chapters in one go so if this is something you'd like to do I'd love to sign up!

Crashingstar

I would like it, but as others said only if it doesn't stress you out, make sure to put yourself first!

Vitória

I like this idea but just like other people said I really enjoy having something to look forward to every week, so I wouldn't be signing (even though it will kill me not to know what is going on xD) What I would love (in an ideal world, I don't know if that would be too much of a work for you) is a $10 tier with 2 updates per week 😅 that would be a dream

DearNeptune!

Echoing many others, I worry about any extra pressure this may put on you as a person first, author second. I'm sure that buffer is a glorious thing to have and I worry about you not having it. But if this gets you more money and doesn't hurt you, do the things that are best for you! That being said, as much as would love to have new content ASAP, I don't read any of the fully uploaded chapters due to the lag on Patreon. The app is not prepared to handle that much work in one post. Full chapters load slowly, and they scroll terribly. Overall, those factors mess up my reading experience. This is not a reflection of your work, at all! Simply an app thing. So I would not sign up for the newest tier. Even if it makes me very sad.

Mars

I think it’s something I would definitely sign up for, but more like a every other month thing as a treat haha

Tarandra

I'm in, but actually I'm willing to pay that with no specific advantages that the other tiers ! I think it's great to have the opportunity to pay you more for your awesome work ;

SR1313

I definitely think it would be worth it to at least try it out!! Maybe you just try it out for a chapter or two to see how you like it/the people like it and go from there??

Danyell Jones

Let me be clear- I can wait, as I don’t want to stress you to provide something that you might not be able to do. I am, however, willing to pay for one time bonuses (like a print version)

Ana Luiza Gonçalves

I would definitely pay for it, I'm not very good at waiting hahaha

Natalie

It's a nice I dea but I wouldn't sign up. I really like having something to look forward to

Iona

Sounds like too much pressure and stress for you, and also I am quite satisfied with the actual 5$ rier

Eemmaa456

Would love the higher tier!!! as long at it’s not too stressful for you ofc. I prefer to binge content personally especially because of the flow of the story and my curiosity of where the story will go 👀 people who don’t want to switch obv don’t have to so it just provides more options, and people can always drop for a month (which then averages to $5 over two months which is the same as your current highest tier anyways!)

Keith Woods

Don’t stress your self out with a new tier. Take you time.

dark_reuni0n

this just sounds like it would probably stress you out too much,,, and your health is most important!!

sinaki

I love the idea of reading the whole chapter in one go but I don't think you should do it, it will burn you out. So for the sake of your health I'd say I'm happy with the 5$ one 😊

Dorota Pikula

I like the idea of one long chapter. However, I feel like it would be hard and stressful on you. Also, even though I like the idea of a long chapter, I feel like the longer wait (even though it’s more than understandable) would stress me out more. Lol. I struggle waiting a week for a new chapter, let alone more then a month. Lol! 😂

Pandyakuza

I'm not a big fan of cliffhanger and rather read full chapter... So i'm in... But !!!! If it means putting stress and health issues, i'll just wait like a good kid like it's now :D I'm impatient, but not to the point of putting someone in a bad situation ! Up to you, i think people would rather wait weekly than hearing from you burning out to finish in time. We care for our author !! X)

Shar

I would love a higher tier with other extra stuff. Even if just rough sketches.

crazzeewryter999

While I'd love the early access, I don't like the cost on your health and well being. I'm a Patron to support you, so I can wait!

DrizTheWiz

Honestly it makes me happy that we all care for Aina’s health collectively as a community, I think it’s freaking sweet af. I am kinda torn because I would love to binge read, and to be completely honest if I can do tier $5 and $10 I would do it just to support you. But if it strains you I would understand if you don’t go through with it. I can’t explain my love for your work and creativity so honestly whatever you do Aina I’m here for it no matter what. 🫡♥️