Does this project use any AI?
no.
Last updated: September 03, 2025 10:05
Is the 5e book compatible with 5e 2024?
Yes, insomuch as 2014 and 2024 are compatible with one another. Where there are any greater divergences, we’ll make note of it in sidebars for the sake of conversion or include an addendum. Our community has expressed interest in continuing to play the 2014 version, so we’ve styled the book in a way where it can be enjoyed using both editions.
Last updated: June 28, 2025 16:53
Why BackerKit and not Kickstarter?
Due to the seismic shifts in the social media landscape, BackerKit enticed us with interesting tools and assistance through their platform that could help make results more predictable. As we’re a new group, we’re doing our best to learn, grow, and adapt in order to improve our services to you as both a customer and gamer.
We will look out for any feedback and see how this process goes.
Last updated: June 28, 2025 18:11
How will you address the tariff situation?
International sales outside of the US will be handled by ShipQuest whose main hub is in the United Kingdom. This includes Canada this time around as we’ve crunched the numbers and noticed to avoid any surprise issues with customs, we’d rather stick with ShipQuest’s more predictable system. On that note, we will be collecting shipping fees earlier than later in order to reduce the potential for uncertainties down the line.
We are committed to keeping costs as low as possible for international customers and we will keep everyone abreast of any developments regarding shipment throughout the whole process.
Last updated: June 28, 2025 18:11
If I want a 5e PDF and a PF2e hardcover book (or vice-versa), can I specify that in my survey?
Yes! We’re more than happy to let people mix and match systems of their pdfs and books. You can specify whichever version you’d like in the survey.
Last updated: September 03, 2025 08:54
When will this project be completed?
Sometime by 2026 Q3 or Q4. Much of the art has already been finished. There’s more we’d like to do with the writing especially pending how we meet stretch goals. Compared to Undying Corruption, our 600 page behemoth campaign book, we should be able to complete work quicker.
We will continue work on The Black Market Guide through the crowdfunding campaign as well to ensure no time goes wasted.
Last updated: June 28, 2025 18:34
Can I back you guys with PayPal?
So it seems like PayPal’s payment structure conflicts with how BackerKit runs their pledges, hence why we’ve had to keep PayPal payments deactivated for early pledges. However, there is a workaround: please email us at [email protected] and I can send you a BackerKit link that will facilitate a one-time transaction. We appreciate your patience. If folks prefer paying with PayPal, we would have to cancel early backing and move to the preorder storefront model. Which we’re happy to do if that’s what people prefer.
Last updated: November 02, 2025 20:10
How is this project connected to Undying Corruption?
Undying Corruption takes place in Danguk. It’s an adventure that focuses on different episodes and scenarios in a land based on our research into Korean folklore and history. Black Market Guide will expand that and give a broader overview of the East Asian region.
To encourage more people to pick up Undying Corruption, we’re also using this project to do another print run for more books! Both in 5e AND Pathfinder 2e!
Last updated: September 03, 2025 10:06
Undying Corruption has maps. Can I get digital maps with my PDF?
Yes you may. Backers have pointed out they’d like their maps separately and we think it’s a good idea to offer them.
Last updated: September 03, 2025 08:55
Early Bird/Follower/Reservation: Does my order include the bonus merch?
Yes, as long as you pledged within the first 48 hours, your reward will be added in the pledge manager.
Last updated: September 03, 2025 08:55
What is your refund policy?
We promise we will do our best to ensure your satisfaction, but we understand if financial issues pop up. We’re happy to offer refunds as long as they’re requested before they ship out. We consider the shipment phase to be the end stage of fulfillment. For any refunds after, due to processing fees in different platforms, we can’t promise a full refund.
We can only refund physical merchandise, not digital ones, once they’re delivered if a refund is requested after the project ends.
Last updated: June 28, 2025 18:40
Why haven't I received my survey yet?
We’ve run into two scenarios:
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People who are paying in increments will receive their surveys after they’ve finished paying. You have a bit of time there. If you know what you want for your character commission, you can just email us at [email protected] and contact us with all your references. We can discuss matters there.
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If the above doesn’t match your situation, I suggest contacting BackerKit support. It’s possible that when you tried accessing your survey, you weren’t logged into the proper email that you backed us with. Regardless, I’m more than happy to see what the issue is on our end as well.
Last updated: November 02, 2025 20:09
Why is my Iseung NPC Guide marked for a version that I didn't order?
Yes, that was a technical error. To resolve this issue in the easiest way possible, we’ll send everyone who pledged both versions.
Last updated: November 05, 2025 09:05
Why am I not able to switch to the Mortal/Add-On Tier?
Due to digital downloads exclusive to higher tiers being available, I review each request to switch to a lower tier on a case by case basis. There’s no issue largely if you request to switch before completing your survey the first time.
Please contact me at [email protected] if you’d like to inquire more about switching tiers.
Last updated: November 12, 2025 17:35
What is your refund policy?
We promise we will do our best to ensure your satisfaction, but we understand if financial issues pop up. We’re happy to offer refunds as long as they’re requested before they ship out. We consider the shipment phase to be the end stage of fulfillment. For any refunds after, due to processing fees in different platforms, we can’t promise a full refund. We can only refund physical merchandise, not digital ones, once they’re delivered if a refund is requested after the project ends.
If your order included a digital copy which you’ve already received, we’ll offer a partial refund that excludes that order.
Last updated: October 07, 2025 19:00
Did you use any AI in your project?
no.
Last updated: October 07, 2025 19:00
Where is the PDF for the PF2e version of Undying Corruption?
The PF2e version is still a work in progress. We’ll begin production on the digital copy for that in tandem with the digital releases for Black Market Guide.
Last updated: October 07, 2025 19:01
How will you address the tariff situation?
International sales outside of the US will be handled by ShipQuest whose main hub is in the United Kingdom. This includes Canada this time around as we’ve crunched the numbers and noticed to avoid any surprise issues with customs, we’d rather stick with ShipQuest’s more predictable system. On that note, we will be collecting shipping fees earlier than later in order to reduce the potential for uncertainties down the line. We are committed to keeping costs as low as possible for international customers and we will keep everyone abreast of any developments regarding shipment throughout the whole process.
Last updated: October 07, 2025 19:02
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