Patreon Commissions Points System

BBC Chan

And this is exactly what I'm going to change very very soon. Starting January 2020 actually. More info to come.

McFranky

I think I understand the system just fine and really appreciate the fact, that you try to give everyone a real chance (and not like ‘ok surprise commission time, first 5 patreons to comment will get one NOW’). But looking at the data I feel like the "penalty" for getting a commission isn't big enough still. Also the fact that waiting time isn't really plannable is kinda discouraging. I think I asked to be on the perma list in January or so and you yourself estimated I might be up in October or so. Right now I think I might be lucky if I'm up there next October (and that's still kinda fine). But I think all of this just shows this whole thing grew much bigger than you thought. It's not like you were on hiatus for 2-3 months or anything, the list just got massive.

D-Man

I like turtles.

SirSaber

With over 700 Patreons you can't please everyone equally. The fact that you've already implanted this system shows that you try to please a maximum of patreons and the fact that you're still asking if people understand it shows that you do care for even the newest patreon. Like 2 above mentioned I understand you points system but the question of how long it'll take still lingers. If you manage to find a way to streamline the wait-list then I'll only suggest you pattern that system and sell it to other artists ;) Am also waiting for the change of a commission from you ^^ Thanks for being considerate of your patreons.

Stabby

Read through it all and even had a veteran patron explai buts to me and it still confuses me.

Mike

Seems like a lot of extra effort, and I don't want to take the time to understand it. It actually makes me a little less interested in your work. Would rather have a random selection for a free drawing, or just regular commissions even if your rates are higher due to demand.

BBC Chan

The problem with waiting times is that they constantly change. I'm working towards a better points system, that will shorten that wait time for new patrons at least a bit.

I understand the rules well enough, but since I feel some streamlining would do them good I still voted #2. And as one poster mentioned above, a general Idea about wait times would be nice. When I first applied for a permanent slot and I got the "two years waiting list" reply I was taken by surprise. So right now, ever getting a nice commission is more like a small long-term dream thingy.

BBC Chan

And this is my main concern, yeah. I will make some changes to it and rehash the guidelines so that things are more clear especially in regard to wait times.

BBC Chan

It's already been in place since 2 years ago. Every patron is part of it.

Understanding the system is one thing. Understanding the impact (how long will I probably have to wait) is another, much harder, thing.

Frostheim Delaquoite

when does this point system starts?

NuFlash

I will say I get it. It's pretty detailed so at first I wasn't sure. Even then I just wasn't sure if you could save up for more than 1 slot. Like if you wanted something longer than the 3 hours or just wasn't sure if it would take that long.

BBC Chan

And this is correct. However there's more nuances like amount of points you gather each month, the wait list and how many months you need to wait till you will get a commission slot, etc. I just hope people read "the fine print". :D

LeGourmet

For me what i understand is that the highest points ppl win, simple as that