As it stands, I have immense respect for most creators operating in such a niche market as ours, but I did not realise the true extent of the expenditures on the back end. The fact that these expenses are shouldered bravely and often in silence, and that development continues despite the knowledge that revenue from patronage subscriptions may never reach the breakeven point during or even after production, is a testament to the iron-clad willpower of independent media and the dedication to expressing an artistic vision. I am glad to be a Patron, water droplet in the bucket as it is, and I thank you for your emotional & financial transparency.