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Ripples of Aether

Ripples of Aether

An enamel pin set following a summoner and their companions' journey
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Started: Tue Nov 10 8:21PM

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$392

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This project is part of TRIBUTES, running from November 10th – November 28th, 2026. Learn more →

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Intro


I don't know about you, but very few things sound cooler to me than being able to summon great primal forces out of the aether to aid you. 

Which is why I made this campaign. It's a love letter that follows the various forces of aether in their many shapes. some cuddly, some brutal. 

Will you help us make these pins a reality?
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The Enamel Pins



For the first chunk of pins in this campaign we have two categories. All of these pins will be unlocked if we hit funding - you will be asked which design(s) you'd like via the campaign survey that'll go out once the campaign finishes. 

Now for the two categories:

  • Primal Summoning (big pins, gold plated, hard enamel) - 9 GBP each
  • Carbeans (small pins, black nickel plated, hard enamel) - 5 GBP each


Primal Summonings





Carbeans

Sitting at only 2.5 cm (1 inch) big these tiny pins will make great gap fillers on your board or are perfect little travelling companions on your bag.

These carbies some in 6 distinct flavours (please do not eat the pins, or lick them, trust us, they're not delicious and will make you sick) and you can pledge for singles or get the whole lot for a special discount.



Please note that these are mock-ups and the final pins may require small edits for production. Colours may differ slightly from the ones shown on your screen, this is due to screen calibration.
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Pin Stretch Goals


Do we want to summon more things? Of course we do! We have a couple of stretch goals: 2 Primal Summons as well as a special add-on only buncle.

Primal Summons

The Menace - UNLOCKED


Ray of Sunshine - Unlocks at 2500 GBP





Add-on stretch goal (will not be available as part of any reward tiers):


Ripples of Aether - Unlocks at 3000 GBP



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The Stickers



These vinyl stickers are weather and waterproof friendly so you can take these little friends on adventures with you on your car or water bottle. 

Due to the sizing difference the pricing is as follows:

All You Need is Buncle - 3.50 GBP
Ripples of Aether - 5 GBP



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Returning Backers and Patreon Freebie

Are you a returning backer or a member of our Patreon then you will receive this little exclusive Carbean for free. This is an exclusive reward and isn't available any other way! 

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Tributes 3-Campaign Backers Freebie



Hey have you checked out our other campaigns yet? Did you back this campaign along with 2 more? If yes then you'll automatically receive this pin with your pledge for Ripples of Aether. 

Unlike the other Carbeans this bundle of malice has a sparkly gem.
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Shipping Rates



Shipping Rates
We're located in the UK and ship worldwide with the exception of the EU (sorry, your regulations are a nightmare).

UK
Flat rate for all order sizes
Untracked (25 GBP insurance): 2 GBP
Tracked (250 GBP insurance): 4 GBP


United States*
1 - 3 pins or stickers only
Untracked (25 GBP insurance): 12 GBP
Tracked (250 GBP insurance): 18 GBP

4 pins or more
Untracked (25 GBP insurance): 15 GBP
Tracked (250 GBP insurance): 22 GBP

*due to possible changes in tariffs there may be additional DDP fees to pay, please be certain to read the 'US Tariffs and other International Import Taxes' section


New Zealand and Australia
1 - 3 pins or stickers only
Untracked (25 GBP insurance): 7 GBP
Tracked (250 GBP insurance): 13 GBP
4 pins or more
Untracked (25 GBP insurance): 12 GBP
Tracked (250 GBP insurance): 18 GBP


Rest of the World
1 - 3 pins or stickers only
Untracked (25 GBP insurance): 6 GBP
Tracked (250 GBP insurance): 12 GBP
4 pins or more
Untracked (25 GBP insurance): 10 GBP
Tracked (250 GBP insurance): 16 GBP


Please keep in mind that the listed prices estimates based off information available to us at this point in time. The geopolitical situation is ever evolving and may cause shipping cost to fluctuate thus the final shipping cost may be higher or lower.
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US Tariffs and other International Import Taxes

For US Backers
We ship everything to the US with Delivery Duties Paid: this means there should be no additional fees for you to pay when we ship the items out to you - all the tariffs and other import duties will be paid by us upfront and the expected cost for this is already rolled into the expected shipping price.

HOWEVER...

This tariff cost can go up (or down) because your government likes to play it fast and loose with the tariff rates and change things up with little to no prior notice. This means it's possible things may change between now and when the rewards are shipped. Should this happen we will be in touch with everyone affected and discuss how to approach these changes. 

For all other non UK Backers
By backing this campaign you agree that you are aware that you are responsible for any VAT and other additional customs charged by your country. We will not refund any items returned to me due to unpaid customs duties or incomplete/incorrect addresses. 
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Production Timeline

If everything goes smoothly the production timeline is estimated to look like the following:

  • Early November: Campaign goes live!
  • Late November: Campaign finishes
  • Early December: Survey goes out
  • Mid December: Funds are in, production can start
  • Mid January: Expected to see first pin sample
  • Late February: Production finishes
  • Late February: Pins should arrive with me and are quality checked
  • March: Rewards are sent out!

Of course delays are always possible, but I will make certain to keep everyone up to date should this happen.
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About the Artist

I'm Dee, also known as Eltha or Grumpy Gryphon and I'm one half of Sockmuffin Studio. I'm a 39 years old queer freelance artist and merch designer who specialises in pin design and production. 

As you may have guess I really love a certain horrible aether gremlin (topaz is my best boi) and everything surrounding them. I started my merch making career with merch from them all the way back in 2018 so this project feels a bit like coming home.

I have over 18 successful crowdfunding campaigns under my belt (between Kickstarter and Backerkit), so I'm no newbie to this! I run Sockmuffin Studio together with my partner (if you ever see any handmade plushies on our site, they're by her!).
 
If you would like to see more of my work you can check out my carrd which will link you to my website and all the social media platforms I'm active on.

TRIBUTES


Unofficial tributes inspired by our favorite video games. 

TRIBUTES is a veteran-only event. Participating artists are experienced pin makers with crowdfunding chops, fulfillment under wraps, and a good understanding of what makes pins as a medium special.

This event is a chance for artists to experiment with new manufacturing techniques, embrace their own art styles, or make self-indulgent things they can't justify just for themselves. It's a chance for you to find something one-of-a-kind for your pin board, itabag, or series collection.

Back TRIBUTES projects knowing you're getting something well-made. And, be confident you're supporting a reliable creator and helping make something they're passionate about.

Back 3 or more TRIBUTES projects for a free 1" exclusive pin from each artist.

To see all projects and exclusive pins, check out the project page here. 
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