Dirty Pair Kickstarter Campaign Faces Major Delivery Issues

A Kickstarter campaign for the classic anime series Dirty Pair has become a cautionary tale for crowdfunding supporters. The project, which raised an impressive $731,406 from eager fans, has been plagued by significant problems that have left backers questioning their investment.

The campaign promised to deliver quality products related to the beloved 1980s space adventure series featuring the duo Kei and Yuri, known as the "Lovely Angels." However, supporters have instead experienced years of unexpected delays and what many describe as subpar final products.

Reports from backers indicate serious quality control issues, with some describing receiving discs packaged in makeshift materials like napkins rather than proper cases. The campaign has also struggled with what sources describe as "authoring problems," likely referring to technical issues with the disc production process.

Dirty Pair, originally created by Haruka Takachiho, follows two trouble consultants who work for the 3WA (Worlds Welfare Work Association). The series became a cult classic among anime fans for its blend of science fiction action and comedy, making the strong backer support for this project understandable.

This situation highlights the risks associated with crowdfunded anime projects, even when there's significant fan enthusiasm and financial backing. Many supporters who were excited to own quality versions of this classic series now find themselves dealing with poor communication and disappointing results.

The campaign's troubles serve as a reminder for anime fans to carefully research crowdfunding projects before contributing, regardless of how much they love the source material.