What happens if this Kickstarter does not meet its goal?
As you already know, this Kickstarter is a mandate to gauge how much widespread demand exists for a new dub—it’s not just a fundraiser. If the project doesn’t meet its goal, Funimation will still create a release based on the materials we have access to. We still want to showcase the HD, but because the HD materials don’t match up with the current English dub, this will likely be a subtitled-only Blu-ray uncut version. A separate release of the original English dub on DVD may follow. Last updated: Sat, Feb 27 2016 12:03 pm EST
Who are the voice actors for this new dub?
We won’t start casting until we get a sense that there’s a demand for the new dub. If and when we hit our goal, we’ll start casting and will reveal the actors soon after. Last updated: Sat, Feb 27 2016 12:05 pm EST
Will I have access to this dub on Funimation.com if I’m not a contributor?
Of course! If the project meets its goal, you’ll be able to buy the Escaflowne series and movie on Blu-ray or DVD once it’s released, or stream it with a FunimationNow subscription. The Collector’s Edition in the $175 and up tiers will also be available for purchase. There will also be digital video download options as well. However, the special Kickstarter version of Part 1, with the exclusive chipboard box and art cards, is only available to backers only. Last updated: Sat, Feb 27 2016 12:05 pm EST
Will you release the original dub separately?
The original dub episodes will be available as bonus DVDs in the Collector’s Edition on the $175 and up tiers (using the original SD materials rather than the uncut HD materials). As for a potential separate release, the answer is: possibly. All of our focus is on the new dub right now, so there are no plans to release the original dub. However, it may come at a future point. Last updated: Sat, Feb 27 2016 12:05 pm EST
Why fund a dub through Kickstarter? Does Funimation not have the funds to create this dub?
Think of this Kickstarter as more of a way to gauge interest. Because Funimation doesn’t often go back and redub a series that was already on market, we want to know if there is demand for a new dub in the first place. Also, because this Kickstarter was inspired by an influx of fan comments, we want our fans to be more involved and share a dialogue with us, so we can better understand your preferences in a way that a traditional pre-order usually does not. This is also your exclusive chance to pre-order your copy and see some behind-the-scenes looks into the production process, marketing, packaging design, and more! Last updated: Wed, Mar 2 2016 1:14 am EST
Will you create Kickstarter projects for releases of other Funimation properties?
We do not have any concrete plans for another Kickstarter at this time, but the success of this one can possibly open the door to future projects down the road! Last updated: Tue, Mar 1 2016 8:59 pm EST
Will the Escaflowne movie be getting a new dub?
Yes, the Escaflowne movie will receive a new matching dub to the series. The movie release will feature the original dub and the new one as different audio track options. Last updated: Tue, Mar 1 2016 8:59 pm EST
What countries do these rewards ship to? Will the releases be available outside of the United States and Canada?
Funimation only holds the rights to The Vision of Escaflowne in the United States and Canada, so we are unable to ship any rewards outside of these two countries. The retail releases of The Vision of Escaflowne will also only be available in these two countries. If you are overseas, please support your local official release! Last updated: Wed, Mar 2 2016 1:17 am EST
Will the English subtitle track on the release be locked to the English audio track?
Per agreement with our licensor, we are required to apply a stationary English subtitled track when the Japanese audio is selected on the Blu-ray discs. This also affects the ability to enable subtitles when selecting the English audio. This requirement does not affect the DVD discs. Last updated: Mon, Mar 21 2016 5:02 pm EDT
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