[GB] GMK Noel | Shipping | 1500 Base Kits Sold | gmknoel.com

[Agilr]

GMK Noel
Live in April 2020 on https://gmknoel.com/

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Inspired by the character Noel from Celestial Method, this set aims to bring the cute and endearing theme onto GMK keycaps through light pastel colours and adorable novelty motifs.

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Vendors
Group Buy will be available from April 1st to May 1st, with shipment planned for December 2020

• North America: Cannon Keys
• Canada: Deskhero
• Europe: MyKeyboard
• China/Asia: ZFrontier or ZFrontier EN
• Oceania/SEA: Daily Clack
• Japan: Yushakobo

Pricing
Prices are in USD through Cannon Keys; for all other vendors please refer to the official site link

• Base Kit: $134.99
• Novelties: $49.99
• Extension (40s/Ortho/Bars): $39.99
• Hiragana Sub-legends: $58.99
• Deskmats: $16.99

Colour Samples
Album Link

• GMK WS2 for White
• RAL 010 80 20 for Pink
• RAL 210 85 15 for Light Blue
• RAL 230 70 30 for Dark Blue

Colours were initially colour-matched with a physical sample from the source, with "Pastel Pink", "Fine Blue" and "Fitness Blue" being the final custom colours used after playing with similar colours to see which variants would work best for the set. WS2 was chosen over the typical WS1 as it provides a more cooler tone, which helps define and tie in the overall theme better.


Kit Renders

Base Kit


Hiragana Sub-legends Kit


40s/Ortho/Spacebars (Extension) Kit


Novelties Kit



Deskmats

Pink


Blue


Board Renders

TGR Jane v2 by yuktsi
Rendered by pikku-allu

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J-02 LE by Jae
Rendered by MetallicCharles

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Miss Pink Sofia by Nix Studio
Rendered by MetallicCharles

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Dark Blue Sofia by Nix Studio
Rendered by MetallicCharles







Poly Think6.5 by GrayStudio
Rendered by Abec13

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Bocc by Senryo
Rendered by Kingk22





Aki-S by Senryo
Rendered by Kingk22





Synth Labs 060 by Nostril
Rendered by Nostril



Collaborations
We have chosen collaborations that help accentuate the theme, and bring out the cuteness and playfulness of the set
Shoutout to reeeyouuu for helping me with contacts and design

Alpha Keycaps


Art Key Universe


CYSM caps
Will be available after Group Buy

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Kudos
Thanks to Kingk22, Abec13, Fatboycarney, Octix, Upas, necromanx, Yui, pikku-allu, Phatty, MetallicCharles, reeeyouuu, OneCreativeMind, Jae and Brian from TC and everyone from my discord server (sorry if I missed anyone).
Without you all, I never thought it would've been possible to get this far, and I owe it to all of you for helping me along the way.

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approved

[stopitsme]

B)

[kaisn]

one of the best sets in 2020 for sure

must buy!

[twistitup]

It's finally happening!!!

[jayseeffaye]

Get Noel for No L!

[senryo]

set of 2020

[Lolipopu]

Hype for this!!  Is it possible that only who buy the set can join the raffle? Cos many people got big L from AK.

[subluxe]

My favorite set of all time, keep up the good work dude 

[SnowyMinion]

2 more days!!

[pengoot02]

Support Noel to Make Yuru A Thing!!!!

[ossetepo]

How do I stop reading the name of this set as GM Knoel?  Please send help.

[Treviola]

This set is so nice, and I also love pastel colors! Must cop :>

[Hesi]

ayyyyy finally. I'm definitely in!

[Agilr]

GMK Noel is now live
Thanks to everyone for making this all possible

North America: https://cannonkeys.com/products/gb-gmk-noel
Canada: https://www.deskhero.ca/products/gmk-noel
Europe: https://mykeyboard.eu/catalogue/category/group-buys/gmk-noel_276/?q=&sort_by=newest
Oceania/SEA: https://dailyclack.com/products/gmk-noel
China: https://www.zfrontier.com/m/5782
Asia: https://en.zfrontier.com/products/gmk-noel

Some proxies might not be up now, but should be up soon. JP proxy will be updated here as soon as they get their page ready!

[CF73]

GL 

[//gainsborough]

Purchased.  Easy decision.  Can't wait!

[bridden]

Just purchased. So excited for this kit!

[Hydrolithium]

DONE! One of the keycap sets I've been waiting for for a while now!! You did a great job!

[Agilr]

We're off to an amazing start to GMK Noel!
Thanks to everyone who was able to join the Group Buy on Day 1!


Day 1 Numbers: (Please keep in mind some vendor(s) have yet to submit and/or numbers are delayed)
Base: 162
Hiragana: 62
Extension: 19
Novelties: 63
Deskmat Blue: 24
Deskmat Pink: 10

We've almost reached the MOQ targets for almost all kits in Day 1!!! Extensions needs some love, so if you're looking to purchase one later, be sure to purchase it ASAP so that we can guarantee it gets made. I am committed to getting every kit to MOQ, and am willing to buy a majority to ensure it happens. But we need all your help to make it happen!

And thanks to all of you for making this all possible! I couldn't imagine a world last year where I'd be designing a keyset for the community, and to see it right now being made a reality, is simply awe-inspiring. 

[dvorcol]

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We're off to an amazing start to GMK Noel!
Thanks to was able to join the Group Buy on Day 1!


Day 1 Numbers: (Please keep in mind some vendor(s) have yet to submit and/or numbers are delayed)
Base: 162
Hiragana: 62
Extension: 19
Novelties: 63
Deskmat Blue: 24
Deskmat Pink: 10

We've almost reached the MOQ targets for almost all kits in Day 1!!! Extensions needs some love, so if you're looking to purchase one later, be sure to purchase it ASAP so that we can guarantee it gets made. I am committed to getting every kit to MOQ, and am willing to buy a majority to ensure it happens. But we need all your help to make it happen!

And thanks to all of you for making this all possible! I couldn't imagine a world last year where I'd be designing a keyset for the community, and to see it right now being made a reality, is simply awe-inspiring. 

[Agilr]

There has been a small issue with Deskhero sales, so if you have bought a hiragana or novelties kit through them, an email will be sent through regarding it within the following day.

[repo156]

Purchased, thanks!

[markclemmons]

Interested

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[Agilr]

Thank you to everyone who have purchased so far! We have made it to MOQ on everything but Extensions Kit in just 3 days, so let's get those numbers up to ensure everything gets made


Day 3 Numbers: (Outdated numbers on 1 vendor)
Base: 284
Hiragana: 100
Extension: 30
Novelties: 123
Deskmat Blue: 38
Deskmat Pink: 25

These are some amazing numbers, and I'm grateful to all of you for making this all possible!

[dvorcol]

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Thank you to everyone who have purchased so far! We have made it to MOQ on everything but Extensions Kit in just 3 days, so let's get those numbers up to ensure everything gets made


Day 3 Numbers: (Outdated numbers on 1 vendor)
Base: 284
Hiragana: 100
Extension: 30
Novelties: 123
Deskmat Blue: 38
Deskmat Pink: 25

These are some amazing numbers, and I'm grateful to all of you for making this all possible!

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[Agilr]

Hype for this!!  Is it possible that only who buy the set can join the raffle? Cos many people got big L from AK.

Sorry for the late reply!

The Keypora was raffled off before GB on the 28th, but you'll have a chance to obtain the Sirius on the 15th this month.
These artisans are open for anyone to join!

More info will be announced here and on our discord when we get more details on it.

[Hanabi]

Went for the Base kit. Can't wait for it to arrive! Would look beautiful with an E-white board.

[Agilr]

Hey everyone! Thanks to all of you for the strong week 1 numbers, we couldn't have done it without y'all!


Tentative Week 1 Numbers: (As of April 8, outdated on 4 vendors)
Base: 372
Hiragana: 131
Extension: 39
Novelties: 169
Deskmat Blue: 52
Deskmat Pink: 31

At the moment, it looks like everything will be made apart from possibly Extensions kit, so let's show some love for the smaller boards by picking one up today! I am committed to getting every kit made, and will be able to buy a portion to ensure that happens if we don't reach MOQ by the end of GB.

[CARC]

At the moment, it looks like everything will be made apart from possibly Extensions kit, so let's show some love for the smaller boards by picking one up today! I am committed to getting every kit made, and will be able to buy a portion to ensure that happens if we don't reach MOQ by the end of GB.

These two sentences seem to contradict each other. Are you or other vendors going to buy up the rest of the Extension kit if it doesn't hit MOQ? Or are you planning on buying up the rest only if it gets close enough to MOQ that you feel it's worth it?

And if Extensions doesn't hit MOQ, are people that ordered Extensions given the option for a full refund, or just for Extensions?

Thanks, I love the set and really hope all kits get made!

[dvorcol]

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Hey everyone! Thanks to all of you for the strong week 1 numbers, we couldn't have done it without y'all!


Tentaive Week 1 Numbers: (As of April 8, outdated on 4 vendors)
Base: 372
Hiragana: 131
Extension: 39
Novelties: 169
Deskmat Blue: 52
Deskmat Pink: 31

At the moment, it looks like everything will be made apart from possibly Extensions kit, so let's show some love for the smaller boards by picking one up today! I am committed to getting every kit made, and will be able to buy a portion to ensure that happens if we don't reach MOQ by the end of GB.

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[bobgr8]

Oh no! I wish I had seen the IC when it launched.

The set has no 2U shift key! Would it be possible to add it now?

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Oh no! I wish I had seen the IC when it launched.

The set has no 2U shift key! Would it be possible to add it now?

EDIT: im dumb and you should ignore me

[Agilr]

At the moment, it looks like everything will be made apart from possibly Extensions kit, so let's show some love for the smaller boards by picking one up today! I am committed to getting every kit made, and will be able to buy a portion to ensure that happens if we don't reach MOQ by the end of GB.

These two sentences seem to contradict each other. Are you or other vendors going to buy up the rest of the Extension kit if it doesn't hit MOQ? Or are you planning on buying up the rest only if it gets close enough to MOQ that you feel it's worth it?

And if Extensions doesn't hit MOQ, are people that ordered Extensions given the option for a full refund, or just for Extensions?

Thanks, I love the set and really hope all kits get made!

Hey, sorry for not making it clear at the start. Vendors will be buying some extras, and if that isn't enough to reach MOQ, I will personally be buying kits until it gets made. How much so is dependent on the success of our other kits, but I'd be happy to buy at least 10-20 kits to ensure no one gets left behind.

Oh no! I wish I had seen the IC when it launched.

The set has no 2U shift key! Would it be possible to add it now?

GMK bleached uses the same WS2 bright white, and I -think- that’s a 2u split in there. That buy starts tomorrow. Honestly, from someone who buys bars kits for just the 2.25/2.75u, you can probably find someone to just sell you that one...

2u split spacebar is included in Extensions Kit. As for 2u shift, unfortunately there isn't much I can change now once quotes are done. I'll try to get it added, but I can't make any promises. Sorry about that.

[CARC]

At the moment, it looks like everything will be made apart from possibly Extensions kit, so let's show some love for the smaller boards by picking one up today! I am committed to getting every kit made, and will be able to buy a portion to ensure that happens if we don't reach MOQ by the end of GB.

These two sentences seem to contradict each other. Are you or other vendors going to buy up the rest of the Extension kit if it doesn't hit MOQ? Or are you planning on buying up the rest only if it gets close enough to MOQ that you feel it's worth it?

And if Extensions doesn't hit MOQ, are people that ordered Extensions given the option for a full refund, or just for Extensions?

Thanks, I love the set and really hope all kits get made!

Hey, sorry for not making it clear at the start. Vendors will be buying some extras, and if that isn't enough to reach MOQ, I will personally be buying kits until it gets made. How much so is dependent on the success of our other kits, but I'd be happy to buy at least 10-20 kits to ensure no one gets left behind.

Awesome, glad to hear that!

[Hanabi]

Can't wait to put this gorgeous set on a white case.

[Agilr]

Hey everyone! Just a small announcement before we close in on week 2: ALL KITS WILL BE MADE!
Thank you to everyone who have joined so far for making this possible, and we should have week 2 numbers within the coming days.

[Agilr]

The highly anticipated Noel Sirius collaboration will open its raffle in just over 3 hours from now!

This raffle form will only be available for 10 minutes as these are highly sought after, so be sure to fill it in as soon as it opens.

All details can be found through the link below
https://artkeyuniverse.com/shop/detail/noel

Best of luck!

[Agilr]

Hey everyone! Just a quick update on numbers as we close in on week 2!
And if you aren't already aware, all kits will be made for the set, including Extensions!
This wouldn't have been possible without everybody's support so far!


Tentative Week 2 Numbers: (As of April 14, some vendors outdated)
Base: 465
Hiragana: 155
Extension: 49
Novelties: 201
Deskmat Blue: 63
Deskmat Pink: 45

[DuellM]

Awesome News!! This is definitely going to be a 1000 unit Keyset, Congrats 

[dvorcol]

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Hey everyone! Just a quick update on numbers as we close in on week 2!
And if you aren't already aware, all kits will be made for the set, including Extensions!
This wouldn't have been possible without everybody's support so far!


Tentative Week 2 Numbers: (As of April 14, some vendors outdated)
Base: 465
Hiragana: 155
Extension: 49
Novelties: 201
Deskmat Blue: 63
Deskmat Pink: 45

All kits will be made for the set, including Extensions!

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[bobgr8]

At the moment, it looks like everything will be made apart from possibly Extensions kit, so let's show some love for the smaller boards by picking one up today! I am committed to getting every kit made, and will be able to buy a portion to ensure that happens if we don't reach MOQ by the end of GB.

These two sentences seem to contradict each other. Are you or other vendors going to buy up the rest of the Extension kit if it doesn't hit MOQ? Or are you planning on buying up the rest only if it gets close enough to MOQ that you feel it's worth it?

And if Extensions doesn't hit MOQ, are people that ordered Extensions given the option for a full refund, or just for Extensions?

Thanks, I love the set and really hope all kits get made!

Hey, sorry for not making it clear at the start. Vendors will be buying some extras, and if that isn't enough to reach MOQ, I will personally be buying kits until it gets made. How much so is dependent on the success of our other kits, but I'd be happy to buy at least 10-20 kits to ensure no one gets left behind.

Oh no! I wish I had seen the IC when it launched.

The set has no 2U shift key! Would it be possible to add it now?

GMK bleached uses the same WS2 bright white, and I -think- that’s a 2u split in there. That buy starts tomorrow. Honestly, from someone who buys bars kits for just the 2.25/2.75u, you can probably find someone to just sell you that one...

2u split spacebar is included in Extensions Kit. As for 2u shift, unfortunately there isn't much I can change now once quotes are done. I'll try to get it added, but I can't make any promises. Sorry about that.

any update on the 2u shifts?

[Agilr]

At the moment, it looks like everything will be made apart from possibly Extensions kit, so let's show some love for the smaller boards by picking one up today! I am committed to getting every kit made, and will be able to buy a portion to ensure that happens if we don't reach MOQ by the end of GB.

These two sentences seem to contradict each other. Are you or other vendors going to buy up the rest of the Extension kit if it doesn't hit MOQ? Or are you planning on buying up the rest only if it gets close enough to MOQ that you feel it's worth it?

And if Extensions doesn't hit MOQ, are people that ordered Extensions given the option for a full refund, or just for Extensions?

Thanks, I love the set and really hope all kits get made!

Hey, sorry for not making it clear at the start. Vendors will be buying some extras, and if that isn't enough to reach MOQ, I will personally be buying kits until it gets made. How much so is dependent on the success of our other kits, but I'd be happy to buy at least 10-20 kits to ensure no one gets left behind.

Oh no! I wish I had seen the IC when it launched.

The set has no 2U shift key! Would it be possible to add it now?

GMK bleached uses the same WS2 bright white, and I -think- that’s a 2u split in there. That buy starts tomorrow. Honestly, from someone who buys bars kits for just the 2.25/2.75u, you can probably find someone to just sell you that one...

2u split spacebar is included in Extensions Kit. As for 2u shift, unfortunately there isn't much I can change now once quotes are done. I'll try to get it added, but I can't make any promises. Sorry about that.

any update on the 2u shifts?

Hey!

Unfortunately, we won't be able to offer 2u shifts as we have already used up our quotes prior to Group Buy.

Sorry about that!

[Agilr]

Just 9 days to go before Group Buy closes!

Waiting on a couple of vendors to update before posting week 3 numbers, so should be out today/tomorrow.

[Agilr]

Tentative Week 3 Numbers: (As of April 21)
Base: 589
Hiragana: 195
Extension: 67
Novelties: 241
Deskmat Blue: 76
Deskmat Pink: 60

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Big numbers, congrats.

[kurple]

Yay!

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[dvorcol]

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Tentative Week 3 Numbers: (As of April 21)
Base: 589
Hiragana: 195
Extension: 67
Novelties: 241
Deskmat Blue: 76
Deskmat Pink: 60

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[dvorcol]

[Agilr]

Today is the final day for all vendors!
Be sure to Get Noel for No L

Thanks to everyone for making this such a successful Group Buy, which in my mind means that all kits are made so that no one gets left behind, which we surpassed less than halfway through it!




In other news, we'll be collaborating with CYSM caps to bring you some very cute artisans we'd think you'd enjoy!
There will be about 150 caps being raffled off, so you'll have a good chance on getting that No L!

As for the artisan sales time, it will be as of the following:
Boba - 4AM GMT, 1st of May
Booo - 8AM GMT, 1st of May
Keyby - 12PM GMT, 1st of May

All raffle forms will open for 4 hours and payment period will be 12 hours from receiving respective invoices. Links to forms will be provided on the discord server once open. Best of luck to everyone!

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Congrats on a nice run. Hope you get to 1000 base.

[Agilr]

GMK Noel as officially concluded (some vendors are still open for a few hours so grab a set before it's gone)!
Thank you to everyone for making this all possible; it's been such a great successful Group Buy and I couldn't have done it without all your help!

We'll have numbers finalised within the coming days as we sort out final orders and extras, but it makes me proud to say we've reached 1000 Base Kits Sold!

Also, BeasttrollMC was able to unbox the final deskmats available for the set, so if you want to see what it might look like, go check it out!

[DuellM]

Yuru's next right? 

[dvorcol]

[DuellM]

I want Yuru Now!! 

[oldcat]

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Amazing graphics, as always.

[TBone]

Looks amazing, but can't believe I've missed this -- been very busy. I'd love to buy someones place, if available in the US if possible. Please PM me. Thanks!

[Agilr]

Colour Samples are here and they look absolutely amazing! Thanks again to everyone who were able to participate during Group Buy, and we have no doubt you'll enjoy the set as much as we do once it ships.

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[kurple]

Amazing!! They're so pretty!!

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[Agilr]

Small update: Previous shots were about 0.9 stop underexposed, so please view them now if you have the chance!

Album Link

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

dumb question, is that shoko next to them?

[Kookiekurls]

Wait, I think I misunderstood, ignore me!

[Agilr]

dumb question, is that shoko next to them?

No dumb questions here, you're absolutely right!

[kiandelmundo]

Samples look really good

[CaptPap]

Looking forward to my set. This is the first ever GB for me and first keycap set I watched through interest checks. Great job!

[Agilr]

Good news everyone! GMK has informed us that they're set to finish production of GMK Noel by December! However, they've advised us that although they'd like to get it done before Holidays, some delays may occur that may push it back to being delivered to you till February. Fingers crossed that doesn't happen, but it's great to hear we finally have an update for the set!

[stevenT]

there are 4 spacebars in base kit so I assume 2 of them are 6.25u and others are 7u, is that right?

[dvorcol]

there are 4 spacebars in base kit so I assume 2 of them are 6.25u and others are 7u, is that right?

Yes.

[stevenT]

there are 4 spacebars in base kit so I assume 2 of them are 6.25u and others are 7u, is that right?

Yes.

thanks, this is a great set, glad I joined in gb

[Minam]

any timeline updates?

[Agilr]

any timeline updates?

Timeline hasn't changed since the last update

Good news everyone! GMK has informed us that they're set to finish production of GMK Noel by December! However, they've advised us that although they'd like to get it done before Holidays, some delays may occur that may push it back to being delivered to you till February. Fingers crossed that doesn't happen, but it's great to hear we finally have an update for the set!

[yicaoyimu]

I'm guessing February is the new ETA now that December has passed?

[Agilr]

I'm guessing February is the new ETA now that December has passed?

It might be shipping sooner than you think.

[DuellM]

I'm guessing February is the new ETA now that December has passed?

It might be shipping sooner than you think.

Hell Yeah!! Great To Hear!! 

[yhs]

I'm guessing February is the new ETA now that December has passed?

Has shipped from GMK

[Agilr]

Noel might not of been able to make it by Christmas, but it's a pleasant surprise seeing it before our delayed estimate.
It seems due to DHL restrictions in Germany some vendors have received the set unexpectedly before others.
They should be shipping to most vendors now, with some vendors shipping out possibly as early as next week!

I'd like to thank you all for your patience, and I hope you'll be able to enjoy your set soon.

[Lufenia]

Noel might not of been able to make it by Christmas, but it's a pleasant surprise seeing it before our delayed estimate.
It seems due to DHL restrictions in Germany some vendors have received the set unexpectedly before others.
They should be shipping to most vendors now, with some vendors shipping out possibly as early as next week!

I'd like to thank you all for your patience, and I hope you'll be able to enjoy your set soon.

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Phenomenal color match.  See you in Pātisserie.

[DuellM]

Yeah need another Agilr keyset ASAP 


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[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Agilr, is that SA ice caps in the background? that WS2 is cool

[Agilr]

Agilr, is that SA ice caps in the background? that WS2 is cool

I'm unsure, you'd have to ask Upas about that haha

[Agilr]

Better photos courtesy of Upas

[kamiQAQ]

does anyone have the texture different issues in QWER row as same as mine ? I got mine and have this issue just like GMK metaverse R2

[Aritega]

does anyone have the texture different issues in QWER row as same as mine ? I got mine and have this issue just like GMK metaverse R2

A few people in the discord has it as well. I'll see when mine gets shipped eventually.

I got mine today and well, it's all over the R3 profile and a few on R2 keys (specifically I to pipe key row). They do have some shine, which doesn't bother me but it's still something GMK should fix (especially my 7U spacebar warping a little bit).

[Agilr]

does anyone have the texture different issues in QWER row as same as mine ? I got mine and have this issue just like GMK metaverse R2

I haven't received my sets, but from the looks of things, it seems to be a common issue. Cannonkeys is currently investigation how prevelant the problem is, and will be working to hopefully resolve this.

Sorry that this is happening, but it seems to be a common occurence with recent sets, so hopefully we can work with GMK to get it sorted.

[Agilr]

Received Noel and I honestly can't believe how well it turned out even with all the amazing images around; it really does not do this set justice!
A huge shout-out to Upas and all the vendors for making this set possible, and I hope you'll be able to enjoy your set!

[Lufenia]

Can we expect the issue to be handled like metaverse?

[stevenT]

Can we expect the issue to be handled like metaverse?

I hope it will be handled like Oblivion where everyone surely get fixed kit. I got tracking of GMK Metaverse 2 around Dec 14,2020 and by the time it arrived at my doorstep which was Jan 14, 2021, the time to submit form was expired.

[TMGCJUNKIE]

love this keycaps so badly.. seems like the GB is over.
Was there any extra you guys know being sold? thank you!

[Dristeen]

R2? Please?

[Agilr]

R2? Please?

Sorry pal

[Dristeen]

PAIN.

Please say sike... T-T

I wish i got into this hobby sooner, probably my favourite set out there.
Good job on it though, they look soooo niice ~

[Twigler]

No round 2? 

[DaaDaa]

so R2 next week?

[DaaDaa]

Lol that was last year!