Hey everyone,

Let me see if I can source a print, and if successful, I’ll get it scanned. I can’t promise anything right away, but I’m willing to do some digging, and eventually, something will turn up.

Maybe it’s a good moment for all of us to pause, take a breath, and reconsider how these fundraisers and donation systems operate. I understand some of you might not like me—that’s completely fine. But perhaps it’s time we put differences aside and start collaborating more effectively to get scans released quicker and more consistently.

To achieve that, we need a structured system. It should serve donors by providing exclusivity for a set period, after which the scans should become available to everyone. For reference, our group maintains a three-month exclusivity window, then opens it up publicly.

A personal suggestion: if you’re planning fundraisers, it’s best to have your own scanner and the print already in hand. Consistency and steady flow are key. I’m not trying to exploit the situation; I genuinely want to help steer things in a productive direction. There are plenty of good, affordable homebrew setups capable of handling 4-5 prints. You can even develop your own system tailored to your community’s needs. Trust me, if I can manage it, a group of dedicated Star Wars enthusiasts certainly can.

Ultimately, regardless of personal disagreements, the goal should always be to increase the availability of scans. Everyone benefits when that happens. Let’s move past the finger-pointing—it’s gotten silly and unproductive. Time to refocus and move forward together… How about it ?