# Oshi Help Center

Your guide to the GATE 2 campaign, ranks, rewards, and everything on Oshi.

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🇯🇵 **日本語版はこちら** 日本語のヘルプセンターをご利用いただけます。一部ページは現在翻訳作業中です。ご不便をおかけし申し訳ございません。 [日本語版ヘルプセンター](https://docs.oshi.co/oshi-help-center-jp/)

A Japanese version of the Help Center is available. Some pages are still being translated. We apologize for the inconvenience. [Visit the Japanese Help Center](https://docs.oshi.co/oshi-help-center-jp)
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GATE 2: Tides of Conflict campaign is active! The anime is already in production. Your participation unlocks exclusive rewards, production access, and opportunities to join the anime. 

→ [Learn about the campaign](https://docs.oshi.co/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-overview) 
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## Start Here

New to Oshi? These pages explain what we do, why we built this, and how to get involved.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>About Oshi</strong></td><td>What Oshi is and how we connect fans directly to anime production. </td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FzkSBymsEVYNQCtoznly2%2FAbout.png?alt=media&amp;token=41084c3d-4508-4bec-be10-beac747b64a7">About.png</a></td><td><a href="/start-here/about-oshi">About Oshi</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Getting Started</strong></td><td>Create your account, explore campaigns, and choose your rank.  </td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FJ2MLsa84tuWj5OP0F9HU%2FGETTING%20STARTED.png?alt=media&amp;token=1b3d96f6-fef5-4b51-891b-7e7e35777342">GETTING STARTED.png</a></td><td><a href="/start-here/getting-started">Getting Started</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Creator Reward Pool</strong></td><td>How your participation compensates the animators, directors, and staff behind GATE 2. </td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2F9pQTiPJSGMytSUbzT0ZA%2FCRP.png?alt=media&amp;token=d8fddfe1-6612-4f0c-9897-dd6ba8418141">CRP.png</a></td><td><a href="/start-here/creator-reward-pool">Creator Reward Pool</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>How Anime Gets Made</strong></td><td>The production committee model and why it matters</td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FC0DDZnT7YR0dFqE2VPN7%2Fhow%20anime.png?alt=media&amp;token=0d493758-4e3f-4912-8a6a-532ce4fcc990">how anime.png</a></td><td><a href="/start-here/how-anime-gets-made">How Anime Gets Made</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Glossary</strong></td><td>Key terms used across Oshi and the GATE 2 campaign </td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FOWkE6fkm8c3Vl8jzbt9L%2Fglossary.png?alt=media&amp;token=af28e418-eb83-4d16-8abe-c4b0d2eb032c">glossary.png</a></td><td><a href="/start-here/glossary">Glossary</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Official Links</strong></td><td>Verified websites, social accounts, and contact info</td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FXA2RyqiqldOAI8EDc3XE%2Fofficial%20links.png?alt=media&amp;token=c4b43ef7-687e-49c8-a937-2cf69a01ce9a">official links.png</a></td><td><a href="/start-here/official-links">Official Links</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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## GATE 2 CAMPAIGN

Everything about the GATE 2: Tides of Conflict campaign, from ranks and rewards to the timeline.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Understanding Ranks</strong></td><td>The seven naval ranks from Seaman ($5) to Admiral ($10,000)</td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FwfWpVl0ItJXIB3Yf9Eb5%2FGATE2-SECTION4-%2311.png?alt=media&amp;token=92428218-5029-4e1a-98f9-8c6fd74e583b">GATE2-SECTION4-#11.png</a></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks">Understanding Ranks</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Reward Details by Tier</strong></td><td>Full breakdown of what each rank unlocks</td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FK5Ptxuk5dmHRsWKB0ojM%2FGATE2-SECTION2-%235%20_%20ALTERNATIVE.png?alt=media&amp;token=efc1cb32-80a3-4b50-bc36-c48d4e310342">GATE2-SECTION2-#5 _ ALTERNATIVE.png</a></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers">Reward Details by Rank Tiers</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Campaign Timeline</strong></td><td>Key dates from launch through production and beyond</td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FXI6TWeuCMjDfX88nwVaF%2FGATE2-SECTION6-%2323.png?alt=media&amp;token=2ab79810-e9a5-4c57-9940-0c952e1daa2a">GATE2-SECTION6-#23.png</a></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline">Campaign Timeline</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Oshi Membership Rewards</strong></td><td>How active participation earns additional rewards</td><td><a href="/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards">Oshi Membership Rewards</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Leaderboard</strong></td><td>Real-time Valor and Merit rankings and campaign milestones</td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/leaderboard">Leaderboard</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Where Do Your Contributions Go?</strong></td><td>How campaign funds support production, creators, and rewards</td><td><a href="/start-here/where-do-your-contributions-go">Where Do Your Contributions Go?</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Legacy Contributors</strong></td><td>Information for pre-launch supporters</td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/legacy-contributors">Legacy Contributors</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Rewards

Digital, physical, and experiential rewards by category.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Physical Collectibles</strong></td><td>Merchandise packs and tangible collectibles</td><td></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/physical-rewards">Physical Rewards</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Digital Collectibles</strong></td><td>Production art, rank emblems, and digital content</td><td></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/digital-collectibles">Digital Collectibles</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Experiential Rewards</strong></td><td>Credits, cameos, and behind-the-scenes access</td><td></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/experiential-rewards">Experiential Rewards</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Points & Quests

How to earn, climb the leaderboard, and unlock more.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Valor &#x26; Merit Points</strong></td><td>How the two point systems work together</td><td></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points">Valor &amp; Merit Points</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Merit Quests</strong></td><td>Earn Merit through community engagement and quests</td><td></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/merit-quests">Merit Quests</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Officer Quests</strong></td><td>Exclusive quests for Lieutenant rank and above</td><td></td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/officer-quests">Officer Quests</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Help & Support

Account help, payment questions, and how to reach us.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Managing Your Account</strong></td><td>Profile settings, wallet, and account</td><td><a href="/help-and-support/managing-your-account">Managing Your Account</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Payments &#x26; Transactions</strong></td><td>Payment methods, regional availability, and transaction details</td><td><a href="/help-and-support/payments-and-transactions">Payments and Transactions</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Refund Policy</strong></td><td>How refunds work and what to expect</td><td><a href="/help-and-support/refund-policy">Refund Policy</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Support Channels</strong></td><td>Email, Discord, and other ways to get help</td><td><a href="/help-and-support/support-channels">Support Channels</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Reporting Issues or Bugs</strong></td><td>How to report technical issues</td><td><a href="/help-and-support/reporting-issues-or-bugs">Reporting Issues or Bugs</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Staying Safe</strong></td><td>Protecting your account and avoiding scams</td><td><a href="/help-and-support/staying-safe">Staying Safe</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Anime on Oshi

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>GATE 2: Tides of Conflict</strong></td><td>Campaign live Feb 27, 2026. Produced by Studio M2, GENCO, Kasagi Labo, and Oshi.</td><td><a href="/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-overview">GATE 2 Overview</a></td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2F6mcGURqKdNJMmOQulzJw%2FGATE%202%20bannere.png?alt=media&amp;token=c8dbef6b-15d8-4828-ad40-e1ef6c724159">GATE 2 bannere.png</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Living in a World Without Magic</strong></td><td>Coming soon.</td><td><a href="/start-here/mahoseka-coming-soon">MahoSeka: Coming Soon</a></td><td><a href="https://2612956370-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FsHO2CVanSsqKtCJtf53U%2Fuploads%2FKcRiytJhlQQ0cptvMw99%2FMahoseka%20button.png?alt=media&amp;token=c221e1b4-e75c-4e40-8f26-055724d8b86f">Mahoseka button.png</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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Need help? Email <support@oshi.co> · Join [Discord](https://discord.gg/oshi) · Visit [gate2.oshi.co](https://gate2.oshi.co)
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# About Oshi

Learn what Oshi is, how we connect fans directly to anime creators, and what it means to be a production committee member.

Oshi is a platform where anime fans participate directly in productions, accessing exclusive content, earning rewards, and supporting the creators behind the shows you love.

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### How Oshi works

Animation is a craft. Teams pour years into worlds that live for 24 minutes at a time. That work deserves to be seen, not just consumed.

Oshi exists to open that door. For GATE 2, we're not just a sponsor or partner. We hold the master licensing rights, which means we're responsible for streaming, merchandise, marketing, and distribution. We serve on the production committee alongside the animation studio and publisher.

That position gives us direct access to content that rarely reaches fans: storyboards, character designs, key animation frames, director commentary. And it means we can offer things other platforms can't, like your name in the actual anime credits.

When you join, you're not watching from the outside. You get to see how the anime is made, support the creators directly, and become part of the production journey.

Participation ranges from $5 to $10,000. Your rank determines your rewards and access.

| What you get            | How it works                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
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| Production materials    | Storyboards, character designs, key animation frames, director commentary as they're created                                                                                                                                                                        |
| Digital collectibles    | Emblems, production art, and exclusive content viewable in your Oshi profile                                                                                                                                                                                        |
| Physical rewards        | Merch packs, production collectibles, and limited items (rank dependent)                                                                                                                                                                                            |
| Credit recognition      | Your name in the anime credits (Commander rank and above)                                                                                                                                                                                                           |
| Creator support         | A portion of every contribution goes to the [Creator Reward Pool](/start-here/creator-reward-pool), which provides ongoing compensation to individual animators, directors, and production staff based on the anime's streaming and licensing performance over time |
| Oshi Membership rewards | Earn recognition and rewards for your participation through [Oshi Membership Rewards.](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards)                                                                                                                                         |

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Fans already go above and beyond for the anime they love. Now, for the first time, the production team can recognize it.

This isn't a streaming service. You're not just buying merch. You're joining the production journey while the anime is being made.

The name comes from *oshikatsu* (推し活): the Japanese concept of actively supporting what you love. That's what we built Oshi for.

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### Earn rewards for participating

Anime fans already do incredible things for the shows they love: fan art, cosplay, community building, word of mouth that reaches people no ad campaign ever could. Creators notice. In Japan, oshikatsu (推し活) is recognized as one of the most meaningful forms of support a fan can give.

But until now, there's been no official way for the people making the anime to recognize those fans directly. In gaming, that's already changing. Programs like HoYoverse's creator incentives for Genshin Impact and Riot Games' community content initiatives have shown what happens when studios formally recognize the fans who champion their work. Anime has celebrated its fans in its own ways, but never at the scale or structure that gaming has introduced. Inspired by that model, Oshi is bringing that same energy to anime production. As a production committee member, we can connect the creators behind GATE 2 directly with the community that supports them.

Through Oshi Membership Rewards (OMR), the community members who show up, participate, and help GATE 2 reach new audiences are recognized for it. Complete quests, climb the Merit Leaderboard, and help spread the word. Officers (Lieutenant rank and above) unlock exclusive questlines with additional reward opportunities.

For Full Details, see [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards).

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### Who's behind Oshi

Oshi exists because industry veterans believe anime needs new models that connect creators directly with fans.

#### Our Advisors

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**Masao Maruyama**

Founder of MAPPA, Studio M2, and co-founder of Madhouse. Producer of Hunter x Hunter, Death Note, and Perfect Blue.
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**Masao Takiyama**

Former President of Animax and Sony Pictures Entertainment Japan. Pioneer of global anime licensing, starting with Astro Boy.
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**Yasushi Uchida**

Former COO of Gonzo, board member at Twin Engine, strategic advisor to GENCO. Key figure in anime's global expansion during the 2000s.
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#### GATE 2 Production Partners

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**Oshi**

Master licensing rights holder and production committee member
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**Kasagi Labo**

Production committee member
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**Studio M2**

Animation producer. Founded by Masao Maruyama (co-founder of Madhouse, founder of MAPPA). Earned critical acclaim for *Pluto*, nominated for Best Drama at the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards.
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**GENCO**

Associate producer. Known for *Millennium Actress*, *Sword Art Online*, and the original *GATE: Thus the JSDF Fought There*.
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### In the press

* [Anime News Network: GATE Anime Gets Sequel](https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2025-07-03/gate-anime-gets-sequel-based-on-season-2-novels/.226211)
* [Anime News Network: GATE 2 Reveals Teaser Visual](https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2025-09-18/gate-2-tides-of-conflict-anime-reveals-teaser-visual-logo/.228881)
* [AnimeTV-JP: GATE 2 Officially Announced](https://animetv-jp.net/news/gate-2-tides-of-conflict-anime-officially-announced/)

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### Join the community

3,700+ contributors participated during our soft launch. The GATE 2 campaign opens February 27, 2026.

For full details on how to get started, see [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started).

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**Related articles**

* [Beginner's Guide](/start-here/about-oshi): Step-by-step walkthrough for new users
* [How Anime Gets Made](/start-here/how-anime-gets-made): Why Oshi's position unlocks unique access
* [GATE 2 Overview](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-overview): Current campaign details

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**Still need help?** Join our [Discord](https://discord.gg/oshi) or email <support@oshi.co>
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# Getting Started

Create your account, explore campaigns, choose a rank, and join the GATE 2 production journey.

Everything you need to go from creating your account to joining the GATE 2 campaign.

> **Participation ranges from $5 to $10,000.** Seven ranks from Seaman to Admiral, each unlocking more rewards and production access. You can start small and rank up anytime during the campaign.

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### 1. Create your account

Head to [gate2.oshi.co/login](http://gate2.oshi.co/login) to get started and click **Create Account**.

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Choose how you want to sign in:

* Email
* Google
* Discord
* LINE
* X (Twitter)
* Telegram
* Wallet

> 📝 **Note:** Your account is secured by [Privy](https://www.privy.io/), a trusted authentication provider. By signing up, you agree to our [Terms of Service](https://www.oshi.co/legal/terms-of-service).

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### 2. Set up your profile

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**Choose your avatar:** Select from presets or upload your own image or GIF.

**Pick a username:** 15 characters max. This appears on leaderboards and the community board.

**Link additional social accounts (optional):** Connect other social accounts to your profile. You can use any linked account to log in.

**Enter a referral code (optional):** If someone referred you, enter their code here.

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### 3. Explore the platform

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Once your profile is set up:

* **Profile & Collectibles:** View your rank, rewards, and digital collectibles
* **Leaderboard:** See where you stand among other supporters
* **Community Board:** Read messages from other fans to the GATE 2 creators

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### 4. Before you participate

> 📘 **This is a membership, not a funding campaign.** GATE 2 is already in production. Your participation unlocks access and rewards, and community contribution milestones unlock higher Creator Reward Pool allocations for the creators behind the anime.

**What you get depends on your rank.** Every supporter receives a core set of rewards, including rank emblems, character concept art, a creator thank-you message, and eligibility for Oshi Membership Rewards. Higher ranks unlock additional rewards and deeper production access:

* **Petty Officer and above:** Your name on the Commendation Board, plus production updates as the anime progresses.
* **Chief Petty Officer and above:** Monthly digital production collectibles (settei, key drawings, backgrounds), a campaign-exclusive Collector's Merch Pack, and in-depth production insights from the studio floor.
* **Lieutenant and above:** Signed digital collectibles, a premium Elite Merch Pack, and access to Officer Quests through Oshi Membership Rewards.
* **Commander and above:** Your name in the anime's end credits, plus a printed Director's Sketchbook.
* **Captain:** Choose which episode features your name in credits, plus a one-of-a-kind hand-drawn production sketch.
* **Admiral:** Your name in the opening credits of every episode and an autographed production sketch.

> 🎬 **Background character cameos** are now available to Petty Officer and above through the [GATE 2 Cameo Raffle](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-cameo-raffle).

→ [See the full breakdown by tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers)

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### 5. Choose your rank

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Click **"Join the Ranks"** to see all seven rank tiers, from Seaman ($5) to Admiral ($10,000). Browse what each rank includes and choose your level.

For full details on the ranks, see [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks).

For full details on the rewards of each rank, see [Rewards by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers).

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### 6. Complete your contribution

**Make your contribution:** Choose your rank and complete payment.

**Payment options:**

* Credit card via Stripe
* USDC (on Solana or Ethereum) via OshiPay
* ARB via Depay

**After payment:**

* Watch the rank-up animation
* Leave a message for creators on the Community Board (optional, can be added later)
* Share your Oshi ID card on social media to earn Merit points

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For full details, see [Payments and Transaction](/help-and-support/payments-and-transactions).

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### What's next?

Now that you're set up:

* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): Deep dive into the seven ranks
* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers): What each rank unlocks
* [Campaign Timeline](/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline): Key dates and deadlines

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# How Anime Gets Made

Discover how production committees fund anime, why creators rarely connect with fans, and how Oshi changes that.

Understand how anime gets funded and produced, and why Oshi can offer access that doesn't exist anywhere else.

***

### The Production Committee Model

Most anime isn't made by a single company. Instead, a group of companies pool resources to fund production together. This group is called a **production committee**.

A typical production committee might include:

* The **publisher** (who owns the original story)
* An **animation studio** (who actually makes the anime)
* A **music label** (who handles the soundtrack)
* A **broadcaster** (who airs it on TV)
* **Merchandise and licensing partners**

Each member contributes funding and shares both the risk and the rewards. In exchange, they get decision-making authority and access to production materials.

This is how most anime you've watched got made, from Attack on Titan to Demon Slayer to GATE.

***

### What "owning a story" means

When people in the anime industry talk about an "IP" (intellectual property), they mean the story, characters, and world that make up an anime. It's everything that defines what a series is and what it can become.

GATE started as light novels published by Alphapolis. The IP includes those novels, the characters like Tokushima and Primera, the Special Region world, and the rights to adapt it into anime, games, and merchandise. When an IP is successful, light novels and manga become anime, reaching entirely new audiences.

> **Key point:** The production committee controls what happens with the IP, including what content gets shared with fans. Oshi holds a seat on the GATE 2 production committee, which is what makes this level of fan access possible.

***

### Where Oshi fits

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Production committees decide what fans see and when. Traditionally, that means fans wait until release, watch the finished product, and never see the work that went into making it.

Oshi exists to change that.

For GATE 2, Oshi is part of the production committee and holds the master licensing rights, covering streaming, merchandise, marketing, and distribution. That position gives Oshi direct access to production content that typically never leaves the studio: storyboards, character designs, key animation frames, and commentary from the people actually making the anime.

We built a platform where creators can share their journey directly with the fans who care most. Studio M2 (founded by Masao Maruyama) and GENCO are involved with the animation production of GATE 2. For future projects, creators and studios may use Oshi to open their doors to fans themselves. The structure varies. What doesn't change is the result: fans finally have a place to support the work they love while it's being made.

***

### Why this matters to you

**Traditional anime experience:** Anime gets announced → You wait months or years → You watch it like everyone else.

**With Oshi:** You join during production → You access exclusive content as it's created → You're part of the journey before the first episode airs.

You're not just a viewer waiting for release. You see how the anime gets made, support the creators directly through the Creator Reward Pool (Oshi's system ensuring animators, directors, and production staff receive ongoing compensation), and become part of the production story.

That's what oshikatsu looks like when creators and fans are actually connected.

***

**Related articles**

* [About Oshi](/start-here/about-oshi): What Oshi is and why it exists
* [GATE 2 Overview](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-overview): Current campaign details
* [Glossary](/start-here/glossary): Key terms explained

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# Where Do Your Contributions Go?

How your support is allocated on Oshi. From rewards and production access to the Creator Reward Pool and growing GATE 2's audience and community.

When you participate in a campaign on Oshi, your contribution supports four things: your rewards, the creators making the anime, growing the audience and community around it, and the platform that connects it all.

***

## Your Rewards & Access

Most of your contribution goes toward designing, producing, and delivering the rewards you've unlocked. That includes digital production collectibles tied to the anime's creation, physical merchandise designed for the campaign, and exclusive content shared from pre-production through premiere.

As an example, a Chief Petty Officer might receive a digital background painting from an episode alongside a production note from the art director explaining why that location was designed the way it was. Every rank comes with its own set of rewards, delivered throughout the production.

For full details on rewards and access, see [Rewards by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers).

***

## Creator Reward Pool

Directors, animators, character designers, and production staff put years of work into every project. Traditional production models share royalties with some key roles like original authors and scriptwriters, but most of the people who bring an anime to life (animators, episode directors, character designers) are paid once and move on.

Our goal is for the Creator Reward Pool to extend ongoing compensation to more of the individuals who actually make the anime.

### Who receives Creator Reward Pool distributions

Individual creators who work on GATE 2 in eligible roles can receive distributions directly once they are verified through Oshi. Roles we're planning to include:

* Director
* Assistant Director
* Episode Directors
* Animation Directors
* Key Animators
* Lead Script Writer
* Character Designer
* Line Producers

This isn't a donation to a company. These distributions go to the individuals behind the work.

### How it works

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Oshi allocates a portion of campaign contributions to the Creator Reward Pool. Every eligible creator receives a minimum bonus from the campaign. Beyond that, distributions are tied to streaming and licensing milestones for up to five years after the anime premieres.

As the anime's success grows, creators receive more. Your participation supports the artists making GATE 2, not just your own rewards.

> This is the first program of its kind in anime.

For full details, see [Creator Reward Pool](/start-here/creator-reward-pool).

***

## Growing the Anime & Its Community

Making a great anime is one thing. Getting it in front of people is another. Both matter.

A portion of your contribution goes toward growing GATE 2's audience and strengthening the fan community through marketing campaigns, community events and activations, and promotional partnerships that bring in audiences who wouldn't find the anime on their own. It also supports ongoing platform development: new features, better tools for participation, and the infrastructure that keeps fans and creators connected throughout the campaign.

This matters because a larger, more engaged community leads to stronger streaming and wider licensing reach, which feeds directly back into the Creator Reward Pool. The fans who share the anime, participate in events, and bring in new supporters are expanding what GATE 2 can become.

***

**Related articles**

* [Creator Reward Pool](/start-here/creator-reward-pool): How individual creators receive ongoing compensation
* [About Oshi](/start-here/about-oshi): What Oshi is and why it exists
* [Oshi Membership Rewards:](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards) How active members earn additional rewards
* [Refund Policy](/help-and-support/refund-policy): Contribution and refund details

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# Creator Reward Pool

How Oshi's Creator Reward Pool directly compensates individual animators, directors, and production staff, and why the anime industry needs it.

The Creator Reward Pool is Oshi's system for ensuring the individual creators behind an anime, including directors, animators, designers, and writers, receive ongoing compensation and recognition beyond their standard production fees.

This is the first program of its kind in anime.

***

## Why this exists

Anime is a global industry worth billions. But the people who actually make it, the animators drawing thousands of frames, the directors shaping every scene, the designers creating characters that millions of fans love, often don't share in that success.

Here's how it typically works: a production committee funds an anime. The animation studio receives a production fee to make it. Within that budget, individual creators are paid for their work, usually on a per-cut or per-episode basis. When the anime airs and becomes a hit, the production committee members benefit from streaming deals, merchandise licensing, and distribution revenue. The studio may receive additional fees. But the individual animator who drew the key scene everyone screenshots? The episode director who made that one episode everyone talks about? They were paid months ago and moved on to the next project.

That's the standard model. It's how most anime you've watched was made.

It also means the industry is fragile. Studios operate on thin margins. When a studio struggles or closes, the creators who built its legacy are the first to feel it. The craft survives because talented people keep choosing to do this work despite the economics.

Oshi exists to help close that gap.

***

## What the Creator Reward Pool does

For GATE 2, Oshi has established a Creator Reward Pool funded by a portion of campaign contributions. It works on two levels:

**A minimum bonus for every eligible creator.** Regardless of how the anime performs, every verified creator in an eligible role receives direct compensation from the campaign. This is guaranteed from the moment fans participate.

**Ongoing distributions tied to the anime's success.** Beyond the minimum, creators receive additional distributions based on streaming and licensing milestones for up to five years after the anime's premiere. The better the anime does, the more creators receive.

This means the people who made the anime share in its long-term success, not just the companies that funded it.

***

## Who receives distributions

Individual creators who work on GATE 2 in eligible roles can receive distributions directly once they are verified through Oshi. This isn't a payment to a studio or production company. Each creator is individually verified before receiving any distributions.

### Roles we plan on including for GATE 2

* Director
* Assistant Director
* Episode Directors
* Animation Directors
* Key Animators
* Lead Script Writer
* Character Designer
* Line Producers

> These are key roles in animation whose craft defines what an anime looks and feels like. The Creator Reward Pool is designed to ensure their work is recognized not just during production, but for years after.

***

## How fans make this possible

The Creator Reward Pool is funded by a portion of campaign contributions. That means every fan who participates is directly supporting the creators behind the anime.

This isn't charity. It's a structural choice: Oshi believes the people who make anime should share in its success, and fans are the ones who make that possible.

The more the community grows, the larger the Creator Reward Pool becomes. More participants means more recognition for creators. Not just for GATE 2, but as proof that this model works for the entire industry.

***

## What makes this different

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**Traditional anime production:** Creators are paid during production. When the anime becomes a hit, revenue flows to production committee members. Individual creators rarely participate in the upside.

**With the Creator Reward Pool:** Creators are paid during production AND receive ongoing distributions tied to the anime's performance. For up to five years. Directly to them, not their studio.

No other anime platform, streaming service, or production model does this. The Creator Reward Pool is the first system that connects fan participation to individual creator compensation in anime.

***

## Why this matters beyond GATE 2

GATE 2 is the first anime to use the Creator Reward Pool. But the goal is bigger than one project.

If this model proves that fans will show up to directly support the people who make anime, not just consume the finished product, it changes the conversation for every future production. Studios can point to it. Creators can ask for it. Fans can expect it.

Oshi is building this as infrastructure, not a one-time gesture. Every future campaign on the platform can include a Creator Reward Pool, creating a new standard where the people who pour their craft into anime are recognized for years, not forgotten after delivery.

The anime industry has always run on passion. The Creator Reward Pool is designed to make sure that passion is rewarded.

***

## How the Creator Reward Pool grows

The Creator Reward Pool starts at 2.5% of campaign contributions and increases as the community reaches contribution milestones. The progression is linear, unlocking in six steps up to a maximum of 5%.

| Milestone  | Total Contributions | Creator Fund Unlocked (out of 5%) |
| ---------- | ------------------- | --------------------------------- |
| 1st Goal   | $250,000            | 2.5%                              |
| 2nd Goal   | $300,000            | 3%                                |
| 3rd Goal   | $350,000            | 3.5%                              |
| 4th Goal   | $400,000            | 4%                                |
| 5th Goal   | $450,000            | 4.5%                              |
| Final Goal | $500,000            | 5%                                |

You can track progress toward these milestones in real time on the campaign Leaderboard page. Every contribution moves the community closer to the next unlock.

***

## Transparency

Creator Reward Pool distributions will be tracked on the Oshi platform. Fans will be able to see how the pool grows as the community expands and as the anime reaches audiences worldwide.

We believe fans who support creators deserve to see that their participation made a difference.

***

**Related articles**

* [Where Do Your Contributions Go?](/start-here/where-do-your-contributions-go): How Oshi allocates resources
* [Leaderboard](/gate-2-campaign/leaderboard): Track live campaign milestones and Creator Fund progress
* [About Oshi](/start-here/about-oshi): What Oshi is and why it exists
* [How Anime Gets Made](/start-here/how-anime-gets-made): Why Oshi's position unlocks unique access

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# Oshi Membership Rewards

Anime fans have always gone above and beyond for the shows they love. Fan art, cosplay, community threads, recommendations that bring in new viewers. Creators see this, and in Japan, oshikatsu (推し活) is recognized as one of the most meaningful forms of support. But there's never been an official way for the production side to say thank you.

As a production committee member, Oshi can change that. Oshi Membership Rewards (OMR) is how we recognize the community members who show up, participate, and help GATE 2 reach new fans.

Everyone earns Merit. Officers ranks (Lieutenant+) earn more. Victory Drops surprise everyone.

3,700+ contributors joined during our soft launch. Here's how the rewards work.

***

### How it works

Oshi rewards members for their community participation through programs to recognize and thank members for their community participation.

You earn recognition by participating: completing quests, engaging with the community, and helping spread the word about GATE 2.

This isn't just about how much you contribute financially. It's about how actively you show your support, your 推し活 (oshikatsu), the act of championing what you love.

***

### How you earn

| Program                       | Who                                | What You Do                                                    | What You Can Earn                                      |
| ----------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------ |
| Merit Leaderboard             | All members                        | Complete quests, create fan content, engage with the community | Quarterly rewards: vouchers, collectibles, experiences |
| Officer Rewards (Lieutenant+) | Lieutenant ranks and above ($250+) | Complete Officer Quests                                        | Additional appreciation rewards, priority access       |

#### Merit Leaderboard (All Members)

Every supporter can earn Merit Points by completing quests and engaging with the community. As production progresses, quests will span multiple effort levels, from quick activities like poll voting and content sharing to high-effort contributions like fan art, cosplay, AMVs, and community event organizing. The more you put in, the more Merit you earn.

Your position on the Merit Leaderboard reflects your participation. Top performers each quarter become eligible for rewards including vouchers, collectibles, and experiences.

This path is open to everyone, regardless of contribution tier. Your rank on the leaderboard depends on your activity, not your contribution amount.

→ [Merit Quests](/gate-2-campaign/merit-quests): Full breakdown of available quests and how to earn Merit

#### Officer Service Appreciation Program (Lieutenant+)

Members at Lieutenant rank ($250) or higher become Officers and unlock exclusive questlines tied to their tier.

Officer Quests go deeper than standard quests: providing feedback on production materials, testing new platform features, attending review sessions, and contributing insights that shape the campaign.

Officers who complete their questlines become eligible for additional appreciation rewards. These may include enhanced versions of Victory Drop items, priority access to experiences, or monetary equivalent rewards.

Officers are recognized within the community through distinct badges and may be highlighted in community announcements and events.

**The higher your rank, the more exclusive your questline and rewards.**

For Full Details, see [Officer Quests](/gate-2-campaign/officer-quests).

***

### Victory Drops

When official artwork, trailers, key visuals, or promotional campaigns achieve significant community milestones, Oshi may release surprise reward drops to the membership base.

These milestones are measured by social reach, fan interaction volume, and overall program enthusiasm.

**What Victory Drops can look like:**

* Rare physical collectibles: original production cels, resin statues, metal prop replicas
* Premium digital assets: master-grade animation files, director-signed digital items
* Exclusive experiences: studio tours, team dinners, private screenings in Japan
* Collaboration items: officially licensed merchandise from partnerships with brands and creators

Victory Drops are surprises, not guarantees. But when they happen, Captain and Admiral members receive first priority and the most exclusive items.

*Examples above represent the types of rewards we're planning. Actual Victory Drops may vary as the anime production progresses.*

***

### When rewards are distributed

Oshi rewards are determined by Oshi in its sole discretion but guided by the anime's production timeline. Here's what to expect:

**Now (quests are live once the campaign launches):** Start earning Merit Points. Social follows, referrals, and community quests are available on your campaign dashboard.

**As production progresses:** New quest types appear tied to trailers, key visuals, and production milestones. Officer Quests unlock for Lieutenant+ members.

**Closer to release (2027):** Quest activity ramps up significantly. Quarterly Merit rewards begin. Officer appreciation rewards are distributed.

Merit you earn now counts toward your leaderboard position when quarterly rewards begin. Early participants build an advantage that compounds over time.

***

### Key points and getting started

**Funded entirely by Oshi.** Rewards come from Oshi. GATE 2 production is fully funded and will be completed regardless of campaign participation.

**Activity determines rewards.** Your rank on the leaderboard comes from participation, not contribution amount. Show up, complete quests, engage with the community.

**Rewards are discretionary.** OMR is a benefits program, not a contractual promise. All rewards are issued at Oshi's sole discretion.

**Start now.** Begin earning Merit Points by completing quests on your campaign dashboard. If you're at Lieutenant rank or higher, your Officer Questline will become available as production progresses.

***

**Related articles**

* [Merit Quests:](/gate-2-campaign/merit-quests) Available quests and how to earn Merit
* [Officer Quests](/gate-2-campaign/officer-quests): What each Officer tier's questline looks like
* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points): How the two point systems work
* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): Rank progression and benefits
* [Where Do Your Contributions Go?](/start-here/where-do-your-contributions-go): How Oshi allocates resources

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# Glossary

Key terms and definitions used across Oshi and the GATE 2 campaign, from Valor points to production committees.

Key terms you'll see throughout the help center and on the platform.

> Valor Points track your contributions ($1 = 100 Valor) and determine your rank. Merit Points track your engagement, earned through quests and community participation. They serve different purposes and don't convert into each other.

***

### Platform Basics

| Term                     | Definition                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      |
| ------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Oshi Account**         | Your universal account that works across all anime campaigns. Create it once, use it everywhere. [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started)                                                                                                                                 |
| **Anime Project (IP)**   | An anime series or franchise on Oshi. "IP" stands for Intellectual Property. Example: GATE 2: Tides of Conflict.                                                                                                                                                                |
| **Production Committee** | The group of companies that fund and oversee an anime's creation. For GATE 2, Oshi is part of the production committee and holds master licensing rights, giving direct access to content typically unavailable to fans. [How Anime Gets Made](/start-here/how-anime-gets-made) |

***

### Participation & Progress

| Term             | Definition                                                                                                                                                                   |
| ---------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Valor Rank**   | Your level in a campaign. Higher ranks unlock more exclusive rewards. Ranks are permanent after a campaign ends. [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks) |
| **GATE 2 Ranks** | Seaman → Petty Officer → Chief Petty Officer → Lieutenant → Commander → Captain → Admiral                                                                                    |
| **Stars**        | Progress markers within each rank. Every rank has 4 stars to fill before reaching the next rank.                                                                             |
| **Valor Points** | Points tracking your contributions. $1 USD = 100 Valor Points. A $50 contribution = 5,000 Valor. [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points)             |
| **Leaderboard**  | Public ranking of supporters based on Valor Points. Locks permanently when the campaign ends.                                                                                |

***

### Community & Engagement

| Term                   | Definition                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     |
| ---------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Merit Points**       | Points earned through quests and community activities. Your position on the Merit Leaderboard reflects your participation and may make you eligible for discretionary rewards. [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points) |
| **Referral Code**      | Your unique code to invite friends. Both you and your friend earn Merit Points when they contribute. Available after contributing $5+.                                                                                                         |
| **Legacy Contributor** | Supporters who participated during the Oshi x GATE 2 limited-time soft launch before Aug 15, 2025. Benefits include 48-hour early access and a permanent Legacy badge. [Legacy Contributors](/gate-2-campaign/legacy-contributors)             |

***

### Rewards & Recognition

| Term                              | Definition                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
| --------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Collector Profile**             | Your personal dashboard showing ranks, rewards, and progress across all campaigns. Click your profile icon to access.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         |
| **Creator Reward Pool (CRP)**     | Oshi's system ensuring animators, directors, and production staff receive ongoing compensation for their work. [Where Do Your Contributions Go?](/start-here/where-do-your-contributions-go)                                                                                                                                                                                                  |
| **Oshi Membership Rewards (OMR)** | Oshi's program for thanking active community members. Includes two paths: the Merit Leaderboard (open to all members, earn through quests and community participation) and Officer Service Appreciation (Lieutenant and above, exclusive questlines and additional rewards). All OMR rewards are issued at Oshi's discretion. [Oshi Membership Rewards.](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards) |

***

**Related articles**

* [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started): Step-by-step walkthrough for new users
* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): Deep dive into the ranking system
* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points): How the two point systems work

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# Official Links

Official Oshi and GATE 2 websites, social media accounts, and contact information. Verify links before engaging.

## Official Links

All official Oshi websites, social channels, and support contacts in one place.

> ⚠️ **Only trust links from these official domains.** See Staying Safe for how to protect yourself from scams.

***

### Oshi (Platform)

| Website   | [oshi.co](http://oshi.co)                            |
| --------- | ---------------------------------------------------- |
| X/Twitter | [@oshikatsu\_co](https://x.com/oshikatsu_co)         |
| Instagram | [@oshikatsu\_co](https://instagram.com/oshikatsu_co) |
| YouTube   | [@oshi\_co](https://youtube.com/@oshi_co)            |
| Discord   | [discord.gg/oshi](http://discord.gg/oshi)            |
| Support   | <support@oshi.co>                                    |
| Business  | <business@oshi.co>                                   |

***

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### GATE 2: Tides of Conflict

| Website        | [gate2.oshi.co](http://gate2.oshi.co)           |
| -------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| X/Twitter (EN) | [@gate\_animeEN](https://x.com/gate_animeEN)    |
| X/Twitter (JP) | [@gate\_anime](https://x.com/gate_anime)        |
| Instagram      | [@gate2anime](https://instagram.com/gate2anime) |
| YouTube        | [@GATE2Anime](https://youtube.com/@GATE2Anime)  |
| Support        | <support@gate2.co>                              |

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### Living in a World Without Magic

| Website        | [mahoseka.com](http://mahoseka.com)         |
| -------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
| X/Twitter (EN) | [@mahoseka\_en](https://x.com/mahoseka_en)  |
| X/Twitter (JP) | [@mahoseka\_jp](https://x.com/mahoseka_jp)  |
| Instagram      | [@mahoseka](https://instagram.com/mahoseka) |
| Contact        | <contact@mahoseka.com>                      |

***

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# MahoSeka: Coming Soon

Oshi's next project—a feature film grown from a viral YouTube short.

### The Story

Oshi's next project started as a short anime by a solo creator, and it's only getting bigger.

In the town of Urgalz, witches live quietly among ordinary people. But high above the rooftops, on an island that floats in silence, one witch lives far from the world below.

One rainy night, she finds a lost boy named Haru and brings him home. She sets a hot meal in front of him. She doesn't ask where he came from.

Days turn to weeks. The quiet between them softens.

But Sara harbors a secret she was never meant to share. One that will pull them both into a past the world would rather forget.

[Watch the original short on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RxE_7uSDVg)

***

### About the Creator

*Living in a World without Magic* (MahoSeka) was created by Akiwashi as her university graduation project. She built nearly everything herself: the scenario, the animation, the visuals. What started as a student film went on to reach over 6 million viewers worldwide.

The project earned an award at the Akihabara International Film Festival and was adapted into a light novel published by Kadokawa, written by Mamoru Iwasa and praised by voice actress Ayane Sakura and Gom of HoneyWorks.

Akiwashi is an illustrator, animator, and storyteller who leads the creative team Euluca Lab. Her work blends melancholy, warmth, and imagination into dreamlike worlds. Euluca Lab's YouTube channel has surpassed 190,000 subscribers, and Akiwashi's following continues to grow.

***

### Why it's on Oshi

MahoSeka started with one artist and an audience that showed up because they believed in her work. Creator-driven, community-grown. That's the kind of story Oshi exists to support.

There's more to come. We'll share details when the time is right.

***

### Right now: GATE 2 is live

Oshi's first campaign is live right now. If you're curious what it looks like when fans show up for anime they believe in, GATE 2: Tides of Conflict is where it's happening.

Full details are on [GATE 2 Campaign](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-overview).

***

### Follow MahoSeka

* Join our [Discord](https://discord.gg/oshi)
* Follow [@mahoseka\_en](https://x.com/mahoseka_en) and [@mahoseka\_jp](https://x.com/mahoseka_jp) on X
* Visit [mahoseka.com](http://mahoseka.com)

***

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# GATE 2 Overview

Everything you need to know about the GATE 2: Tides of Conflict campaign on Oshi. The anime is already in production. Your participation unlocks access and rewards.

The current campaign on Oshi. Experience GATE 2's production journey from the inside.

> **GATE 2 is a membership program.** The anime is already in production. Your participation unlocks access and rewards throughout the journey.

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### The anime

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GATE 2: Tides of Conflict is the next chapter in Takumi Yanai's GATE franchise. The original GATE anime built a dedicated global fanbase, with over 7.7 million light novels sold and an active community across platforms. GATE 2 expands that universe with a new story arc, following the Japan Self-Defense Forces as they undertake new missions across the troubled seas of a parallel world.

The anime is produced by Studio M2 (known for Pluto on Netflix) with GENCO as associate producer. GENCO also produced the original GATE: Thus the JSDF Fought There. Oshi is a member of the production committee alongside Kasagi Labo, serving as the master licensing rights holder.

**Production roadmap:** [gate2.co](http://gate2.co)

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### Why GATE 2

The GATE franchise has one of the most passionate fan communities in military fantasy anime. For years, fans have kept the series alive through fan fiction, original artwork, and creative explorations of the world of GATE. That energy made GATE a natural fit for Oshi's first campaign.

GATE 2 is Oshi's pilot campaign and the first membership-based program on the platform. We chose this project to build the foundation for how fans and creators connect on Oshi, with the goal of extending that model to future anime productions.

Oshi holds master licensing rights for GATE 2. That covers streaming, merchandise, marketing, distribution, and all future licensing across formats and territories. It also means direct access to content that rarely leaves the studio: storyboards, character design sketches, key animation frames, and director commentary.

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### The Fan Experience Campaign

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> ⚓ **Campaign window: Feb 27 – May 27, 2026 (3 months)**

The campaign features seven naval-themed ranks from Seaman ($5) to Admiral ($10,000). Each rank unlocks its own set of rewards, including production art, digital and physical collectibles, and behind-the-scenes content delivered throughout the production period. Officer tiers (Lieutenant through Admiral) are only available during the campaign window and include credits placement, signed collectibles, and experiential rewards.

Every supporter is enrolled in the [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards) (OMR) program, which includes three reward tracks: the Merit Leaderboard (all members), Officer Rewards with exclusive questlines (Lieutenant+), and Victory Drops tied to community milestones. A portion of every contribution also funds the [Creator Reward Pool](/start-here/creator-reward-pool), providing ongoing compensation directly to individual creators.

Production continues regardless of participation. The campaign is about access and connection, not whether the anime gets made.

***

**Related articles**

* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): The seven ranks and what each level unlocks
* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers): Complete breakdown of what each rank includes
* [Digital Collectibles](/gate-2-campaign/digital-collectibles): Production art, key frames, and campaign-exclusive digital items
* [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards): Merit, Officer Rewards, and Victory Drops
* [Officer Quests](/gate-2-campaign/officer-quests): What each Officer tier's questline looks like
* [Where Do Your Contributions Go?](/start-here/where-do-your-contributions-go): How Oshi allocates resources
* [Campaign Timeline](/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline): Key dates, deadlines, and what happens after
* [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started): Step-by-step guide to getting started

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# Campaign Timeline

Key dates for the GATE 2 campaign: launch Feb 27, rank upgrades close May 27, anime release 2027. What happens after explained.

Where we are, where we're going. The GATE 2 campaign is ongoing, and the show is in production for 2027.

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### Key dates

| Date               | Event                                                                                                |
| ------------------ | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Feb 25, 2026**   | Legacy Contributor early access (48 hours)                                                           |
| **Feb 27, 2026**   | Campaign open                                                                                        |
| **July 2–5, 2026** | Anime Expo 2026: GATE 2 Production Walkthrough Gallery (LA Convention Center, West Hall, Oshi Booth) |
| **TBD**            | PV2 / VA reveal                                                                                      |
| **2027 H1**        | GATE 2 broadcast                                                                                     |

*All dates in JST.*

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### What you get when you join

When you join the GATE 2 campaign, you gain access to:

* Production updates and behind-the-scenes content
* [Digital collectibles](/gate-2-campaign/digital-collectibles) as they're released
* [Physical merchandise](/gate-2-campaign/physical-rewards) packs (Chief Petty Officer and above)
* Credit submission opportunities (eligible ranks)
* [Cameo Raffle entry](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-cameo-raffle) (Petty Officer and above)
* Officer Quest Access through [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards)
* Rank progression and reward unlocks

***

### When officer tiers fill

Commander, Captain, and Admiral seats are limited. Once a cap fills, that tier reopens only if a seat is freed (for example, when a member upgrades and a slot becomes available). Lieutenant is available subject to merchandise availability. Seaman, Petty Officer, and Chief Petty Officer remain always open.

> ⚓ Oshi's name comes from *oshikatsu* (推し活), the act of supporting what you love. Dedicated fans can also earn recognition through community engagement, with details closer to the anime release.

***

### Release timing

GATE 2 is scheduled to air in the first half of 2027. The exact premiere date depends on broadcast scheduling and will be announced closer to release.

If any dates shift, we'll communicate updates via email and our official channels. Your rank, rewards, and participation remain valid regardless of timing adjustments.

***

### Prepare now

1. **Explore** — Visit [gate2.co](http://gate2.co) to see ranks and rewards
2. **Create your account and join** — The campaign is live, you can join now
3. **Follow updates** — [@oshikatsu\_co](https://x.com/oshikatsu_co) and [@gate\_animeEN](https://x.com/gate_animeEN)
4. **Join Discord** — [discord.gg/oshi](http://discord.gg/oshi)

***

**Related articles**

* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks):The seven ranks and how progression works
* [Legacy Contributors](/gate-2-campaign/legacy-contributors): Early access for soft launch supporters
* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers): What each rank includes

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# Understanding Ranks

Explore the 7 naval ranks from Seaman ($5) to Admiral ($10K). Learn how Valor points work and what each tier unlocks.

The GATE 2 campaign uses a naval-themed rank system designed by Oshi, inspired by the military themes of the GATE franchise. These ranks are part of the fan participation experience on Oshi's platform, not part of the anime itself.

Your rank reflects your support level. Higher ranks unlock more rewards and deeper access to the production. You can start at any level and increase your participation over time.

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### The seven ranks

| Rank                    | Contribution | Valor Points | Availability         |
| ----------------------- | ------------ | ------------ | -------------------- |
| **Seaman**              | $5           | 500          | Always open          |
| **Petty Officer**       | $20          | 2,000        | Always open          |
| **Chief Petty Officer** | $100         | 10,000       | Always open          |
| **Lieutenant** ⚓        | $250         | 25,000       | Campaign window only |
| **Commander** ⚓         | $1,000       | 100,000      | Campaign window only |
| **Captain** ⚓           | $2,500       | 250,000      | Campaign window only |
| **Admiral** ⚓           | $10,000      | 1,000,000    | Campaign window only |

⚓ = Officer tier (campaign-exclusive)

> ⚓ **Officer tiers (Lieutenant through Admiral) are only available during the campaign window (Feb 27 – May 27, 2026).** After the window closes, new supporters can join up to Chief Petty Officer.

***

### How it works

Every contribution earns Valor Points, and your total Valor Points determine your rank. You don't have to commit to a single tier upfront. You can start at Seaman and increase your support over time, and your rank updates as your Valor Points grow.

Your dashboard tracks your current rank and progress toward the next one, so you always know where you stand.

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For a detailed look at how Valor Points and Merit Points work, see [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points).

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### What ranks unlock

Rewards are cumulative through the lower and mid tiers: reaching Chief Petty Officer means you receive everything from Seaman and Petty Officer as well. At Officer tiers (Commander, Captain, Admiral), certain limited and experiential rewards are exclusive to their specific tier rather than carrying over. Each Officer rank receives its own version of credits placement and production collectibles.

At a high level:

**Seaman through Petty Officer ($5–$20):** Digital content including character reveals, rank emblems, production updates, and your name on the Commendation Board.

**Chief Petty Officer ($100):** Behind-the-scenes production insights, digital production collectibles, and a campaign-exclusive physical merch pack.

**Officer tiers ($250–$10,000):** Credits placement, one-of-a-kind production art, signed collectibles, Officer Quest Access, and experiential rewards. Background character cameos are available to Petty Officer and above through the [GATE 2 Cameo Raffle](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-cameo-raffle).

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For a complete item-by-item breakdown, see [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers).

***

### Beyond ranks: Oshi Membership Rewards

Your rank determines what you unlock, but it's not the full picture. Every supporter is enrolled in [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards) (OMR), which is where the ongoing experience lives.

OMR includes Victory Drops, community milestones, and for Officer tiers, exclusive quest participation. While your rank is set by your contribution level, OMR is what keeps the experience active throughout the campaign and beyond.

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### Campaign window and deadlines

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The campaign window runs from Feb 27 through May 27, 2026. During this period, all seven ranks are available and supporters can access the full reward experience, including physical merchandise, credit and cameo submissions, Officer Quest Access, and the Admiral tier.

Some rewards have specific deadlines tied to production schedules. For all key dates and a full comparison of campaign vs. post-campaign participation, see [Campaign Timeline](/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline).

***

### Do ranks expire?

Never. Your rank is permanently tied to your profile as proof you were part of GATE 2's creation.

After the campaign window closes on May 27, 2026:

**What stays yours:** Your rank, digital collectibles, production access, and all unlocked content remain in your account permanently.

**What closes:** Officer tiers (Lieutenant through Admiral) close for purchase. Campaign-exclusive rewards, including physical merchandise, credit submissions, and cameo submissions, are no longer available. These are tied to production deadlines and cannot be offered later.

**What continues:** Seaman through Chief Petty Officer remain open for new supporters with access to digital rewards and production content.

**What's ahead:** Ranks based on contribution level are one way to participate, but not the only way. We're building additional recognition paths based on community engagement, not just contributions. Details will be shared closer to the anime release.

***

**Related articles**

* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers): Complete breakdown of what each rank includes
* [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards): Victory Drops, quests, and ongoing participation
* [Campaign Timeline](/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline): Key dates, deadlines, and what happens after
* [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started): Step-by-step guide to getting started
* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points): How points work and what they track

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# Reward Details by Rank Tiers

Complete breakdown of GATE 2 rewards by rank from Seaman ($5) to Admiral ($10,000). Cumulative reward structure, campaign-window deadlines, and limited quantity details.

Exactly what you get at each rank, from $5 to $10,000.

> **Most rewards are cumulative.** Higher ranks include everything from lower ranks plus additional exclusive content. However, some limited and experiential rewards are exclusive to their listed tier and do not carry over to higher tiers. These are marked below.

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### Quick pricing reference

| Rank                | Cost    | Valor Points | Availability                        |
| ------------------- | ------- | ------------ | ----------------------------------- |
| Seaman              | $5      | 500          | Always open                         |
| Petty Officer       | $20     | 2,000        | Always open                         |
| Chief Petty Officer | $100    | 10,000       | Always open                         |
| Lieutenant          | $250    | 25,000       | Subject to merchandise availability |
| Commander           | $1,000  | 100,000      | Reserved for 15 members             |
| Captain             | $2,500  | 250,000      | Reserved for 5 members              |
| Admiral             | $10,000 | 1,000,000    | Reserved for 3 members              |

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### Seaman — $5

Your entry point into the GATE 2 campaign.

* Oshi Membership Rewards enrollment (Victory Drops, community milestones)
* Rank Emblems & Profile Card
* Character Reveal: First Look Art (exclusive character concept designs)
* Thank You Message from GATE 2 Creators

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### Petty Officer — $20

*Includes all Seaman rewards, plus:*

* Petty Officer Emblem & Profile Card
* Your Name on the Commendation Board
* Anime in the Making: Access to Production Updates

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### Chief Petty Officer — $100

*Includes all previous rewards, plus:*

**Digital:**

* Chief Petty Officer Emblem & Profile Card
* Behind the Scenes: Access to Production Insights
* Digital Production Collectibles (settei, gengas, animation stills)

**Physical:**

* Collector's Merch Pack, Campaign-Exclusive (ball cap, t-shirt, Armored Whale insignia pin) **⚓ Campaign Exclusive**

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### Lieutenant — $250

> ⚓ **Officer Tier — Available during the campaign window only (Feb 27 – May 27, 2026).**

*Includes all previous rewards, plus:*

**Digital:**

* Lieutenant Emblem & Profile Card
* Digital Production Collectibles, Signed (creator-signed production assets)
* Officer Quest Access (exclusive missions tied to Oshi Membership Rewards) **⚓ Campaign Exclusive**

**Physical:**

* Collector's Elite Merch Pack, Campaign-Exclusive (chef's apron, Kitashio submarine model kit, challenge coin) **⚓ Campaign Exclusive**

***

### Commander — $1,000

> **⚓ Officer Tier — Reserved for 15 members. Seats are filled first-come.**

*Includes all Lieutenant tier rewards and above, plus:*

**Digital:**

* Commander Emblem & Profile Card

**Physical:**

* Director's Sketchbook (printed booklet of the director's production sketches) **⚓ Campaign Exclusive**
* **Gallery Edition Settei Print:** An exhibition-quality, serialized print of original settei production art from GATE 2 **⚓ Campaign Exclusive**

**Tier-exclusive:**

* Your name in the End Credits of a 6-episode bundle (*Commander only. Does not carry over to higher tiers, which receive their own credits placement. Current and new Commanders will be contacted by email to confirm which bundle they'd like.*)

***

### Captain — $2,500

> **⚓ Officer Tier — Reserved for 5 members. Seats are filled first-come.**

*Includes all Lieutenant tier rewards and above, plus:*

**Digital:**

* Captain Emblem & Profile Card

**Physical:**

* Director's Sketchbook (printed booklet of the director's production sketches) **⚓ Campaign Exclusive**
* **Gallery Edition Settei Print:** An exhibition-quality, serialized print of original settei production art from GATE 2 **⚓ Campaign Exclusive**

**Tier-exclusive:**

* One-of-a-Kind Physical Production Collectible (hand-drawn sketch, no two alike)
* Your name in the End Credits of all 12 episodes *(Captain only. Admiral receives opening credits placement instead.)*

***

### Admiral — $10,000

> **⚓ Officer Tier — Reserved for 3 members. Seats are filled first-come.**

*Includes all Lieutenant tier rewards and above, plus:*

**Digital:**

* Admiral Emblem & Profile Card

**Physical:**

* **Gallery Edition Settei Print:** An exhibition-quality, serialized print of original settei production art from GATE 2 **⚓ Campaign Exclusive**

**Tier-exclusive:**

* One-of-a-Kind Autographed Physical Production Collectible (hand-drawn sketch, personally signed)
* Name in Opening Credits, All Episodes

> 🎬 **Background Character Cameo:** Cameo spots are now available to Petty Officer and above through the [GATE 2 Cameo Raffle](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-cameo-raffle). See the raffle page for eligibility, draw schedule, and submission details.

> **⚓ Officer tiers (Commander, Captain, Admiral) have a limited number of seats per tier, filled first-come. Lieutenant is available subject to merchandise availability.**

***

### Limited and production-tied rewards

Some rewards have limited quantities, are produced one time for this campaign, or have submission deadlines. The table below lists what to expect.

| Reward                                                    | Tier                 | Note                                                                   |
| --------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Officer tiers (Commander, Captain, Admiral)**           | Commander+           | Limited seats per tier, filled first-come                              |
| Lieutenant tier                                           | Lieutenant           | Subject to merchandise availability                                    |
| Collector's Merch Pack                                    | Chief Petty Officer+ | Produced one time for this campaign; concepts shared with members soon |
| Collector's Elite Merch Pack                              | Lieutenant+          | Produced one time for this campaign; concepts shared with members soon |
| One-of-a-Kind Physical Production Collectible             | Captain only         | Limited quantity (recalibration pending)                               |
| One-of-a-Kind Autographed Physical Production Collectible | Admiral only         | Limited quantity (recalibration pending)                               |
| Director's Sketchbook                                     | Commander+           | Print run tied to this campaign                                        |
| Gallery Edition Settei Print                              | Commander+           | Tied to production schedule                                            |
| Name in End Credits (6-episode bundle)                    | Commander only       | Submissions close around September 2026 (date subject to confirmation) |
| Name in End Credits (all 12 episodes)                     | Captain only         | Submissions close around September 2026 (date subject to confirmation) |
| Name in Opening Credits (all 12 episodes)                 | Admiral only         | Submissions close around September 2026 (date subject to confirmation) |
| Officer Quest Access                                      | Lieutenant+          | Tied to Oshi Membership Rewards                                        |

> Digital rewards (emblems, profile cards, production insights, digital collectibles) remain available to all members. Dedicated fans can also earn recognition through community engagement, with details closer to the anime release.

***

### Submission deadlines

Credit name submissions for Commander, Captain, and Admiral are targeted to close around September 2026. The exact date is being confirmed with the production studio and will be shared with eligible members ahead of sign-off.

***

### Important notes

**Officer tier availability.** Commander, Captain, and Admiral each have a limited number of seats per tier, filled first-come. Lieutenant is available subject to merchandise availability. Lower tiers (Seaman, Petty Officer, Chief Petty Officer) remain always open.

**Physical merchandise.** Produced one time for this campaign and not sold in retail. Final designs and fulfillment timing will be shared with members.

**Officer Quest Access.** Available at Lieutenant and above, tied to Oshi Membership Rewards.

**Limited quantities.** Some rewards are strictly limited (10, 50, or 100). First-come, first-served.

**Tier-exclusive rewards.** Certain limited and experiential rewards belong to a specific tier and do not carry over to higher tiers. Each Officer tier receives its own version of credits placement and physical production collectibles. See individual tier listings above for details.

**Digital collectibles.** Stored in your Oshi account and viewable within the platform. See [Digital Collectibles](/gate-2-campaign/digital-collectibles) for details on how they work.

**Physical rewards.** Ship together once manufacturing is complete. Shipping costs are separate. See [Physical Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/physical-rewards) for details.

What you see in your collection. After purchase, rewards appear in your Oshi profile under their collectible icon names (for example, "Supply Cargo" for the Collector's Merch Pack, "Recon Tablet" for Digital Production Collectibles, or "Signed Intel" for signed pieces). These names follow a military theme and do not reflect the actual anime production assets within.

***

### Limited reward availability

Some rewards have strict quantity limits (10, 50, or 100 available). The campaign page shows remaining availability in real time.

**Before you contribute:** If a limited reward at your selected tier has sold out, you'll see a notice before completing payment. You can choose to proceed with all other rewards at that tier, or select a different tier.

**Spots can reopen:** When a supporter upgrades to a higher rank, their previous limited reward may become available again. Reopened spots are filled from the waitlist on a first-come, first-served basis. If a reward you want is sold out, join the waitlist to hold your place in line.

**Questions about availability?** Contact <support@oshi.co>.

***

**Related articles**

* [Digital Collectibles](/gate-2-campaign/digital-collectibles) — Emblems, production art, and digital rewards
* [Physical Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/physical-rewards) — Merch packs, sketchbooks, and collectibles
* [Experiential Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/experiential-rewards) — Credits, cameos, and exclusive experiences
* [Campaign Timeline](/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline) — Key dates and what happens after

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# Digital Collectibles

Rank emblems, production assets, and behind-the-scenes access stored in your Oshi account. Learn about Oshi collectibles, GATE 2 production content, and backstage access by rank.

Digital collectibles are official content stored in your Oshi account: rank emblems, production assets from Studio M2, and behind-the-scenes access that brings you closer to how GATE 2 is being made.

***

### Oshi Collectibles

These are platform-wide items tied to your Oshi account and participation level.

#### Rank emblems

Every rank unlocks its own emblem design. These are cumulative: reaching Lieutenant gives you access to the Seaman, Petty Officer, Chief Petty Officer, and Lieutenant emblems. Your emblem displays on your profile and shows your participation level across Oshi campaigns.

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#### Profile cards

Each rank also unlocks a unique profile card design featuring GATE 2 artwork. Like emblems, these are cumulative as you progress. Your profile card becomes a permanent part of your Oshi identity.

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#### A note on Oshi collectibles

Rank emblems and profile cards are designed by Oshi to enhance your supporter experience. They are not official anime production art. Designs may be updated over time to better reflect the world of GATE 2 as production progresses.

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### GATE 2 Production Collectibles

These are campaign-specific assets from the GATE 2 anime: character concept designs, behind-the-scenes artwork, and production content created during the making of the anime.

All supporters also receive the official campaign teaser visual as a bonus alongside their rank-specific content.

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#### What you receive by rank

**Seaman and Petty Officer** receive character concept designs, giving you a window into the production design process.

**Chief Petty Officer and above** receive ongoing sets of digital production collectibles throughout the production period. These curated drops include character settei (model sheets), background art, prop and equipment designs, 3D model previews, and production process content.

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New content is delivered as production progresses, continuing through the anime's release. Additional behind-the-scenes content may be shared after the anime airs. Higher ranks receive more comprehensive collections with each release.

#### Signed digital collectibles

At **Lieutenant and above**, you become eligible for signed digital production collectibles featuring creator signatures from the character designer, art director, or director. Signed pieces are distributed as special bonuses throughout the campaign, not with every drop.

#### Educational context

Every production asset includes context explaining how it's used in anime creation. You're learning how anime gets made through real production content from the studio.

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### Backstage Access

Your rank also unlocks ongoing access to the production journey.

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**Production Updates** (Petty Officer and above) keep you informed on production milestones and campaign news.

**Production Insights** (Chief Petty Officer and above) go deeper into the creative process with behind-the-scenes looks at how specific scenes, characters, and episodes take shape.

**Officer Quests** (Lieutenant and above) are voluntary questlines exclusive to Officer-rank supporters. Each tier has its own questline, from voting on production decisions at Lieutenant to joining private review sessions at Admiral. Completing your questline increases your eligibility for Officer Service Appreciation rewards through the [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards) program.

For full details on what each tier unlocks, see [Officer Quests](/gate-2-campaign/officer-quests).

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### How digital collectibles work

Digital production collectibles from GATE 2 are stored in your Oshi account and viewable within the platform. They are tied to your account as a personal collection and cannot be downloaded, transferred, or resold outside Oshi.

Out of respect for the production studio and the creative work involved, these materials should not be shared or distributed outside the platform.

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### Beyond digital: merchandise and recognition

Oshi holds master licensing rights for GATE 2, covering merchandise, marketing, distribution, and all future licensing across formats and territories. That means Oshi is the home for official GATE 2 merchandise collaborations and fan experiences.

Higher ranks unlock physical rewards including merchandise packs and production collectibles with authentic creator signatures. Officer ranks also earn recognition in the anime itself, from credits placement to background cameos.

For full details, see [Physical Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/physical-rewards) and [Experiential Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/experiential-rewards).

***

**Related articles**

* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers): Full breakdown of what each rank unlocks
* [Physical Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/physical-rewards): Merch packs and tangible collectibles
* [Experiential Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/experiential-rewards): Credits, cameos, and behind-the-scenes access
* [Officer Quests](/gate-2-campaign/officer-quests): What each Officer tier's questline looks like
* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): How to climb from Seaman to Admiral

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# Physical Rewards

Exclusive GATE 2 merchandise and production collectibles. Campaign-only items not available in retail. Shipping info included.

Limited collectibles and merchandise that ship to you after the campaign.

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### Merchandise packs

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**Collector's Merch Pack** (Chief Petty Officer $100+)

Curated exclusive merchandise created specifically for this campaign: a ball cap, t-shirt, and Armored Whale insignia pin. Not available in retail.

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**Collector's Elite Merch Pack** (Lieutenant $250+)

A step up from the standard pack with display-worthy campaign exclusives: a chef's apron, model ship kit, and challenge coin. Like the Collector's Merch Pack, these items are not sold in retail.

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### Production collectibles

**Director's Sketchbook** (Commander $1,000+)

A printed booklet featuring the director's production sketches and creative process. Available only through GATE 2 campaign participation.

**One-of-a-Kind Physical Production Collectible** (Captain $2,500)

Authentic hand-drawn sketches from GATE 2's production. Each piece is unique, no two are alike. **Limited to 50.**

**One-of-a-Kind Autographed Physical Production Collectible** (Admiral $10,000)

A unique hand-drawn production sketch, personally signed by a creator. This is a separate item from the Captain collectible, with its own signature and provenance. **Limited to 10.**

***

### When do they ship?

**Merchandise packs (Collector's and Collector's Elite):**

Final merchandise designs and concepts will be shared with members soon. Once locked, manufacturing and fulfillment typically take 6 to 9 months. All merchandise items ship together once manufacturing is complete.

**Production collectibles and signed items:**

Hand-drawn sketches, autographed collectibles, and the Director's Sketchbook may ship separately. These items depend on creator availability and production milestones, so timing may vary.

We'll keep you updated throughout the process and email you when items are ready to ship.

***

### Shipping costs

Shipping costs depend on your tier and location.

| Tier                | Shipping          |
| ------------------- | ----------------- |
| Chief Petty Officer | Paid by supporter |
| Lieutenant          | Paid by supporter |
| Commander and above | Included          |

**Estimated shipping costs:**

| Region        | Collector's Pack | All Physical Items |
| ------------- | ---------------- | ------------------ |
| Japan         | $10              | $20                |
| Singapore     | $8               | $18                |
| Australia/NZ  | $12              | $30                |
| United States | $15              | $40                |
| Canada        | $15              | $45                |
| UK            | $12              | $35                |
| Europe (EU)   | $15              | $40                |
| Mexico        | $18              | $50                |
| South America | $25              | $70                |
| Other regions | $15–25           | $40–70             |

*Estimates only and subject to change. You'll confirm your shipping address and see final costs before items are dispatched. Customs duties, import taxes, and any applicable tariffs are the recipient's responsibility.*

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### Shipping logistics

When items are ready, we'll:

* Email to confirm your shipping address
* Provide final shipping cost based on your location
* Send tracking information once shipped

> ⚠️ **International orders:** Shipping is available worldwide except to countries subject to standard international trade restrictions and sanctions. These are the same restrictions that apply to most global retailers and shipping carriers.

***

**Related articles**

* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/physical-rewards): Full breakdown of what each rank unlocks
* [Digital Collectibles](/gate-2-campaign/digital-collectibles): Emblems, production art, and digital rewards
* [Experiential Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/experiential-rewards): Credits, cameos, and exclusive experiences
* [Officer Quests](/gate-2-campaign/officer-quests): What each Officer tier's questline looks like

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# Experiential Rewards

Credit recognition, background cameos, and exclusive events. Key deadlines: cameo submissions by March 16, credits by June 10, 2026.

Real-world recognition, from anime credits to appearing as a background character.

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### Credit recognition

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If your rank includes credit recognition, your name appears in GATE 2's official credits when the anime releases in 2027.

| Tier                            | Rank                  | Limit |
| ------------------------------- | --------------------- | ----- |
| End Credits (Random Episode)    | Commander $1,000 only | 100   |
| End Credits (Pick Your Episode) | Captain $2,500 only   | 50    |
| Opening Credits (All Episodes)  | Admiral $10,000 only  | 10    |

Each tier receives its own credits placement. These are tier-exclusive and do not carry over to higher ranks.

> ⚠️ Submission deadline: June 10, 2026. You'll receive a form to submit your name exactly as you want it to appear.

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### Background character cameo

**Available to Petty Officer and above via the GATE 2 Cameo Raffle.**

Appear in GATE 2 as a non-speaking background character designed from a likeness or original character you submit. Winners are selected through a Valor-weighted raffle with 3 draws between March 30 and April 7, 2026.

Winners submit reference images (selfies, original characters, or VTuber models they own), and Studio M2's production team creates a character inspired by the submission.

> ⚠️ **Final reference submission deadline: April 10, 2026.** The production team needs this lead time to design and incorporate each character.

*Final character design, placement, screen time, and scene usage are at the production team's creative discretion. Cameo appearances are non-speaking background roles, and placement depends on the opportunities available throughout the series.*

→ Full details: [GATE 2 Cameo Raffle](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-cameo-raffle)

***

### Special events

Higher ranks may receive priority access to exclusive GATE 2 events as they become available. These could include early screenings, premiere events, community gatherings, creator interactions, and potentially a dedicated GATE art exhibition.

Locations, formats, and availability will vary. Details will be shared closer to the anime's release.

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### Important deadlines

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| Reward                              | Deadline                                                               |
| ----------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Background Character Cameo (Raffle) | <p>Draws: March 30 – April 7 <br>Final submissions: April 10, 2026</p> |
| Credit name submission              | June 10, 2026 (subject to change)                                      |

> ⏰ **Production schedules can't wait.** Missing these deadlines means missing the opportunity.

***

### Limited reward availability

Some experiential rewards have strict quantity limits (10, 50, or 100 available). The campaign page shows remaining availability in real time.

**Before you contribute:** If a limited reward at your selected tier has sold out, you'll see a notice before completing payment. You can choose to proceed with all other rewards at that tier, or select a different tier.

**Spots can reopen:** When a supporter upgrades to a higher rank, their previous limited reward may become available again. Reopened spots are filled from the waitlist on a first-come, first-served basis. If a reward you want is sold out, join the waitlist to hold your place in line.

**Questions about availability?** Contact <support@oshi.co>.

***

**Related articles**

* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers): Full breakdown of what each rank unlocks
* [Digital Collectibles](/gate-2-campaign/digital-collectibles): Emblems, production art, and digital rewards
* [Physical Rewards](/gate-2-campaign/physical-rewards): Merch packs, sketchbooks, and collectibles
* [Officer Quests](/gate-2-campaign/officer-quests): What each Officer tier's questline looks like

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# Valor & Merit Points

How Oshi's point systems work: Valor points track contributions and determine rank. Merit points reward engagement activities.

Two point systems: Valor tracks contributions, Merit rewards community engagement.

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> **Key difference:** Valor is earned through money ($1 = 100 Valor). Merit is earned through activities. They don't convert into each other.

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### Valor Points

Valor measures your campaign contributions and determines your rank.

Once you contribute and receive Valor Points, they cannot be sold, refunded, or converted back to cash. Valor is a one-way entry into the campaign.

**Conversion:** $1 USD = 100 Valor Points

| Rank                | Valor Required | Contribution |
| ------------------- | -------------- | ------------ |
| Seaman              | 500            | $5           |
| Petty Officer       | 2,000          | $20          |
| Chief Petty Officer | 10,000         | $100         |
| Lieutenant          | 25,000         | $250         |
| Commander           | 100,000        | $1,000       |
| Captain             | 250,000        | $2,500       |
| Admiral             | 1,000,000      | $10,000      |

> 📝 **Note:** Valor is campaign-specific. Your GATE 2 Valor is tracked separately from future campaigns.

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### Merit Points

Merit recognizes community participation beyond financial contribution. You earn Merit by completing quests, referring new supporters, and engaging with the community.

**Launch quests include:**

* Following official accounts on X (@oshikatsu\_co, @gate\_anime, @gate\_animeEN)
* Joining the Oshi Discord
* Referring new supporters (Merit varies by the referred supporter's rank)
* Sending a personal note to the production team after contributing
* Sharing official content to social media

More quest types are planned during production, including creative challenges, community events, and fan art submissions.

> 💡 **Merit isn't purchasable.** You earn it through participation and engagement.

Your Merit position determines your placement on the Merit Leaderboard. Active participants become eligible for discretionary rewards through [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards), which can include exclusive digital collectibles, early access to production drops, and community recognition.

For a full breakdown of available quests and how they work, see [Merit Quests](/gate-2-campaign/merit-quests).&#x20;

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### How they work together

|                           | Valor                 | Merit                                 |
| ------------------------- | --------------------- | ------------------------------------- |
| **Earned by**             | Contributing money    | Community activities and quests       |
| **Determines**            | Rank and tier rewards | Leaderboard position, OMR eligibility |
| **Can be purchased**      | Yes ($1 = 100)        | No                                    |
| **Has a leaderboard**     | Yes                   | Yes                                   |
| **Campaign-specific**     | Yes                   | Yes                                   |
| **Convert to each other** | No                    | No                                    |

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### Leaderboards

Both Valor and Merit have their own leaderboards visible on your campaign dashboard.

The **Valor Leaderboard** ranks supporters by total Valor Points. If two supporters have the same Valor, the person who contributed first ranks higher.

The **Merit Leaderboard** ranks supporters by total Merit Points earned through quests and engagement. Ties are also broken by first-come, first-served.

The top 3 on each leaderboard receive gold, silver, and bronze medal designations, visible on your profile and across the community. Your leaderboard positions update in real time as you earn points.

For full details on how the leader board works, see [Leaderboard](/gate-2-campaign/leaderboard):&#x20;

***

### Fine print

Valor and Merit Points are honorific and don't hold monetary value. They can't be transferred, exchanged, or cashed out. Point calculations may be adjusted over time as the platform evolves.

***

**Related articles**

* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): How ranks and Valor progression work
* [Merit Quests](/gate-2-campaign/merit-quests): Available quests and how to earn Merit
* [Leaderboard](/gate-2-campaign/leaderboard): How the Valor and Merit leaderboards work
* [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards): How Merit connects to OMR rewards
* [Glossary](/start-here/glossary): Key terms including Valor and Merit definitions

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# Legacy Contributors

Supported GATE 2 before August 15, 2025? You're a Legacy Contributor. Get 48-hour early access Feb 25 and a permanent badge.

Recognition and benefits for the 3,700+ early supporters who participated during the GATE 2 soft launch, which began with the 10th anniversary announcement of the GATE anime and ran through August 15, 2025.

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### Your Legacy benefits

**48-hour early access**

Participate starting Feb 25, 2026 (JST), two days before public launch.

**Legacy badge**

A permanent badge marking you as an original supporter. This badge is exclusive to early supporters and will never be available again. Stays with you regardless of final rank.

**Special Discord role and community access**

Legacy Contributors receive a dedicated Discord role with early access to platform updates, production news, and community events with exclusive giveaway opportunities. If you haven't already, connect your Discord account to the Oshi platform to receive your role.

**Bonus Merit**

You received 100 bonus Merit Points for your early support. These have already been delivered to your account.

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### Confirming your status

If you contributed before Aug 15, 2025, you should see Legacy status in your Oshi account.

> 📝 **Don't see your status?** Contact <support@oshi.co> with your details.

You'll receive early access notifications via email before Feb 25.

***

### Participating further

Your Legacy status doesn't limit you to Seaman rank. During the campaign (Feb 27 to May 27, 2026), you can participate at any higher rank to unlock additional rewards.

Your Legacy badge stays with you permanently, regardless of your final rank.

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**Related articles**

* [Campaign Timeline](/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline): Key dates including early access
* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): The seven ranks and what each level unlocks
* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers): What each rank includes
* [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards): Merit, Officer Rewards, and Victory Drops

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# Leaderboard

How the Valor Leaderboard works during the GATE 2 campaign. Real-time rankings, medal designations, and tie-breaking rules. Merit Leaderboard coming soon.

See where you stand. The leaderboard shows your real-time ranking based on your campaign contributions.

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### Valor Leaderboard

The Valor Leaderboard is live during the GATE 2 campaign. It ranks supporters by total Valor Points, which reflect your campaign contributions ($1 = 100 Valor). This leaderboard shows who has contributed the most to GATE 2 and updates in real time as you earn points.

When the campaign ends, the Valor Leaderboard locks. Your final ranking and medal designation are preserved as a permanent record of your participation.

***

### Merit Leaderboard (coming soon)

A separate Merit Leaderboard will launch in the future alongside Oshi Membership Rewards and Merit Quests. It will rank supporters by total Merit Points earned through quests and community engagement, giving fans who may not be able to participate financially a meaningful way to support GATE 2 through oshikatsu: creating content, sharing the anime, engaging with the community, and celebrating the IP they love.

The Merit Leaderboard will feature seasonal rewards, though specifics are still in the planning phase. More details will be shared as development progresses.

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### How rankings work

The Valor Leaderboard sorts supporters from highest to lowest points. If two supporters are tied with the same number of points, the person who reached that total first ranks higher (first-come, first-served).

The top 3 on the Valor Leaderboard receive special medal designations:

* **#1** Gold
* **#2** Silver
* **#3** Bronze

***

### What you see on the leaderboard

Each entry on the leaderboard displays:

* Rank position
* Username and profile avatar
* Current badge and star count
* Total Valor Points

You can find your own position on the leaderboard from your campaign dashboard.

***

### Live Contribution Tracker

Alongside the leaderboard, the campaign page features a live contribution tracker that shows overall campaign progress toward community milestones.

As total contributions grow, the tracker unlocks increasing levels of the Creator Reward Pool, which provides ongoing compensation directly to the individual creators behind GATE 2.

| Milestone  | Total Contributions | Creator Fund Unlocked (out of 5%) |
| ---------- | ------------------- | --------------------------------- |
| 1st Goal   | $250,000            | 2.5%                              |
| 2nd Goal   | $300,000            | 3%                                |
| 3rd Goal   | $350,000            | 3.5%                              |
| 4th Goal   | $400,000            | 4%                                |
| 5th Goal   | $450,000            | 4.5%                              |
| Final Goal | $500,000            | 5%                                |

The progress bar and milestones update in real time. Every contribution moves the tracker forward.

> Coupon vouchers used during contribution are not counted toward milestone totals.

***

**Related articles**

* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points): How the two point systems work
* [Merit Quests](/gate-2-campaign/merit-quests): Available quests and how to earn Merit
* [Creator Reward Pool](/start-here/creator-reward-pool): How creator compensation grows with the campaign
* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): The seven ranks and what each level unlocks

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# Referrals

How to refer friends to the GATE 2 campaign. Find your referral link, share it, and earn Merit Points when your friends contribute.

Share the GATE 2 campaign with friends who'd enjoy it. When someone joins through your referral link and contributes, you both earn Merit Points.

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### How it works

1. **You share your referral link or code** with a friend.
2. **Your friend signs up and makes a contribution** to the GATE 2 campaign.
3. **You both earn Merit Points.** The referrer and the referred supporter each receive Merit once the contribution is confirmed.

Merit Points earned through referrals count toward your position on the [Merit Leaderboard](/gate-2-campaign/leaderboard) and your eligibility for [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards).

> 💡 Both you and the person you refer must be contributors to earn referral Merit. Your friend needs to make at least one contribution for either of you to receive points.

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### Finding your referral link

Your referral link becomes available once you've contributed to the campaign. There are two ways to access it:

**After contributing:** Your referral link and code appear in a pop-up right after you complete a contribution. You can copy the link or share it directly from there.

**From your profile:** Click the **Earn Merit** button (top right corner on any page) to open your referral details. You'll see your unique link and code, along with sharing options.

Each supporter has a unique referral code tied to their account.

***

### Sharing options

You can share your referral link through:

* X (Twitter)
* Discord
* WhatsApp
* Telegram
* Copy link (paste anywhere)

***

### Entering a referral code

If you signed up through a friend's referral link, you're already connected and no extra step is needed.

If you signed up without a referral link, you can still enter your friend's referral code in your **profile settings** to claim referral credit. You'll need to be a contributor for the referral to count.

***

### How much Merit do referrals earn?

The Merit you earn as a referrer depends on the rank your referred friend joins at. Higher ranks earn more Merit for both parties.&#x20;

See the full breakdown on the [Merit Quests](/gate-2-campaign/merit-quests) page.

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### Tips

**Share with friends who'd genuinely enjoy GATE 2.** Referrals work best when you're connecting real fans to something they'll love.

**Your referral link works across platforms.** Copy it once and share it wherever your community hangs out.

**Check your Merit balance.** Referral Merit is awarded once your friend's contribution is confirmed. You can track your total on your profile.

***

**Related articles**

* [Merit Quests](/gate-2-campaign/merit-quests): Full list of quests and referral Merit breakdown by tier
* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points): How Valor and Merit work together
* [Leaderboard](/gate-2-campaign/leaderboard): Where your Merit ranking is displayed
* [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started): How to create your account and make your first contribution

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# Merit Quests

Merit Points are earned through quests and community engagement. They complement Valor Points (which are earned through contributions) and give every fan a way to climb the leaderboard, earn recognition, and become eligible for Oshi Membership Rewards.

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### How quests work

Quests are activities that earn you Merit Points. Some are one-time tasks (like following an account), while others can be repeated (like referring new supporters).

Each quest awards a set number of Merit Points when completed. Your total Merit determines your position on the Merit Leaderboard.

> 💡 Merit Points cannot be purchased. They can only be earned through participation.

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### Launch quests

The following quests are available from the start of the GATE 2 campaign.

#### Social follows (one-time)

Follow the official accounts to earn Merit and stay connected to campaign updates.

* Follow @gate\_anime on X (GATE JP)
* Follow @gate\_animeEN on X (GATE EN)
* Follow @oshikatsu\_co on X (Oshi)
* Join the Oshi Discord

Each follow quest can be completed once and awards a small Merit bonus.

#### Community comment (one-time)

Leave a message for the creators after making your contribution. This is your chance to share why you're supporting GATE 2 directly with the people making it.

#### Referrals

Refer new supporters to the GATE 2 campaign. The Merit you earn scales with the rank your referred supporter joins at.

| Referred supporter's rank  | Merit earned by referrer |
| -------------------------- | ------------------------ |
| Seaman ($5)                | 10                       |
| Petty Officer ($20)        | 15                       |
| Chief Petty Officer ($100) | 25                       |
| Lieutenant ($250)          | 50                       |
| Commander ($1,000)         | 75                       |
| Captain ($2,500)           | 150                      |
| Admiral ($10,000)          | 250                      |

As a referred user, you also earn Merit (30 points) when you join through a referral link and make a contribution.

> Referral rewards are capped at 25 referrals per user.

***

### What's coming

In Japan, oshikatsu (推し活), the act of championing what you love, is recognized as one of the most meaningful forms of fan support. Fans have always gone above and beyond for the anime they care about: creating art, building communities, spreading the word, showing up. Oshi's quest system is built to recognize that energy and give it a home.

As the campaign and production progress, new quest types will be introduced across three effort levels. The examples below represent the kinds of activities we're exploring. Not all of them will become quests, and others not listed here may be added. Merit rewards will scale to match the effort involved.

> 🎌 Many of these quest types, especially those tied to episode content and fan creation, will become available closer to the anime's airing so fans can engage with the story directly. You'll be notified as each quest launches.

#### Low-effort examples

Quick, repeatable actions that keep you connected and earning Merit consistently.

<table><thead><tr><th width="241.30859375">Quest</th><th>What you do</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Poll Voting</td><td>Vote in weekly character polls, scene polls, or community questions</td></tr><tr><td>Trivia Quizzes</td><td>Answer short lore or episode trivia questions each week</td></tr><tr><td>Content Sharing</td><td>Share official trailers, key visuals, or campaign content to your social channels when new materials drop</td></tr><tr><td>Tag &#x26; Hashtag</td><td>Use campaign hashtags or tag Oshi on your personal posts about GATE 2</td></tr><tr><td>Upvote Fan Content</td><td>Like or upvote fellow fans' posts, art, or theories on the platform</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Medium-effort examples

Active participation that involves creativity, discussion, and showing up for the community.

<table><thead><tr><th width="246.19140625">Quest</th><th>What you do</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Episode Discussions</td><td>Post thoughtful comments in episode discussion threads after each episode drops</td></tr><tr><td>Lore &#x26; Theory Threads</td><td>Contribute original insights or predictions to fan theory discussions</td></tr><tr><td>Fan Art Sketches</td><td>Submit a fan art sketch of a favorite character or scene</td></tr><tr><td>Livestream &#x26; Watch Parties</td><td>Join official livestreams, cast interviews, or synchronized watch parties</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### High-effort examples

Prestige milestones for fans who go above and beyond. These carry the highest Merit rewards and may unlock unique badges.

<table><thead><tr><th width="244.75390625">Quest</th><th>What you do</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Polished Fan Art</td><td>Create a fully finished fan art piece and submit it to the official gallery</td></tr><tr><td>Cosplay Creation</td><td>Cosplay as a GATE 2 character and share photos</td></tr><tr><td>AMV or Fan Video</td><td>Produce a fan-made video and share it with the community</td></tr><tr><td>Community Event Organizer</td><td>Propose, plan, and host a community-driven event</td></tr><tr><td>Convention or IRL Event</td><td>Attend a real-world event related to GATE 2 or Oshi and check in</td></tr></tbody></table>

Everything listed above is an idea or concept we'd love to bring into the platform as we progress. Oshi is building a home for fandom, and the quest system will grow alongside it. All examples are subject to change, and the final quest lineup may look different as we learn what resonates most with the community. Specific quests, Merit values, and availability will be announced as each becomes available.

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### Tips

**Start with the basics.** Social follows and the community comment are the quickest way to start earning Merit.

**Use your referral link.** Referrals are one of the highest-Merit activities available at launch, and both you and the person you refer earn points.

**Check back regularly.** New quests will be added throughout the campaign and into the anime's airing period.

***

**Related articles**

* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points): How Valor and Merit work together
* [Leaderboard](/gate-2-campaign/leaderboard): Where your Merit ranking is displayed
* [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards): How Merit connects to rewards
* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): The seven ranks and Valor requirements

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# Officer Quests

What Officer Quests are, what each tier unlocks, and how completing them connects to Officer Service Appreciation rewards.

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Members at Lieutenant rank ($250) and above are Officers, and Officers get access to something no other tier has: questlines designed to amplify GATE 2's reach and strengthen the community around it.

Officer Quests are voluntary activities tailored to your tier. They focus on helping GATE 2 find its audience through promotion, community engagement, and campaign feedback. The higher your rank, the more direct your involvement.

> 📅 Officer Quests are expected to become available closer to the anime's airing. The exact launch timing has not been confirmed. You'll be notified when your questline is ready.

***

### The access ladder

Every Officer tier has its own questline, and each one gives you a bigger role in growing GATE 2.

At **Lieutenant**, you amplify the campaign by sharing content and rallying your communities around GATE 2. At **Commander**, you evaluate campaign materials and provide feedback that helps shape how GATE 2 is presented. At **Captain**, you collaborate directly with the Oshi team on promotional strategy and community initiatives. At **Admiral**, you join private sessions with Oshi leadership to provide strategic input on the campaign's direction.

This isn't symbolic. These are **real activities with real impact** on how GATE 2 reaches its audience.

> The quest activities described on this page are examples of what we're building toward, not a finalized list. As the campaign progresses, specific quests may be added, adjusted, or replaced to better serve the community and the anime's growth. The access level and intent behind each tier will remain consistent.

Officer Quests are part of the [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards) program. Completing your questline increases your eligibility for Officer Service Appreciation rewards.

***

### Lieutenant Quests

**Your role:** Front-line promoters who amplify GATE 2's visibility.

Lieutenants are the campaign's first wave. Your quests focus on spreading the word and showing the team what resonates with real audiences.

**Example quest activities:**

**Campaign Promotion Challenge:** Share specific campaign visuals, trailers, or content across your social channels and communities. Document the reach and response. You're helping GATE 2 find new fans.

**Community Feedback Report:** Gather and submit structured feedback from fan discussions or social channels about the campaign experience. Your observations help the team understand what's landing and what needs attention.

**Social Listening Summary:** Monitor fan sentiment across communities and compile a report on what audiences are saying about GATE 2. Your insights help the team stay connected to the conversation.

***

### Commander Quests

**Your role:** Trusted advisors who evaluate and improve the campaign experience.

Commanders go beyond promotion into hands-on evaluation. You review campaign materials before they go wide and your feedback shapes what gets released.

**Example quest activities:**

**Campaign Material Review:** Evaluate key visuals, messaging, or promotional assets from a supporter's perspective and provide structured feedback. Your input helps refine how GATE 2 is presented to the world.

**Platform Feature Feedback:** Test new campaign features or platform experiences and submit detailed observations. Your perspective as an active supporter helps us build a better experience for everyone.

**Content Performance Review:** Analyze how campaign materials land with audiences and recommend adjustments. Your evaluation helps the team understand what's working and where to improve.

***

### Captain Quests

**Your role:** Strategic contributors who help shape how GATE 2 reaches its audience.

Captains move from evaluation into direct collaboration with the Oshi team on promotional strategy and community growth.

**Example quest activities:**

**Partnership Scouting:** Recommend and evaluate potential fan creators or influencers for collaborations. Your knowledge of the community helps Oshi find the right voices to amplify GATE 2.

**Campaign Strategy Session:** Join an online session with the Oshi team to review campaign performance and provide strategic recommendations on outreach, messaging, and community initiatives.

**Community Initiative Proposal:** Design and pitch a fan-driven event or activation for Oshi to consider. Your creativity and community knowledge help shape how GATE 2 engages its audience beyond the campaign page.

***

### Admiral Quests

**Your role:** Executive-level supporters providing strategic direction.

Admirals have the highest level of access in the program. Your questline involves direct interaction with Oshi's leadership team.

**Example quest activities:**

**Quarterly Review Board:** Join private sessions with Oshi's team to provide direct input on campaign direction, community strategy, and platform improvements. This is the closest any supporter gets to the decision-making process.

**Campaign Debrief Report:** Reflect on campaign results and propose actionable improvements for future releases. Your insights help shape not just GATE 2, but how Oshi approaches future anime projects.

**One-on-One Strategy Session:** Participate in a private call with a member of the Oshi team to share product feedback, campaign observations, or strategic recommendations. Your perspective at this level directly informs how the campaign evolves.

***

### How Officer Quests connect to rewards

Officer Quests are part of the Oshi Membership Rewards program. Completing your questline is how Officers become eligible for Officer Service Appreciation rewards. These rewards correspond to your rank and are not guaranteed.

The higher your rank and the more quests you complete, the more you may be eligible to receive. Officers who consistently engage with their questlines demonstrate exactly the kind of participation OMR is designed to recognize.

For full details on OMR, see [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards).

***

### Key points

**Quests are voluntary.** Officer Quests are optional activities, but completing them is how Officers become eligible for their Officer Service Appreciation rewards.

**Activities evolve with the campaign.** The quest activities on this page are examples, not a finalized list. Specific quests may be added, adjusted, or replaced over time to better serve the community and the anime's growth.

**All appreciation rewards are discretionary.** Officer Service Appreciation rewards are issued at Oshi's sole discretion and are not guaranteed.

***

**Related articles**

* [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards): How active members earn rewards through Merit, Officer Quests, and Victory Drops
* [Understanding Ranks](/gate-2-campaign/understanding-ranks): Rank progression and what each level unlocks
* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points): How the two point systems work

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# GATE 2 Cameo Raffle

How the GATE 2 cameo raffle works: eligibility, draw schedule, how to enter, and what happens when you win a background character appearance in the anime.

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### 🎬 The GATE 2 Cameo Raffle is complete.

Congratulations to our 7 cameo winners. You're officially joining the GATE 2: Tides of Conflict production, and Studio M2 is bringing your characters to life.

**Draw 1**

* sieno
* oomerice

**Draw 2**

* pacificphantom
* shtai

**Draw 3 (Final)**

* steventran
* scotty
* raidyn

All winners have been confirmed and are now part of the production process.

We originally planned for 6 cameo spots, but for the final draw we opened it up to 7. Thank you to everyone who participated in this raffle. Even if you weren't selected this time, your support for GATE 2 has been incredible, and we hope you look forward to seeing these characters come to life when the anime airs.

***

*The information below describes how the raffle worked for reference.*

***

### How the Raffle Works

We're giving 6 cameo spots to the GATE 2 community through a weighted raffle. Your Valor determines your entries: every 1,000 Valor you've earned on the GATE 2 campaign counts as 1 raffle entry.

More Valor means better odds, but every eligible supporter has a real chance at landing a spot.

Here's how entries break down by tier:

| Tier                | Valor   | Raffle Entries |
| ------------------- | ------- | -------------- |
| Petty Officer       | 2,000   | 2 entries      |
| Chief Petty Officer | 10,000  | 10 entries     |
| Lieutenant          | 25,000  | 25 entries     |
| Commander           | 100,000 | 100 entries    |
| Captain             | 250,000 | 250 entries    |

We take a snapshot of all contributor standings before each draw. Your total Valor at the time of the snapshot determines your entries for that round.

***

### Who's Eligible

To be eligible for the raffle, you need to be at **Petty Officer tier or above** on the GATE 2 campaign.

**Petty Officer and above:** You're in. You'll be automatically entered into every draw.

**Seaman tier:** Upgrade to Petty Officer or above on [gate2.co](http://gate2.co) before the next draw date to become eligible.

**New to GATE 2?** Join the campaign at [gate2.co](http://gate2.co) at Petty Officer or above before any draw date, and you'll be entered into that draw and all future rounds.

***

### Draw Schedule

Winners are drawn in three rounds, with 2 winners per draw. All winners are announced on Discord, X/Twitter, and notified on the platform via the Deployment Order collectible and email (or via your signup platform if no email on file).

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| Draw           | Date                 | Winners   | Submit By                             |
| -------------- | -------------------- | --------- | ------------------------------------- |
| Draw 1         | Monday, March 30 JST | 2 winners | 48 hours (additional refs by April 8) |
| Draw 2         | Friday, April 3 JST  | 2 winners | 48 hours (additional refs by April 8) |
| Draw 3 (Final) | Monday, April 7 JST  | 2 winners | 48 hours (additional refs by April 9) |

A snapshot of contributor standings is taken before each draw. If you earn more Valor or upgrade your tier before a snapshot, your new entry count applies to that draw and all future draws.

**How it works when you win:**

1. **We'll reach out to you.** Winners receive the Deployment Order collectible on the platform. If you have an email on file, we'll also send you a notification email with the character reference submission form. If you signed up via X or Discord, we'll reach out on that platform.
2. **Submit within 48 hours to confirm your spot.** Complete the character reference submission form with your desired character name, reference images, and details within 48 hours. Submitting the form confirms your spot. If we don't receive a submission within 48 hours, the unclaimed spot rolls over to the next draw. For example, if a Draw 1 winner doesn't submit by the deadline, Draw 2 will select an additional winner to fill that spot alongside the 2 new Draw 2 winners.
3. **Image submission deadlines.** Draw 1 and Draw 2 winners have until **April 8** to finalize any additional references. Draw 3 winners have until **April 9** since the final draw is close to the production deadline.

This rapid-fire schedule gives us built-in windows to fill any unclaimed spots before the production deadline.

**April 10, 2026** is the hard production deadline. Draw 1 and Draw 2 winners must submit references by April 8. Draw 3 winners must submit by April 9. This gives the production team the lead time they need, and these dates cannot be extended.

***

### What Happens When You Win

**Step 1: We reach out.** Winners receive the Deployment Order collectible on the platform. We'll contact you with the character reference submission form via email if you have one on file, or through the platform you signed up with (X or Discord).

**Step 2: Complete the submission form (within 48 hours).** The form collects everything in one place: your desired character name, reference images, height, and styling notes. Submitting the form confirms your spot. If we don't receive your submission within 48 hours, the spot is redrawn. We'll also celebrate each winner publicly on Discord and X/Twitter.

Draw 1 and Draw 2 winners can update or add additional references until **April 8**. Draw 3 winners have until **April 9**. Here's what you'll need:

* Your **name,** will appear in the credits of the episode your cameo appears in,\
  as credit for likeness usage rights.
* A **waist-up photo** of yourself, facing the camera
* A **three-quarter angle photo** (turn slightly to one side so the camera captures both your front and side profile)
* Your **height** (or your desired character height, within average human proportions)
* Any styling notes: clothing preferences, accessories, hairstyle, expression, or how you'd like your character to appear

The submission form includes a character height sheet reference so you can see exactly what the production team works from. Your photos don't need to be professional. Clear selfies with good lighting work great.

**What you can submit:**

* **Your own likeness.** Selfies, personal photos, or written descriptions of how you'd like to appear.
* **Your original character or VTuber model.** If you have an original character (OC) or VTuber avatar that you created or own the rights to, you can submit it as your reference. By doing so, you confirm that you own the intellectual property and grant Oshi and the GATE 2 production team permission to use your design as creative reference for the anime. You retain full ownership of your original character or VTuber model. The in-anime character will be a new work created by Studio M2, inspired by your submission.

**What you cannot submit:** Images of copyrighted characters from other anime, manga, games, or other media that you do not own. The production team cannot reference designs that belong to another IP.

**Step 3: The team brings you to life.** Studio M2's production team designs a background character inspired by your submission, styled to fit the world of GATE 2. This is a creative process, and final character designs are entirely at the studio's creative discretion. Your in-anime appearance may differ from your reference. The goal is a character that feels at home in the GATE 2 world while being inspired by you.

**Please note:** Cameo appearances are non-speaking background roles. Your character's placement, screen time, and specific scene will depend on the opportunities available throughout the series. The production team will determine where and how your character appears to best fit the story.

After you submit, our team will follow up via email with updates on your character's progress.

***

### Your Raffle Status

**Petty Officer and above:** You're automatically entered into every draw. No action needed. Our goal is to celebrate the fans and early supporters who've made this campaign possible. If you want to improve your odds, you can continue to climb the ranks or refer friends to join the campaign before the next snapshot.

**Seaman tier:** Upgrade to Petty Officer or above on [gate2.co](http://gate2.co) before the next draw date to meet the minimum eligibility.

**New recruits:** Join the GATE 2 campaign at [gate2.co](http://gate2.co) at Petty Officer or above before any draw date to be eligible for that round and all future draws.

Your entries carry across all remaining draws. Earning Valor before Draw 1 means your entries count for all three rounds.

***

### Frequently Asked Questions

**Can I win more than once?**

No. Once you've won a cameo spot, you're removed from future draws so more fans get a chance.

**What if I upgrade my tier between draws?**

Your new Valor count takes effect at the next snapshot. If you upgrade before Draw 2's snapshot, you'll have more entries for Draw 2 and Draw 3.

**What happens if a winner doesn't respond?**

If a winner doesn't complete the submission form within 48 hours, the unclaimed spot rolls over to the next draw. The next round will draw additional winners to fill any unclaimed spots from previous rounds alongside the regular 2 new winners. This keeps things moving and makes sure every cameo spot goes to a fan who's ready to participate.

**What if I can't submit my reference images in time?**

Draw 1 and Draw 2 winners must submit images by April 8, 2026. Draw 3 winners must submit by April 9, 2026. If you win but can't submit by your deadline, your spot may be reassigned. The production team needs lead time before the April 10 hard deadline, so these dates are firm.

**What photos do I need to prepare?**

A waist-up photo facing the camera, a three-quarter angle shot (slightly turned to one side), and your height. You can also include styling notes and preferences. The submission form includes a reference image so you'll know exactly what's needed. Clear selfies are fine.

**Can I submit my original character or VTuber model instead of a selfie?**

Yes, as long as you own the rights to the design. By submitting an original character or VTuber model, you confirm ownership and grant Oshi and the GATE 2 production team permission to use it as creative reference. You keep full ownership of your original design. The in-anime character is a separate work created by Studio M2, inspired by your submission.

**Can I submit an image of a character from another anime or game?**

No. We cannot accept copyrighted characters that you don't own. This includes characters from other anime, manga, games, or any media. The production team needs to create an original character that fits the GATE 2 world.

**Will I get to approve my character design?**

The production team will do their best to honor your reference, but final designs are at Studio M2's creative discretion. Your character will appear as a non-speaking background character, styled to fit the GATE 2 world. Even with a great reference, the final result may look different to match the anime's art style and setting. Placement, screen time, and scene selection depend on the opportunities available throughout the series.

**How are winners announced?**

Winners are celebrated on Discord and X/Twitter after each draw. Winners receive the Deployment Order collectible on the platform. We reach out with the submission form via email if available, or through your signup platform (X/Discord).

**I'm at Seaman tier. Can I upgrade to become eligible?**

Yes. Upgrade to Petty Officer or above on [gate2.co](http://gate2.co) before the next snapshot date and you'll be entered into all remaining draws.

**How will you contact me if I win?**

If you have an email on file, we'll send you a notification email with the submission form link. If you signed up via X or Discord, we'll reach out on that platform. Either way, you'll also receive the Deployment Order collectible on the platform.

***

**RELATED ARTICLES**

* [Experiential Rewards](https://docs.oshi.co/experiential-rewards): Credits, cameos, and exclusive experiences
* [Understanding Ranks](https://docs.oshi.co/understanding-ranks): How to climb from Seaman to Admiral
* [Reward Details by Rank Tiers](https://docs.oshi.co/reward-details-by-rank-tiers): Complete breakdown of what each rank includes
* [Campaign Timeline](https://docs.oshi.co/campaign-timeline): Key dates, deadlines, and what happens after

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# GATE 2 Ending Theme Song Contest

Your song becomes the ending theme of Gate 2: Tides of Conflict. Learn how to enter the GATE 2 Ending Theme Song Contest via The VOCALOID Collection 2026 Summer.

### Your Song Becomes the Ending Theme of *Gate 2: Tides of Conflict*

It has been decided that the ending theme for the TV anime *Gate 2: Tides of Conflict* will be solicited through *The VOCALOID Collection 2026 Summer*. The Grand Prix winner's work will be officially adopted as the ending theme for the series.

Details on how to apply will be announced on the official "The VOCALOID Collection 2026 Summer" website, scheduled for release in mid-to-late June. Please look forward to further updates.

***

### Contest Details

* **Submission Period:** Friday, August 21, 2026, 7:00 PM JST – Monday, August 24, 2026 (public holiday), 5:00 PM JST
* **How to Participate:** Create an original song using one of the eligible vocal synthesizer tools listed below, and upload it to [nicovideo.jp](https://www.nicovideo.jp/). When posting, set the genre to "Music & Sound" and add either the tag "ボカコレ2026夏TOP100参加作品" or "ボカコレ2026夏ルーキー参加作品."
* **Adoption:** The winning song will be used as the ending theme for the TV anime *Gate 2: Tides of Conflict*.
* **Note:** The adopted song may be requested to be edited to TV size (90 seconds).

***

### What is the Vocaloid Collection?

*The VOCALOID Collection* is a celebration of VOCALOID culture, a festival open to all who are involved with VOCALOID, including creators, users, and companies active on the internet and beyond. Countless original songs are submitted from both Japan and abroad at each event. This summer, the official ending theme for *GATE 2* will be born through this contest.

[The VOCALOID Collection — *Gate 2: Tides of Conflict* ED Theme Song Contest Details](https://vocaloid-collection.jp/)

***

### About the Work

Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force members, Petty Officer Second Class Tokushima Hajime and Captain Edajima Goro, set sail across a distant sea in the Special Region called the Avion Sea in order to rescue a kidnapped American journalist, and infiltrate the trading nation of Tinae.

There they encounter Princess Primera Luna Avion of Tinae, Shura no Arch, a descendant of a righteous pirate, and Odette Ze Nebula, a girl of the winged imperial species (Avi).

Island nations vying for supremacy, an unidentified monster, and unimaginable hardships, can they survive this new sea?

**Scheduled to air in 2027.**

> **Staff**
>
> Director: Takahashi Toru
>
> Series Composition & Screenplay: Urahata Tatsuhiko
>
> Character Design: Fujita Shigeru
>
> Animation Production: Studio M2
>
> Music: Fujisawa Yoshiaki
>
> Production Support: Genco
>
> Production: Kasagi Labo, Oshi
>
> © Takumi Yanai, Alphapolis / GATE 2 Production Committee

[Official Website —](https://gate2.oshi.co/) [GATE2.CO](http://GATE2.CO)

[Follow on X — @gate\_anime](https://x.com/intent/follow?screen_name=gate_anime)

[Follow on Instagram — @gate2anime](https://instagram.com/gate2anime)

[Follow on YouTube — @gate2anime](https://youtube.com/@gate2anime)

***

### What is Oshi?

Oshi is a platform that connects anime fans and creators both in Japan and worldwide. Through participation in anime production, fans can experience the creative process in real time. The collaboration between the *GATE 2* ending theme contest and The VOCALOID Collection is one example of how fans can actively contribute to anime production.

***

**Related articles**

* [GATE 2 Overview](https://docs.oshi.co/gate-2-campaign/overview): Everything you need to know about the GATE 2: Tides of Conflict campaign on Oshi
* [About Oshi](https://docs.oshi.co/start-here/about-oshi): What Oshi is, how we connect fans directly to anime creators, and what it means to be a production committee member
* [Campaign Timeline](https://docs.oshi.co/gate-2-campaign/timeline): Key dates for the GATE 2 campaign, from launch to anime release
* [How Anime Gets Made](https://docs.oshi.co/start-here/how-anime-gets-made): How production committees fund anime, why creators rarely connect with fans, and how Oshi changes that

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# Staying Safe

Protect yourself from scams and impersonators. Verify official Oshi accounts, spot fake links, and keep your account secure.

How to verify official Oshi channels and protect yourself from scams.

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### Official domains

> ⚠️ **Only trust these domains.** Anything else claiming to be Oshi is fake.

| Brand    | Official Domain                                                              |
| -------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Oshi     | [**oshi.co**](http://oshi.co)                                                |
| GATE 2   | [**gate2.co**](http://gate2.co) (also [gate2.oshi.co](http://gate2.oshi.co)) |
| MahoSeka | [**mahoseka.com**](http://mahoseka.com)                                      |

***

### Oshi will never:

* Ask for your password or login credentials via email or DM
* Request direct crypto transfers outside official websites
* Contact you through unofficial Discord servers
* Ask you to click links in unsolicited messages
* Pressure you to act urgently or "miss out"

***

### Common scams

**Fake social accounts**

Scammers create accounts that look official. Always verify handles match our Official Links exactly.

**Phishing emails**

Emails from domains other than [oshi.co](http://oshi.co), [gate2.co](http://gate2.co), or [mahoseka.com](http://mahoseka.com) are not from us. Check the sender address, not just the display name.

**Unofficial Discord servers**

Our only official Discord is [discord.gg/oshi](http://discord.gg/oshi). If you're unsure whether a server is legitimate, ask in the official Discord or contact <support@oshi.co>.

**"Support" DMs**

Oshi staff will never DM you first asking for account info or payments. We recommend turning off DMs from unknown users in Discord, and never accepting requests from anyone claiming to be part of the Oshi team.

**Too-good-to-be-true offers**

Free rewards, exclusive airdrops, or special deals outside official channels are scams.

***

### When in doubt

> 📝 **Don't click or respond.** Reach out to <support@oshi.co> to verify before taking any action.

You can also ask in our Discord. The moderation team can help verify if something is legitimate.

***

**Related articles**

* [Official Links](/start-here/official-links): All official websites and social channels
* [Managing Your Account](/help-and-support/managing-your-account): Account security best practices
* [Support Channels](/help-and-support/support-channels): Where to get help

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# Managing Your Account

Create your Oshi account, update your profile, manage security settings, or request account deletion. All account basics covered.

***

Everything you need to manage your Oshi account: profile settings, linked accounts, wallet, and more.

***

### Creating an account

Visit [gate2.co](http://gate2.co) and sign up. Account creation is free. You only pay when you choose to participate in a campaign.

You can create your account using any of these options: Google, X (Twitter), Discord, LINE, Telegram, or Apple.

> 📝 **Note:** Once created, your account works across all Oshi campaigns.

***

### Your profile menu

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Click the profile icon in the top right corner to access your menu. From here you can see your current rank, Valor Points, and quick links to key settings.

**What's in the menu:**

* **Rank and Valor** display your current rank and total Valor Points at a glance
* **Language** lets you switch between English and Japanese (日本語)
* **Theme** toggles between light mode, dark mode, and auto (matches your device)
* **Account Settings** opens your full account configuration
* **Transaction History** shows a complete record of your contributions

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### Account Settings

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Inside Account Settings, you can manage your linked accounts, wallet, and account deletion.

#### Linked accounts

You can link multiple accounts to your Oshi profile. This lets you log in using different methods and connects your social accounts for quest verification.

Available linked accounts: Google, X (Twitter), Discord, LINE, Telegram, Apple.

To link an account, click the **Link** button next to any unlinked service. You can link or unlink accounts at any time.

#### Wallet Settings

When you create an account, a wallet is automatically generated for you. This wallet is used for receiving digital collectibles and other on-platform assets.

From Wallet Settings you can:

* **Export your private key** to have full control of your wallet outside the platform
* **Link an external wallet** if you prefer to use your own

> ⚠️ **Keep your private key secure.** Never share it with anyone. Oshi staff will never ask for your private key.

#### Account deletion

You can delete your account directly from Account Settings by clicking the **Delete Account** button at the bottom of the page.

> ⚠️ **Deletion is permanent.** Unclaimed rewards, digital collectibles, and participation history will be lost. Contributions cannot be refunded. If you're unsure, contact <support@oshi.co> before proceeding.

***

### Changing your email

To update the email address associated with your account, contact <support@oshi.co>.

***

### Account security tips

Your account is secured through the linked account you use to sign in (Google, X, Discord, etc.). Keep those accounts secure and your Oshi account stays secure.

* Don't share your login credentials or wallet private key
* Be cautious of phishing. Oshi will never ask for your password or private key via email, Discord, or DM
* If you suspect unauthorized access, contact <support@oshi.co> immediately

→ Staying Safe: How to spot scams and verify official channels

***

### Locked out?

1. Try **"Forgot Password"** on the login page
2. Check your spam folder for reset emails
3. Contact <support@oshi.co> with the email you used to sign up

***

**Related articles**

* [Staying Safe](/help-and-support/staying-safe): Scam prevention and verifying official channels
* [Support Channels](/help-and-support/support-channels): Where to get help
* [Official Links](/start-here/official-links): All official websites and social accounts

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# How to Redeem a Voucher

Step-by-step guide to redeeming a GATE 2 voucher code for Valor Points, plus what your voucher counts toward.

Got a voucher code? Here's how to turn it into Valor Points and join the ranks.

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### What is a voucher?

Voucher codes are distributed through promotions, partnerships, and Discord community events. Each code carries a set Valor Point value. Redeem it and that Valor lands in your account, moving you up the ranks.

There's no conversion fee on vouchers. The full value goes straight to your Valor balance.

***

### How to redeem your voucher

Follow these five steps to claim your code.

#### 1. Visit [gate2.co](http://gate2.co)

Head to [gate2.co](https://gate2.co). You'll be redirected to <https://gate2.oshi.co>. Click **Log in** in the top right.

#### 2. Sign up or log in

Create your Oshi account, or log into your existing one.

#### 3. Join the ranks

Click **Join the Ranks** and rank up. This sets you up to start collecting Valor.

#### 4. Redeem your voucher

On the Buy Valor screen, select the **Voucher** tab and enter your unique code. Check the boxes to agree to the terms and to confirm you understand that Valor applies instantly. Then hit **Redeem**.

#### 5. Welcome aboard, Sailor

That's it. Leave a comment for the creators and check out your new collectibles.

> 💡 **Tip:** Enter your code exactly as it appears, including uppercase letters.

***

### What your voucher counts toward

Voucher redemptions count toward your rank progression and your referral Merit.

They do not count toward the Live Contribution Tracker milestones on the Leaderboard.

***

### Trouble redeeming?

> 📝 **Code not working?** Double-check for typos and make sure the code hasn't already been used. If it still won't go through, reach out and we'll get you sorted.

Contact us at <support@oshi.co> or on [Discord](https://discord.gg/oshi).

***

**Related articles**

* [Payments & Transactions](/help-and-support/payments-and-transactions): All accepted payment methods and transaction history
* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points): How points power your rank and recognition
* [Referrals](/gate-2-campaign/referrals): Earn Merit by inviting friends
* [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started): Your first steps on Oshi

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# Payments and Transactions

Payment methods accepted on Oshi: Stripe, Depay, OshiPay, and voucher coupons. View transaction history and troubleshoot issues.

Accepted payment methods, transaction processing, and viewing your history.

***

### Accepted payment methods

<table><thead><tr><th width="189.08203125">Method</th><th width="138.484375">Provider</th><th>Details</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Credit/Debit Cards</td><td>Stripe</td><td>Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, Google Pay</td></tr><tr><td>Crypto</td><td>Depay</td><td>USDC on Solana and Ethereum Network<br>$ANIME, $ARB (1.5% conversion fee)</td></tr><tr><td>Vouchers</td><td>Oshi</td><td>Redeem for Valor Points (no conversion fee)</td></tr></tbody></table>

The minimum contribution is $5 USD.

#### Credit/Debit Cards and Digital Wallets (via Stripe)

Pay with any major card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. All transactions are processed in USD.

#### Cryptocurrency (via Depay)

Accepted tokens: $ANIME (Arbitrum, Ethereum), USDC (Solana, Ethereum), $ARB (Arbitrum). All crypto is converted to USDC at the time of transaction, with a 1.5% conversion fee applied automatically.

Oshi accepts cryptocurrency strictly as a payment method. We do not airdrop, distribute, or reward users in volatile or non-stable tokens. All contributions are converted to USDC and go directly toward supporting the campaign and its creators. If you've been looking for a reason to put your tokens to work, this is it.

**Paying with $ANIME**

Oshi supports $ANIME payments on both Arbitrum and Ethereum networks through DePay.

> **💡 Having trouble paying with $ANIME?**
>
> DePay processes $ANIME payments through token swaps, which means the exact amount needed can fluctuate slightly during checkout. If you see a "Not Enough Funds" error, it doesn't always mean you're short — the swap may need a small buffer to complete.
>
> **What to try:**
>
> **Add a buffer.** Hold slightly more $ANIME than the checkout amount to account for swap fluctuations. A 5–10% buffer is usually enough.
>
> **Switch to Ethereum.** $ANIME is accepted on both Ethereum and Arbitrum, but Ethereum typically has better liquidity for swaps. If your transaction isn't going through on one network, try the other.
>
> **Try again.** Swap success depends on available liquidity at the time of the transaction. If it fails once, waiting a moment and retrying can work.
>
> If the issue persists, contact us at <support@oshi.co> or reach out on [Discord](https://discord.gg/oshi).

**$ANIME and $ARB Emblem**

$ANIME and $ARB supporters will each earn an exclusive Emblem on their Oshi profile as part of a mid-campaign update. You'll be notified when it's in your collectibles.

#### Voucher Coupons

Voucher codes are distributed through promotions, partnerships, and Discord community events. Each code has a set Valor Point value. To redeem, enter your code during the contribution flow.

Voucher redemptions count toward your rank progression and referral Merit. However, vouchers do not count toward the Live Contribution Tracker milestones on the Leaderboard.

***

### How contributions work

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When you contribute, the platform auto-fills the amount needed to reach your selected tier based on your current Valor Points. For example, if you have 500 Valor and want to reach Petty Officer (2,000 Valor), the amount will default to the difference.

You can also enter a custom amount, as long as it meets the $5 minimum.

After your payment is confirmed, you'll see a one-time contribution message prompt. You can write a personal message, use the pre-filled option, or skip it entirely. Your message appears on the campaign's contribution stream. Each account gets one message.

***

### Transaction processing

All Valor Points and rewards update immediately on successful payment. You'll see a real-time status indicator (Processing, Success, or Error) and a confirmation showing your updated rank and points.

> 📝 **Rewards not appearing?** Wait 5 minutes, then contact support if they still don't show.

***

### Transaction history

To view your full transaction record:

1. Click the profile icon (top right)
2. Select "Transaction History" from the menu
3. View all transactions with dates and amounts

***

### Currency

All prices are displayed and processed in USD. International cards are accepted.

***

### Regional availability

Oshi is available globally with the following restrictions:

Participation is not available in countries subject to OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions or other applicable international trade restrictions. This applies to all payment methods.

For the full list of restricted regions and eligibility details, refer to the [Terms of Service](https://gate2.oshi.co/terms).

***

### Refund policy

> ⚠️ **All contributions are final and non-refundable.**

**Contribution disputes:** If a contribution is cancelled or disputed, corresponding Valor Points, Merit, and rewards will be removed.

**Chargebacks:** Handled per card network rules. If a chargeback is successful, Valor Points are revoked and associated ranks and rewards are forfeited.

For complete details, see [Refund Policy](/help-and-support/refund-policy).

***

**Related articles**

* [Refund Policy](/help-and-support/refund-policy): Complete refund and dispute policy
* [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started): Step-by-step contribution guide
* [Reporting Issues or Bugs](/help-and-support/reporting-issues-or-bugs): How to report payment problems

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# Reporting Issues or Bugs

Found a bug or issue on Oshi? Learn what to include in your report to help us fix it faster.

How to report technical problems so our team can investigate and fix them quickly.

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### Bug report template

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When reporting a bug, include as much of the following as you can. The more detail you provide, the faster we can identify and resolve the issue.

**What happened:** A clear description of the problem.

**What you expected:** What should have happened instead.

**Steps to reproduce:** The actions that led to the bug, in order. Even something like "I clicked the rank badge on my profile and the page went blank" helps.

**Screenshots or screen recordings:** Visual evidence is the single most helpful thing you can include.

**Device and browser:** For example, "Chrome on Windows 11" or "Safari on iPhone 15."

**Your account email:** So we can look into your specific account.

> 📝 **Copy and paste this template when reporting a bug:**

```
Bug: [Describe what went wrong]
Expected: [What should have happened]
Steps: [How to reproduce]
Device/Browser: [e.g. Chrome on Mac]
Email: [Your account email]
```

***

### Where to report bugs

**Email:** <support@oshi.co> with "BUG:" in the subject line.

**Discord:** Post in the support channel. Moderators will route your report to the team.

***

### Urgent issues

> ⚠️ **For bugs affecting payment, reward access, or account security**, include "URGENT:" in your email subject line.

We prioritize issues that impact core functionality.

***

### What happens after you report

Our team reviews every report. Depending on the issue, we may reach out for additional details. Fix timelines depend on complexity and impact, but we'll keep you updated if we need anything from you.

***

### Feature requests and discussions

Have an idea for how Oshi could be better? Want to discuss something with other fans?

**Discord community:** Join the conversation in our Discord server. Feature ideas, suggestions, and general discussion all have a home there. The team reads community feedback regularly, and some of the best improvements come directly from fan input.

**Email:** Send feature requests to <support@oshi.co> with "FEEDBACK:" in the subject line.

Bug reports are specifically for technical problems and errors. For everything else, Discord and email feedback are the best channels.

***

**Related articles**

* [Support Channels](/help-and-support/support-channels): All the ways to get help
* [Payments & Transactions](/help-and-support/payments-and-transactions): Payment troubleshooting
* [Managing Your Account](/help-and-support/managing-your-account): Account issues and access

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# Refund Policy

Oshi's refund and dispute policy. All contributions are final. Learn about chargebacks and how disputes are handled.

All contributions to the GATE 2 campaign are final. Once you participate, that decision is permanent.

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> ⚠️ **Contributions are non-refundable.** Please review rewards and pricing carefully before participating.

***

### Why no refunds

When you participate, several things happen immediately: your rank progresses, rewards are allocated to your account, your position in the community is established, and resources are committed to fulfilling your rewards.

Because these systems activate right away, contributions can't be reversed. We recommend reviewing the campaign page and reward details before participating so you feel confident in your decision.

To understand exactly where your contribution goes, see [Where Do Your Contributions Go?](/start-here/where-do-your-contributions-go).

***

### What if something goes wrong

**Payment error (charged but nothing received):** Contact support immediately. We'll investigate and make it right.

**Changed your mind:** We understand, but the contribution still stands. Take time to think through your decision before participating.

**Rewards not arriving:** That's different from a refund issue. Contact support and we'll track down what's happening with your specific rewards.

**Discovered a regional restriction after contributing:** Some rewards (such as OMR distributions) may have eligibility restrictions by region. See [Regional Availability](/help-and-support/payments-and-transactions#regional-availability) on the Payments and Transactions page for details. If you believe you were affected, contact support.

> 📝 **We're here to help** with any issues, but the contribution itself is final once made.

***

### Disputes and chargebacks

**Contribution disputes:** If a contribution is cancelled or disputed, all corresponding Valor Points, Merit, and rewards will be removed. This means your rank will drop, any digital collectibles tied to that rank will be revoked, and access to rank-exclusive benefits (such as Officer Quests or Discord channels) will be lost.

**Chargebacks:** Handled per card network rules. If a chargeback is successful, Valor Points are revoked and all associated ranks, rewards, and benefits are forfeited.

Disputes and chargebacks affect your full account standing, not just the specific transaction.

***

**Related articles**

* [Payments & Transactions](/help-and-support/payments-and-transactions): Payment methods and troubleshooting
* [Support Channels](/help-and-support/support-channels): How to contact us
* [Reporting Issues or Bugs](/help-and-support/reporting-issues-or-bugs): How to report problems

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# Support Channels

Get help from Oshi support via email, Discord, or this Help Center. Find the right channel for your question.

How to get help from Oshi support via email, Discord, and this help center.

***

### Which channel should I use?

| Issue type                                           | Best channel     |
| ---------------------------------------------------- | ---------------- |
| Payment, billing, account access                     | Email            |
| Quick questions, community discussion, feature ideas | Discord          |
| Self-service, browsing topics                        | Help Center      |
| Bug reports                                          | Email or Discord |

***

### Email support

<support@oshi.co>. Response within 48 hours.

Email is the best channel for account access problems, payment or billing questions, Legacy Contributor status issues, and technical problems with the platform. For bug reports, include "BUG:" in the subject line. For urgent issues affecting payment, rewards, or account security, include "URGENT:" in the subject line.

***

### Discord community

[Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/oshi). Response times vary (community-driven).

Discord is the best place for quick questions about the campaign, connecting with other participants, and general GATE 2 discussions. It's also where feature ideas and suggestions live. The team reads community feedback regularly, and moderators can route support questions to the right people.

***

### Help Center

You're here! Browse by section:

**Start Here** covers platform basics, how anime gets made, and where your contributions go. **GATE 2 Campaign** covers ranks, rewards, timeline, leaderboards, and quests. **Help & Support** covers payments, account management, and troubleshooting.

***

### Campaign updates

For announcements and production news:

**X:** [@oshikatsu\_co](https://x.com/oshikatsu_co) and [@gate\_anime](https://x.com/gate_anime)

**Campaign page:** [gate2.oshi.co](http://gate2.oshi.co)

**Email:** Updates sent to your Oshi account email

***

### Submitting feedback

We welcome suggestions for improving Oshi. You can share feedback in Discord or email <support@oshi.co> with "FEEDBACK:" in the subject line.

See [Reporting Issues or Bugs](/help-and-support/reporting-issues-or-bugs) for how to submit bug reports with the details our team needs.

***

**Related articles**

* [Managing Your Account](/help-and-support/managing-your-account): Account settings and security
* [Reporting Issues or Bugs](/help-and-support/reporting-issues-or-bugs): How to report problems
* [Staying Safe](/help-and-support/staying-safe): How to verify official channels

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# Oshi Docs

## Vision & Mission

Anime is more than just entertainment - it’s a global phenomenon that transcends cultures, bringing fans together through its distinctive art, rich storytelling, and unforgettable characters. Yet, despite its worldwide success, the anime industry remains bound by traditional systems that limit access, innovation, and creative autonomy.

While platforms like Kickstarter transformed indie games, and Patreon enabled creators to connect with their communities, anime still lacks a dedicated space where fans can meaningfully **support, engage with, and be part of the journey** behind the stories they love.

That’s where Oshi comes into play.

## Our Vision

We envision a world where anime is more than something you watch, **it’s something you’re part of**. Where fans aren’t just spectators, they’re part of its evolution. A globally connected, creator-first ecosystem where fans and studios navigate the future of anime together.

Where creators have the freedom to tell their stories, and fans can follow along and support the journey, from the first sketch to the final scene.

## Our Mission

We’re creating the infrastructure that enables:

* Fans to not just support, but rise with the stories they believe in - part of their journey and success.
* Creators to retain ownership, access sustainable support, and maintain lasting creative control.
* An industry evolving beyond gatekeeping - toward openness, collaboration, and shared purpose.

Stories grow through connection - when they’re supported, shared, and seen.

Oshi is the spark that brings anime’s next chapter to life, and **we’re all part of where it goes next.**

## **Shaping a New Era of Anime**

Anime is at a turning point. Despite its global success, the industry still operates within traditional systems that limit access, innovation, and the potential for deeper fan engagement. Studios face structural challenges in securing financial support, and fans remain passive consumers rather than active participants.\
Oshi offers a new path forward. With a foundation of transparency and shared participation, Oshi removes industry barriers and gives both fans and creators the power to shape the future of anime - no more middlemen, no more gatekeepers.

**Oshi offers a new path forward.** With a foundation of transparency and decentralization, Oshi removes industry barriers and gives both fans and creators the power to shape the future of anime - no more middlemen, no more barriers.

### How Oshi Changes the Anime Journey

* Fans Become Contributors → Move beyond viewership. Support the anime you believe in, follow its progress, and play a visible role in its growth from early development to release.
* Creators Gain Freedom → Maintain creative control, build momentum with direct fan support, and reach a global audience without sacrificing vision.
* Clearer Paths to Success → Earlier signals of audience interest help studios and partners identify high-potential projects sooner and scale them with greater confidence.

### **Together, Stories and Communities Rise**


At Oshi, contribution means more than support - it’s a way to shape which anime IPs succeed and stand alongside them as they grow. When the stories you believe in succeed, your impact is part of that success. You’re not just witnessing the journey - you’re helping drive it, and your early support is recognized as part of what made it possible.

### **Ready to Shape the Future of Anime?**

Oshi is your invitation. Support meaningful anime, contribute to its journey, and be part of a new era - where stories are not just told, but nurtured by those who care most.

\
Don’t wait for change. Help shape it with Oshi.

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# Oshi Overview

**Oshi is where anime’s future unfolds**. It’s guided by creators, supported by fans, and open to all who believe in the journey.

We’re building an open foundation for participation. Not as an end, but as a means to empowerment. One that makes anime more participatory, globally accessible, and rewarding for those who help shape its future.

At its core, Oshi unlocks a more dynamic ecosystem where creators can reach their audience directly, fans can play a meaningful role in early growth, and licensees can identify high-potential titles earlier and with greater confidence. The result is more efficiency, more opportunity, and better alignment across the entire anime value chain.

### **What Oshi Makes Possible**

* **For creators**, Oshi offers global reach, creative autonomy, and a more transparent, rewarding path to build momentum and lasting value around their work without compromising ownership.
* **For fans**, Oshi transforms viewership into meaningful participation by letting you support anime you care about, follow its growth, and build a contribution history that can unlock future rewards as the stories succeed.
* **For licensees**, Oshi provides earlier access to emerging anime IPs, clear signals of audience interest, and a more inclusive path to global growth by improving visibility and opening participation to partners of all sizes.

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### **Why This Matters**

Oshi is focused on building a real future for anime IPs, where every supporter helps shape success and participation ties people to the journey’s rewards.

We’re creating a system that opens creative ownership across the community, encouraging deeper engagement, earlier growth, and tangible value for those who believe in stories from the start.

Oshi is building a new model for anime IPs. It’s one where participation is measurable, value flows more efficiently, and early alignment leads to long-term scale.
We’re not dismantling the industry. We're helping it evolve into a more connected, creator-driven future.

### *<mark style="color:blue;">tl;dr</mark>*

*<mark style="color:blue;">**Oshi is where anime's future unfolds.**</mark>*\
*<mark style="color:blue;">Fueled by creators, supported by fans, and powered by a more open, connected ecosystem.</mark>*


# Core Contributors

Oshi brings together a team of seasoned entrepreneurs and operators in the anime & digital space who have spent years building & nurturing relationships with esteemed industry figures such as [Masao Takiyama](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0847692/) (President of [Animax](https://www.animax-asia.com/), Ex-President of Sony Pictures Entertainment Japan), [Yasushi Uchida](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2939992/) (Ex-COO of Gonzo, Advisor to [Genco](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genco)), and [Masao Maruyama](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masao_Maruyama_\(film_producer\)) (Founder of [MADHOUSE](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madhouse,_Inc.), [MAPPA](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MAPPA), and [M2 Studios](https://myanimelist.net/anime/producer/1529/Studio_M2)). Supported by these visionaries and a partnership with [Kasagi Labo](https://www.kasagilabo.com/), Oshi has gained an unprecedented foothold in Japan’s anime ecosystem—unlocking opportunities for innovation and global collaboration that foreign companies have traditionally been unable to realize.

### Kendrick Wong, Co-Founder & CEO

Kendrick is a repeat founder with a track record of founding and scaling multiple successful ventures across tech, e-commerce, and emerging industries including two successful exits. He has spent the last several years forging critical relationships within the anime ecosystem, building trust with top production companies and IP holders. Alongside his decorated entrepreneurial career, Kendrick brings deep experience in emerging digital platforms and community-driven business models, which he applies to his passion for anime. His vision drives Oshi’s mission to empower creators, fans, and brands through a transparent, participation-driven ecosystem.

### Tony Izumi, Co-Founder & Chief Animation Officer

Tony is a decorated veteran of the anime industry, bringing nearly three decades of experience in anime production and licensing. He has held senior roles at leading companies—including Hakuhodo and [MADHOUSE](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madhouse,_Inc.) Studio —culminating in his leadership as CEO of [MADHOUSE](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madhouse,_Inc.) Beijing. Over the course of his career, Tony produced iconic titles such as Trigun, Devil May Cry, and Claymore, solidifying his reputation for balancing creative vision with commercial viability. He is also responsible for reintroducing Pokémon IP back into the Chinese market after a decade-long absence. Under his guidance, the world’s largest anime IP successfully reignited fan enthusiasm in one of the biggest foreign anime markets. Recognizing the opportunity to elevate  traditional models to create more equitable pathways for creators and fans, Tony joined forces with Kendrick to shape Oshi into a transformative platform for the global anime ecosystem.

### Michael Liu, Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

Michael has spent much of his career working closely with early-stage founders to realize their vision, first as an M\&A advisor at [Qatalyst Partners](https://www.qatalyst.com/) and later in senior finance and strategy roles at various high-growth startups in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York. As a lifelong anime fan and collector, Michael has spent years immersed in anime collecting, spanning trading card games, original animation cels, production materials, and more. This firsthand understanding of what collectors value informs how Oshi approaches building unique experiences in a fan-centric world. Eager to deepen his involvement with Japanese anime, Michael partnered with Kendrick & Tony to drive meaningful change for fans and creators worldwide. As a lifelong anime fanatic and collector, Michael aligns fandom and finance at Oshi so that all participants—fans, creators, and brands—benefit from transparent, community-centric solutions.

### Kasagi Labo

[Kasagi Labo](https://www.kasagilabo.com/) is Oshi’s first partner company, owning top tier Japanese anime IP rights (often as the sole or majority holder) from leading studios within the industry. Advised by luminaries such as [Masao Maruyama](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masao_Maruyama_\(film_producer\)) and [Masao Takiyama](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0847692/), Kasagi Labo is building a next-generation global fan engagement platform called [AnimeOshi](https://www.animeoshi.com/) aimed at uniting a billion anime fans worldwide. In addition to driving innovation in anime licensing and distribution, Kasagi Labo also produces its own line of merchandise, collaborating with worldwide hits like [*Chainsaw Man*](https://kissui.xyz/collections/chainsaw-man) and [*Kaiju No. 8*](https://kissui.xyz/collections/kaiju-8). Kasagi Labo is backed by [Burda Principal Investments](https://www.burdaprincipalinvestments.com/investments/), a division of [Hubert Burda Media](https://www.burda.com/en/) as well as other notable investors including [CMT Digital](https://cmt.digital/), [SuperScrypt](https://www.superscrypt.xyz/), [Sfermion](https://www.sfermion.io/), and [Gold House Foundation](https://goldhouse.org/).


# The Growth Opportunity in Anime

Anime is experiencing extraordinary global growth, attracting billions in revenue and inspiring passionate fans who seek more meaningful ways to engage. Traditional platforms often limit this participation. Oshi addresses this gap by creating a fan-centered platform where audiences can meaningfully influence the stories they cherish, collaborate authentically with creators, and celebrate the global impact of beloved anime IPs. By removing longstanding barriers, Oshi fosters genuine community collaboration, offers thoughtfully designed incentives, and expands opportunities to help shape the future of anime storytelling.

<figure><img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdPyrr6lMV2qB1T8-RdxjqT0sDjkze4b1EFDxLVJHIzKCrXGAgsKGgXyXEREKutAhyxT-KcvMdtlUZfDucgStHyw636kaRa6A6tjxPf1_LzxlgdpGEhlmOdEiet_QkSGUmcd-I0?key=OvQsi2Xpv5pFDiezllkW5gNp" alt=""><figcaption><p>Source: The Association of Japanese Animations 2023 Anime Industry Report</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcLiKEsADboPnCYsK0r00wHa2t6-vYYit-RxfD5Rm0-JHtEbdtYnrLVDgQdp7x4RWNUL8zxkYA4uZxuuXRkkpOTaYoZXqv2bANekhxVkWJzkJbRB3dcjDTNS18h6F3waZhfDvh9WA?key=OvQsi2Xpv5pFDiezllkW5gNp" alt=""><figcaption><p>Source: The Association of Japanese Animations 2023 Anime Industry Report</p></figcaption></figure>

### Mainstream Adoption and Cultural Integration

This international growth isn't a temporary trend – it represents a fundamental transformation in how anime reaches and engages audiences globally. Anime’s influence transcends traditional media, permeating fashion, music, and consumer brands worldwide

### Western Pop Culture Penetration

Major global brands now recognize the mass appeal of the genre. Collaborations from McDonald’s co-branded promotions to the NFL featuring anime characters demonstrate corporate appetite to attract younger demographics and international audiences.

<figure><img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfk8PmaXxHWdDjfT3uipLVlaAw4ZVBY8mXurnA1e1yp0oCXKOzQYSPyKxAO4QqQP8gyBGA2_v5mWz8diuPo76AT0tV7YM0eYtCalSNuir1MV42adFlhvws03uPw2rw-4EQEYk_Xww?key=OvQsi2Xpv5pFDiezllkW5gNp" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### Streaming Giants & Global Reach

Leading platforms like Netflix have doubled down on anime, investing in exclusive titles and reporting strong engagement among their global subscriber base. Similarly, Crunchyroll—one of the largest dedicated anime streaming services—has surpassed 15 million paid subscribers, underscoring the medium’s growing foothold outside Japan.

<figure><img src="https://2096973912-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F05bQcb1f5efG5AT9g7Lq%2Fuploads%2FWixC45EQL1i3L3w32zFX%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=9caeb8da-d5c2-4b2d-a059-e88767372360" alt=""><figcaption><p>Source: Crunchyroll and Netflix public releases</p></figcaption></figure>

### *<mark style="color:blue;">tl;dr</mark>*

*<mark style="color:blue;">Anime fans form an extraordinarily engaged global community, driving cultural movements from Tokyo to Los Angeles through immersive cosplay, enthusiastic social media expression, and passionate recommendations. Their influence extends notably into gaming, powering hits like Genshin Impact and bridging anime with a nearly $188B gaming market. Oshi channels this cultural momentum into a platform designed to deepen fan participation, giving dedicated fans new ways to celebrate and amplify their fandom, activate cross-industry connections, and engage through thoughtfully designed digital experiences and collectibles.</mark>*


# A Deeply Engaged Global Community

What makes this market expansion especially compelling is the unique nature of anime fandom. Anime fans distinguish themselves from other entertainment audiences through proactive enthusiasm and active support, a phenomenon now widely known as **Oshikatsu**. Oshikatsu encompasses various proactive activities, including regularly purchasing merchandise to directly support favorite artists or series, creating and sharing fan art and other content, and organizing events or social media campaigns to actively promote beloved characters and idols. This dynamic and dedicated fan culture not only drives market growth but also deepens community bonds, shaping the global influence and longevity of anime.

<figure><img src="https://2096973912-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F05bQcb1f5efG5AT9g7Lq%2Fuploads%2FfjTbHmo2ecHuiw9N54ho%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=16eacde0-eeca-4230-8172-1dec8d75bd77" alt=""><figcaption><p>Source: Inside Anime 2023 by Fandom</p></figcaption></figure>

According to industry data, 78% of fans engage with anime daily or weekly, while 95% actively research information about their favorite series and characters—demonstrating a level of involvement that extends well beyond passive consumption. Moreover, anime fandom is remarkably diverse, with 64% of fans hailing from different cultural backgrounds. This has helped anime evolve into a truly global phenomenon, one in which 88% of fans report emotional investment in the storylines and 77% actively recommend series to friends and family.

<figure><img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeQqorUwy5pyeo6CiPh_uMcFKkc0F6JinU_68d2c_QnJkb1NNzbv9Ko52U6p882-zxOZlxm28QksnOAiBm67i_g-FLxxepIWi63wsSHvGVREZUf31lCVv0tlKYrvF8r15F395-1Vg?key=OvQsi2Xpv5pFDiezllkW5gNp" alt=""><figcaption><p>Source: Inside Anime 2023 by Fandom</p></figcaption></figure>

The overlap between anime fans and gamers presents an equally compelling opportunity. Anime fans are 40% more likely to be avid gamers, and three in five are in the market for video games. By tapping into these fans, we can bridge a massive \~$188B gaming industry. Genshin Impact exemplifies this potential: powered by anime-inspired aesthetics and storytelling, it became the fastest game ever to hit $5B in revenue. It’s a testament to the profound influence anime fans wield when their fandom is fully activated.

<figure><img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeIwkrWwZhZope4WiX7ikhaQpX7ZudlzojVMXggDuN3nyHXDcrUuGgHnN2UHKBPPYtGBNVAjBXz4TCKlxCMrFD18mfbuVqng3gIxh0OnnKY06h26_zhqVDDBZOTaHOg7a5CKTCEdw?key=OvQsi2Xpv5pFDiezllkW5gNp" alt=""><figcaption><p>Source: data.ai</p></figcaption></figure>

### *<mark style="color:blue;">tl;dr</mark>*

*<mark style="color:blue;">Anime fans form an extraordinarily engaged global community, driving cultural movements from Tokyo to Los Angeles through immersive cosplay, enthusiastic social media expression, and passionate recommendations. Their influence extends notably into gaming, powering hits like Genshin Impact and bridging anime with a nearly $188B gaming market. Oshi channels this remarkable cultural momentum onto the blockchain, giving dedicated fans new avenues to celebrate and amplify their fandom, activate cross-industry connections, and unlock deeper participation through thoughtfully designed digital experiences and collectibles.</mark>*


# The Opportunity Gap

These trends reveal a crucial disconnect in the anime industry: while international markets and highly engaged fans are driving growth, the industry's structure remains anchored in traditional Japanese distribution models. This disconnect opens up three key opportunities:

1. **Untapped Fan Participation:** Despite their deep engagement and willingness to invest time and energy, fans still lack meaningful ways to participate in and benefit from an anime’s success. The gap between fan passion and participation represents a major untapped market.
2. **Global Distribution Friction:** The surge in international demand highlights the inefficiencies of current distribution models, which weren't designed for global scale. A platform that streamlines global access while maintaining proper rights management will unlock significant value.
3. **Community-Creator Disconnect:** While fans demonstrate unprecedented levels of engagement, they remain separated from creators by multiple industry layers. Bridging this gap offers a chance to build new value through direct creator-fan relationships.

The convergence of these factors, rapid international growth, deeply engaged fans and outdated structures, creates an ideal environment for innovation. As anime continues its trajectory to surpass 1 billion fans worldwide, the opportunity exists to fundamentally reimagine how fans, creators and the industry interact. Oshi is positioned to bridge these gaps, creating an ecosystem that aligns with anime’s increasingly global and participatory future.

### *<mark style="color:blue;">tl;dr</mark>*

*<mark style="color:blue;">Anime is growing rapidly across the globe, but the systems behind it haven’t kept pace. Fans want more than just watching. They want to feel involved in the worlds they care about. Creators crave deeper connection, greater visibility, and room to tell their stories on their own terms. But outdated infrastructure and layers of intermediaries hold that potential back. By bridging this gap, we can help anime evolve from a passive experience into a deeply collaborative and rewarding phenomenon.</mark>*


# The Problem: Current State of Anime

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The current anime industry operates through a complex web of intermediaries and agents, creating several key challenges:

* **Lack of Transparency:** Legacy anime licensing is dominated by large conglomerates that limit global access, especially for small and mid-sized licensees. Deals are too complex, resulting in suboptimal global distribution and leaving many IPs under-monetized.
* **Misaligned Incentives with Suboptimal Value Distribution:** Current production committee systems fragment decision-making and profit-sharing. Creators and fans often find themselves at the bottom of the value chain, capturing only a fraction of the value they help generate.
* **Passive Fandom with Limited Influence:** Despite being home to some of the most engaged and active fanbases, anime fans have long been relegated to the role of passive consumers, with minimal avenues to connect with industry participants and express their fandom through more impactful means.

### *<mark style="color:blue;">tl;dr</mark>*

*<mark style="color:blue;">The anime industry is tightly controlled by big corporations and centralized platforms, limiting access to creators while leaving fans on the sidelines. This control stifles innovation, prevents meaningful collaboration, and relegates fans to passive consumers instead of active participants, ultimately resulting in missed opportunities and suppressed creativity.</mark>*


# Limitations of Existing Offerings

Despite the anime industry’s global popularity and diverse ecosystem of content providers, today’s market solutions fail to address fundamental issues of transparency, fan engagement, and equitable value distribution. Existing models largely rely on traditional intermediaries, opaque contractual arrangements, and limited avenues for meaningful audience participation. Below are the key categories of current solutions and their inherent shortcomings:

<mark style="color:red;">**Traditional Streaming Platforms (e.g., Crunchyroll, Netflix):**</mark> <mark style="color:red;"></mark><mark style="color:red;">Aggregated anime content via subscription models</mark>

* **Opaque Licensing Deals:** Viewers have no insight into how IP rights are negotiated and how their contributions benefit the creators they support.
* **Passive Fan Experience:** Fans consume content but have limited to no direct influence on their favorite medium.
* **Regional Restrictions:** Many shows are geo-blocked, delaying or denying access to international audiences.

<mark style="color:red;">**Production Committees & Licensing Agencies:**</mark> <mark style="color:red;"></mark><mark style="color:red;">A traditional ecosystem where multiple stakeholders (publishers, studios, merchandisers, networks) share risks and rewards in bringing an anime from production to market</mark>

* **Complexity & Inefficiency:** Multi-party committees create misaligned incentives, slow negotiations, and a lack of transparency in value distribution.
* **Entrenched Gatekeepers:** Production committees tend to focus on landing large, lucrative deals, leaving small and mid-sized licensees overlooked. As a result, new players struggle to enter the market, and promising IPs miss out on reaching a broader global audience.
* **Exclusionary to Fans:** There’s no meaningful way for fans to participate early on as they are only viewed as end consumers to sell to.

<mark style="color:red;">**Crowdfunding Platforms (e.g., Kickstarter, Campfire):**</mark> <mark style="color:red;"></mark><mark style="color:red;">One-time funding solutions for niche or independent anime projects</mark>

* **Short-Term Engagement:** Fan influence is limited to non-existent after the initial funding goals are met.
* **Minimal Transparency:** Backers often lack ongoing visibility into how funds are used or how decisions are made beyond project completion.
* **Lack of Quality Selection:** Does not provide fans with access to high quality animation available within the traditional Japanese anime industry as majority of projects are from indie creators.

<mark style="color:red;">**Direct-to-Consumer Merchandising & Fan Clubs:**</mark> <mark style="color:red;"></mark><mark style="color:red;">Exclusive merchandise, early access to events, or insider updates to deepen fan loyalty</mark>

* **Passive Fandom:** Fans remain consumers rather than stakeholders, with limited ability to shape and influence decisions.
* **No Transparency or Control:** The broader production and licensing challenges remain unaddressed.

<mark style="color:red;">**Data-Driven Platforms & Aggregators:**</mark> <mark style="color:red;"></mark><mark style="color:red;">Enhanced recommendations and user analytics to improve content discovery</mark>

* **Still Intermediary-Dominated:** Underlying licensing and production committee complexities persist.
* **No Value Alignment:** Data insights may improve user experience but do not shift industry incentives to empower fans and creators in meaningful ways.

### In Summary

Current market solutions operate within frameworks that reinforce traditional power dynamics and opacity. While some offer incremental improvements—such as direct fan funding, digital collectibles, or data-driven recommendations—they fail to address systemic issues. None provide a truly unified platform that aligns fans, creators, and licensees in a transparent, incentive-driven ecosystem, underscoring the need for a holistic approach like Oshi.

Meanwhile, other foreign and web3-focused players have attempted to break into the Japanese market by relying on profit-centric strategies or large capital injections. However, without a nuanced understanding of Japanese culture and business practices, they often struggle to gain meaningful traction. By contrast, Oshi’s founders have spent years cultivating trust with influential industry stakeholders who share our vision—relationships grounded in more than transactional gains. This combination of local credibility and a willingness to innovate positions Oshi to succeed where others have fallen short, bridging entrenched gaps and fostering a new era of anime production and distribution.

### *<mark style="color:blue;">tl;dr</mark>*

*<mark style="color:blue;">Current platforms hold fans back. They collect fees, restrict creative control, and provide limited opportunities to shape stories. Existing offerings don’t fully capture the true potential of fandom, the desire to support the stories we love, help them grow, and share meaningfully in their success. Nobody has bridged the gap between global fandom and direct creator empowerment. The potential is immense, but today's tools simply weren’t designed for it.</mark>*


# The Oshi Solution

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Oshi addresses these challenges by creating an open anime ecosystem where all participants can interact directly, fairly, and transparently to maximize the potential of anime IPs on the platform:

1. **Fans as Active Stakeholders:** Fans move up the value chain, participating in governance decisions, contributing to the platform’s growth and earning rewards tied to the success they help create. By engaging with and contributing to anime IPs, fans become more than spectators. They become integral to the narrative of anime’s future.
2. **Creators with Global Control & Direct Fan Connections:** Oshi offers a new model by limiting intermediaries, granting creators the power to scale their work globally on their own terms. By connecting more directly with their audiences, they can engage fans in unprecedented ways, build dedicated communities, and retain a greater share of the value their creations generate.
3. **Licensees as Global Enablers:** Licensees of all sizes gain transparent, fair access to a diverse portfolio of anime IPs. This open competition fosters a truly global marketplace where distribution rights flow to the highest-value matches to maximize the potential of each IP on the Oshi platform.
4. **Expanding Markets & Growing Value within the Ecosystem:** As Oshi scales, it opens up new revenue channels and fosters direct relationships among creators, fans, and licensees, removing barriers that limit innovation and access for new entrants. Oshi doesn’t function as another intermediary. Instead, its streamlined approach creates fresh opportunities for underrepresented anime IPs and emerging licensees, fueling growth from the ground up. While Oshi takes a modest fee to maintain and enhance the platform, this share remains significantly lower than traditional industry cuts. The result is a more equitable value chain, where the bulk of value flows to the true growth catalysts: fans and creators, ensuring that the community thrives together as Oshi grows.

Through this comprehensive approach, Oshi creates an ecosystem where fans can meaningfully participate in anime’s growth, build lasting connections with creators, and join communities that support anime productions and IPs from the very beginning. This enables creators to thrive with the support of their true fans, while dedicated partners help bring anime IPs to their full potential globally.

### *<mark style="color:blue;">tl;dr</mark>*

*<mark style="color:blue;">By reimagining the old system, Oshi gives creators the financial and creative freedom they’ve always deserved. Fans aren’t just watching anymore. They’re stepping in as real partners in the process. It’s a win-win that energizes the whole ecosystem, with early contributors earning the lion’s share of the rewards.</mark>*


# Importance to The Industry

### **The Rise of Fan Participation in Creative Communities**

In recent years, platforms such as Kickstarter, Patreon, and YouTube have reshaped how audiences connect with the creators they admire. These tools did more than unlock funding. They **invited fans directly into the creative process**, allowing them to contribute earlier, support meaningfully, and invest emotionally in the stories they love.

This shift has proven powerful. When people feel genuinely included, communities grow stronger, creative momentum builds, and lasting connections form.

### **The Unique Challenges Facing Anime Today**

Anime has blossomed into a global cultural phenomenon. However, despite expanding international viewership, the underlying industry structure has remained relatively unchanged. This creates challenges, particularly for fans outside Japan who wish to participate earlier in the creative journey, and for creators who seek more direct relationships with their audience.

While platforms like Kickstarter and Patreon have reshaped other creative industries, anime has unique complexities that require a dedicated solution. Currently, anime lacks an equivalent system for three key reasons:

1. **Complex Rights Management:** Anime IPs typically involve many parties across multiple regions, complicating licensing and direct fan participation.
2. **Limited Global Infrastructure:** Current platforms are unable to effectively support large-scale fan involvement and international licensing simultaneously.
3. **Misaligned Incentives:** Traditional models often emphasize intermediaries, limiting direct engagement between creators and fans.

### **Oshi and Anime’s Next Chapter**

Oshi represents the first comprehensive solution designed specifically to enable true fan participation in anime, carefully respecting existing complexities in rights management and global distribution. Just as Kickstarter reshaped indie game funding and Patreon transformed creator economics, Oshi has the potential to **redefine how anime IPs connect with global audiences** from inception through distribution.

With international audiences now driving anime's growth, the industry faces increasing demand for deeper fan engagement and transparent collaboration. Oshi addresses this need by creating pathways for meaningful fan involvement, empowering creators to build direct relationships with supporters, and complementing licensees’ established processes. This collaborative environment helps ensure alignment and mutual benefit among fans, creators, and licensees alike.

By providing this connective infrastructure, Oshi is positioned to become a critical platform within the anime industry, enhancing existing strengths and fostering sustainable growth for creators, fans, and licensees alike.

### *<mark style="color:blue;">tl;dr</mark>*

*<mark style="color:blue;">Oshi is transforming anime by igniting a vibrant, transparent platform where passionate fans actively shape, support, and share in the global success of their favorite and beloved stories. Removing traditional barriers, Oshi empowers creators to fully express their artistic visions, provides licensees with valuable early insights, and elevates fans into true collaborators and stakeholders. Together, we’re unleashing creativity, celebrating collective victories, and pioneering an exciting new era for storytelling.</mark>*


# The GATE 2 Ending Theme Contest

* **Contest 1 – The VOCALOID Collection \~2026 Summer\~.**&#x20;
  * **Official website:** [**https://vocaloid-collection.jp/**](https://vocaloid-collection.jp/)
  * **Submission period: August 20, 2026 00:00 – August 24, 2026 17:00 (JST).**
* **Contest 2 – UtaOdo Collection ～2026 Autumn～**
  * **Official website:** [**https://utaodo-collection.jp/**](https://utaodo-collection.jp/)
  * **Submission period: September 25, 2026 18:00 – September 28, 2026 12:00 (JST).**

Oshi is the official sponsor of the GATE2 Award at both contests. The combined prize pool across the two contests is <mark style="color:red;">¥1,000,000 – ¥700,000</mark> for Contest 1 and <mark style="color:red;">¥300,000</mark> for Contest 2.

### What is the contest about?

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As part of the lead-up to the 2027 broadcast of GATE 2: Tides of Conflict, this initiative aims to engage fans and creators by giving them the opportunity to take part in the anime's production process.

The ending theme for the anime will be selected through two open contests:

* **Contest 1 – The VOCALOID Collection \~2026 Summer\~.**&#x20;
  * Official website: [**https://vocaloid-collection.jp/**](https://vocaloid-collection.jp/)
  * Submission period: August 20, 2026 00:00 – August 24, 2026 17:00 (JST).
* **Contest 2 – UtaOdo Collection ～2026 Autumn～**
  * Official website: [**https://utaodo-collection.jp/**](https://utaodo-collection.jp/)
  * Submission period: September 25, 2026 18:00 – September 28, 2026 12:00 (JST).

Oshi is the official sponsor of the GATE2 Award at both contests. <mark style="color:red;">The combined prize pool across the two contests is ¥1,000,000,</mark> ¥700,000 for Contest 1 and ¥300,000 for Contest 2.

### How the GATE2 Award Works

There is **no separate application** for the GATE2 Award.

**Entries submitted to Contest 1 or Contest 2 are automatically considered for the GATE2 Award,** provided they comply with the respective contest rules.

The GATE2 production team will review eligible entries and select the winner(s) based on how well each song matches the world and atmosphere of the GATE2 anime.

### How are winners chosen?

Entries must first meet the submission requirements and eligibility criteria of each contest. From the eligible entries, the GATE2 project team will review and select the GATE2 Award winners.

#### Contest 1 - Song Selection

If selected, the winner will be required to:

* Edit the winning song into an anime-size version (approx. 89–90 seconds)
* Provide the multitrack/stem audio files
* Create and provide an instrumental version
* Submit the anime-size version around late September 2026

Participants must agree to these requirements when entering Contest 1. Shortlisted candidates are contacted individually by the UtaOdo Collection ～2026 Autumn～organizers.

#### Contest 2 - Singer Selection

The winning singer will perform the song selected in Contest 1.

To enter Contest 2:

* Participants do not need to perform the Contest 1 winning song.
* Participants should submit an "Utattemita" (cover song) video during the submission period
* Submissions must follow the standard UtaOdo Collection participation and ranking rules

Shortlisted candidates are contacted individually by The VOCALOID Collection ～2026 Summer～ organizers. Winners will be required to complete the necessary agreements with Oshi or the contest organizer.

### How to enter Contest 1: Vocaloid Producers

The information below is based on the official VocaColle 2026 Summer guidelines for the TOP100, Rookie rankings and GATE2 Award special page and has been translated into:

VocaColle 2026 Summer TOP100 Official Entry Guidelines:
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▸<https://vocaloid-collection.jp/ranking/top100/>

VocaColle 2026 Summer Rookie Official Entry Guidelines:
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▸<https://vocaloid-collection.jp/ranking/rookie/>

GATE2 Special Reward Page:
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▸<https://vocaloid-collection.jp/special/gate2/>

#### STEP 1. Check Which Ranking You Are Eligible For

You may enter either the TOP100 Ranking or the Rookie Ranking.

* **TOP100 Ranking**: The TOP100 Ranking is open to original songs primarily featuring voice-synthesis software.
* **Rookie Ranking**: The Rookie Ranking is limited to creators who first uploaded an original song using voice-synthesis software to Niconico on or after August 21, 2024.

The same work cannot be entered in multiple rankings at the same time. However, you may enter multiple different works.

#### STEP 2. Prepare an Eligible Original Song

Your entry must:

* Be an original song that you helped create.
* Primarily feature voice-synthesis software.
* Be uploaded to Niconico for the first time during the applicable submission period.

There is no restriction on which voice-synthesis software you may use. Eligible software includes VOCALOID, UTAU, Synthesizer V, CeVIO, VOICEROID, NEUTRINO, Hatsune Miku NT, and others.

Human vocals, harmonies, or narration may also be included, provided that voice-synthesis software remains the primary element of the work.

Collaborative works are allowed. You may also include partial quotations, such as phrases, from your own previously released original songs.

#### STEP 3. Upload Your Song and Enter the Ranking

Upload your song to Niconico during the submission period for your chosen ranking.

**TOP100 Ranking**

* Submission period: August 22, 2026, 12:00 AM – August 24, 2026, 5:00 PM JST
* Required locked tag: ボカコレ2026夏TOP100ランキング参加曲

**Rookie Ranking**

* Submission period: August 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – August 24, 2026, 5:00 PM JST
* Required locked tag: ボカコレ2026夏ルーキー参加曲

**For both rankings:**

* Set the genre to 音楽・サウンド
* Add and lock the required participation tag for your chosen ranking.
* Complete your upload no later than **4:59:59 PM JST on August 24, 2026.**
* Read and agree to the official event terms before posting.

Scheduled posting is available only to Niconico Premium members or users with a Niconico User Level of 18 or higher.

#### STEP 4. Complete the Recommended Upload Information

When uploading your video, the organizer asks participants to:

* Open the permission settings and allow the video to be featured on Niconico Live.
* Include the uploader's name in the video description.
* Include the pronunciation in Katakana of the video title.

**Example Song Title / Reading pairs:**

| Song Title | Reading   |
| ---------- | --------- |
| 世界の終焉      | せかいのしゅうえん |
| 白昼夢        | はくちゅうむ    |
| λambda     | ラムダ       |

Copy and paste the official description template below into your video description.

For TOP 100 Ranking Entries:

```
■ボカコレ2026夏TOP100ランキング参加曲です。
『The VOCALOID Collection（ボカコレ）』はボカロ文化をきっかけに生まれたインターネット等で活動するクリエイターやユーザー、企業などボカロに関わる全ての方が参加できるボカロ文化の祭典です。

▼ボカコレ2026夏TOP100ランキング
https://vocaloid-collection.jp/ranking/top100/

```

For Rookie Ranking Entries:

```
■ボカコレ2026夏ルーキーランキング参加曲です。
『The VOCALOID Collection（ボカコレ）』はボカロ文化をきっかけに生まれたインターネット等で活動するクリエイターやユーザー、企業などボカロに関わる全ての方が参加できるボカロ文化の祭典です。

▼ボカコレ2026夏ルーキーランキング
https://vocaloid-collection.jp/ranking/rookie/

```

#### STEP 5. Check the Video Format

Videos uploaded as Niconico Shorts are not included in the VocaColle rankings.

A video is automatically treated as a Niconico Short when it meets both of the following conditions:

* It is three minutes or shorter.
* It uses a square or vertical aspect ratio.

To avoid having your entry treated as a Niconico Short, upload either:

* A video longer than three minutes, or
* A video with a horizontal aspect ratio.

#### STEP 6. Avoid Disqualification

**Your entry may be excluded from the ranking if:**

* You did not participate in creating the submitted work.
* It is posted before the applicable submission period begins.
* It is posted after 5:00 PM JST on August 24, 2026.
* It is uploaded as a Niconico Short.
* It completely matches a work previously published on Niconico.
* The organizer otherwise determines that the work is ineligible.

**A previously published work may still be considered a complete match when only the following have been changed:**

* The arrangement
* The mix or mastering
* The illustration
* The video

Participants are also asked not to exchange reactions as a condition for reacting to each other's works.

For the Rookie Ranking, an entry may also be excluded if the creator is found to have uploaded an original song using voice-synthesis software before the Rookie eligibility period.

### How do I enter Contest 2? (Singers)

The information below is based on the official UtaOdori Collection 2026 Autumn guidelines and has been translated into English for reference.

▸<https://utaodo-collection.jp/2026-autumn/ranking/uta-top100/guidelines/>

*GATE2 Special Reward Page*

▸[https://utaodo-collection.jp/2026-autumn/gate2/](https://utaodo-collection.jp/2026-autumn/gate2/A)

#### STEP 1. Choose the Ranking That Matches Your Entry

Choose one of the following rankings before uploading your video.

**TOP100**

* For solo singers.
* Open to all participants.
* **Submission Period:** September 25 (Fri), 9:00 PM – September 28 (Mon), 12:00 PM JST

**Rookie**

* For eligible new singers.
* Your first eligible Utattemita upload must fall within the Rookie eligibility period.
* **Submission Period:** September 25 (Fri), 6:00 PM – September 28 (Mon), 12:00 PM JST

**Group**

* For performances featuring two or more singers.
* **Submission Period:** September 25 (Fri), 9:00 PM – September 28 (Mon), 12:00 PM JST

A single video cannot be entered into multiple rankings at the same time. However, you may submit multiple different videos.

#### STEP 2. Prepare Your Cover Performance

Record your Utattemita (cover singing) performance.

Before uploading, make sure that:

* Your performance matches the requirements of your chosen ranking.
* You are uploading your own performance.
* Your video has not been uploaded outside the official submission period.

#### STEP 3. Upload Your Video to Niconico

**When uploading your video:**

* Select the 音楽・サウンド genre.
* Add the required participation tag(s) for your chosen ranking.
* Upload your video during the official submission period.
* Read and agree to the official event terms before publishing.
* Make sure the email address registered to your Niconico account is up to date, as the organizers will use it to contact selected participants.
* Allow your video to be featured on Niconico Live in the upload permission settings.
* Include your uploader name and the reading (pronunciation) of your song title in the video description.
* Register the original song as the parent work in the Niconico Content Tree to credit the original creator.

**Required Entry Tags:**

**TOP100**

* 歌ってみた
* 歌コレ2026秋TOP100

**Rookie**

* 歌ってみた
* 歌コレ2026秋ルーキー

**Group**

* 歌ってみた
* 歌コレ2026秋グループ

### Quick Reference: Japanese Terms

| Japanese Term           | English Explanation                                     |
| ----------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
| 会員登録                    | Register / Create an Account                            |
| 投稿                      | Upload                                                  |
| 投稿する                    | Upload Video                                            |
| 投稿期間                    | Submission Period                                       |
| ジャンル                    | Genre                                                   |
| 音楽・サウンド                 | Music / Sound                                           |
| タグ                      | Tag                                                     |
| タグロック                   | Lock Tag                                                |
| 動画説明欄                   | Video Description                                       |
| 許可設定                    | Permission Settings                                     |
| ニコニコ生放送                 | Niconico Live                                           |
| コンテンツツリー                | Content Tree                                            |
| 親作品登録                   | Register Parent Work                                    |
| ランキング                   | Ranking                                                 |
| TOP100ランキング             | TOP100 Ranking                                          |
| ルーキーランキング               | Rookie Ranking                                          |
| グループランキング               | Group Ranking                                           |
| 参加曲                     | Entry Song                                              |
| 歌ってみた                   | Utattemita (Cover Song)                                 |
| ボカロ                     | Vocaloid                                                |
| ボカコレ                    | The VOCALOID Collection                                 |
| 歌踊コレ                    | UtaOdo Collection                                       |
| ボカコレ2026夏TOP100ランキング参加曲 | The VOCALOID Collection ～2026 Summer～ TOP100 Entry Tag  |
| ボカコレ2026夏ルーキー参加曲        | The VOCALOID Collection ～2026 Summer～ Rookie Entry Tag  |
| 歌コレ2026秋TOP100          | UtaOdo Collection ～2026 Autumn～ TOP100 Entry Tag        |
| 歌コレ2026秋ルーキー            | UtaOdo Collection ～2026 Autumn～ Rookie Entry Tag        |
| 歌コレ2026秋グループ            | UtaOdo Collection ～2026 Autumn～ Group Entry Tag         |
| 規約                      | Terms & Conditions                                      |
| 応募                      | Entry / Application                                     |
| 審査                      | Judging                                                 |
| 受賞                      | Award Winner                                            |
| 結果発表                    | Results Announcement                                    |
| 集計対象外                   | Not Counted Toward the Ranking / Ineligible for Ranking |
| 保存                      | Save                                                    |
| 公開                      | Publish                                                 |
| 下書き                     | Draft                                                   |
| 編集                      | Edit                                                    |
| 次へ                      | Next                                                    |
| 戻る                      | Back                                                    |
| 確認                      | Confirm                                                 |
| 完了                      | Complete                                                |

### New to Niconico? Create a Free Account

Before entering either contest, you'll need a free Niconico account.

**Step 1. Go to the Niconico Registration Page**

Visit [nicovideo.jp](https://www.nicovideo.jp/) and click 「会員登録」 (Register).

**Step 2. Create Your Account**

Follow the on-screen registration process to create a free account.

**Step 3. Verify Your Email**

Follow the verification email to activate your account, then complete your profile.

**Full Sign-Up Video:**

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**Helpful Tips**

* Niconico is primarily available in Japanese. If needed, use your browser's built-in translation feature (such as Google Chrome Translate) to navigate the website.
* Creators outside Japan are welcome to participate.

### Entered the Contest? Let Us Know!

If you created your entry with the **GATE2 Ending Theme Award** in mind, we'd love to see it!

After submitting your entry:

* Follow **@gate\_animeEN** on X.
* Share your entry using **#gate2ed** together with the official event hashtag.
* Tag **@gate\_animeEN** so we can find your post.

Our official account may like, comment on, or repost selected entries to help showcase the community.

**Using #gate2ed is completely optional and does not affect the judging process.** All eligible contest entries will be considered for the GATE2 Award, regardless of whether they are shared on social media.

### Not Entering? You Can Still Support the Community!

You don't need to be a producer or singer to be part of the GATE2 ED journey.

During the contest period, you can help your favorite creators by sharing their entries on X (formerly Twitter). When sharing, include the official event hashtag together with **#gate2ed**.

**Contest 1 — The VOCALOID Collection ～2026 Summer～**

* \#ボカコレ2026夏&#x20;
* \#gate2ed
* @gate\_animeEN

**Contest 2 — UtaOdo Collection ～2026 Autumn～**

* \#歌踊コレ2026秋 #歌ってみた
* \#gate2ed
* @gate\_animeEN

The official event hashtag helps your post become part of the community conversation, while tagging us helps us discover your post.

While social media activity does not influence the judging process, every share helps more people discover the amazing talent participating in the contest.

### FAQ

1. **Can fans vote?** Yes. Fans can vote by like and comment for the whole event on Niconico side. From the eligible entries, the GATE2 project team will review and select the GATE2 Award winners. You can follow the contest, share entries, and cheer for your favorites on [X](https://x.com/oshikatsu_co) and [Discord](https://discord.gg/oshi).
2. **Can I enter from outside Japan?** Yes.
3. **Does my Contest 2 entry have to be a GATE 2 song, or in Japanese?** No. Enter with your own covers, in your own style. The committee is choosing a voice, not a specific song.
4. **When will we hear the winning song?** TBD. The announcement will be made on official channels. The winning song stays confidential during Contest 2.
5. **What is the GATE 2 Award?** It's the special award Oshi sponsors at each event. You don't enter it separately. Entering the event's regular rankings makes you eligible.

***

©Takumi Yanai, AlphaPolis / GATE2 Production Committee