📘 FOUNDING PARTNER HANDBOOK
Otaku Award — The Web3 Anime Golden Globes
Version 1.0 | 2025
1. WELCOME MESSAGE
Dear Founding Partner,
Thank you for joining the very first group of visionaries shaping the future of anime culture.
The Otaku Award is built to become the world’s first Web3-powered international anime award, connecting creators, cosplayers, designers, fans, and innovators around the world.
Your participation as a Founding Partner (R/001–500) marks the beginning of a new era — where anime meets Web3, fashion, and global recognition.
Welcome to the core circle.
— Otaku Award Team
2. PROJECT OVERVIEW
2.1 What is Otaku Award?
The Otaku Award is a global award system celebrating excellence in:
• Anime
• Cosplay
• Character design
• Fashion inspired by anime
• Digital creators
• Web3 anime projects
It serves as the premier platform that merges culture + technology + creativity.
2.2 Vision
To build the world’s most influential Anime Golden Globes, powered by community governance and Web3 transparency.
2.3 Mission
• Elevate anime culture onto the global stage
• Empower creators worldwide
• Connect fans, designers, and industry leaders
• Build the first decentralized anime ecosystem
• Create the world’s largest anime cultural festival
3. ABOUT FOUNDING PARTNERS
3.1 What is a Founding Partner?
A Founding Partner (LP 001–500) is an early supporter who helps establish, grow, and govern the Otaku Award ecosystem.
It is a lifetime membership, limited forever to 500 members.
3.2 Your Identity
Each member receives:
• Unique ID: R/001–500
• Permanent recognition on official website
• VIP privileges for annual Anime Fashion Week
• Founder Badge (digital collectible)
4. BENEFITS & PRIVILEGES
4.1 Annual Event Benefits
As a Founding Partner, you receive:
• VIP pass to Anime Fashion Week 2026
• Priority seating
• Backstage visit (special access)
• Red-carpet photo opportunity
• Founder-only networking session
4.2 Governance Rights
You gain:
• Early access to vote on pre-nomination lists
• Rights to participate in community decisions
• Invitation to closed-door discussions with judges and organizers
(Note: governance rights do not include financial returns.)
4.3 Ecosystem Rights
• Early access to new product lines
• Priority for limited-edition merchandise
• Discount for future events and competitions
• Pre-mint access to digital collectibles
4.4 Founder Recognition
• Public display of your name or alias on the official website
• Featured in the “Founding Partner Wall” at events
• Eligible for exclusive founder-only content drops
5. OBLIGATIONS OF FOUNDING PARTNERS
To maintain the integrity of the founding circle, partners are expected to:
• Support the promotion of Otaku Award
• Participate in major voting rounds
• Uphold community guidelines
• Protect the brand and reputation of the project
• Engage respectfully in discussions and events
No heavy obligations, but active contributions are welcomed.
6. TIERS OF FOUNDING PARTNERS
6.1 R/001–020 — Elite Circle
• Strongest privileges
• Early access to judge discussions
• Priority for AFW front-row seats
• VIP gift pack
• Limited to 20 worldwide
6.2 R/021–100 — Core Founders
• Standard founder privileges
• VIP AFW access
• Community governance rights
6.3 R/101–500 — Global Founders
• Lifetime founder membership
• Access to all standard benefits
7. COMMUNITY & COMMUNICATION
7.1 Official Channels
• Telegram (Founders Only)
• Discord (Upcoming)
• X / Twitter Official Page
• Email Newsletter
After registration, partners will receive invitation links to private groups.
8. REGISTRATION & VERIFICATION
8.1 How to Register
1. Scan the QR on the official poster
2. Complete the registration form
3. Select your Founder Tier
4. Make payment (Credit Card / USDT / Stripe)
5. Receive confirmation email + ID number
8.2 Verification
Your Founder ID (R/xxx) will be added to:
• Blockchain-based registry
• Official website founder list
• Event check-in system
9. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Q1. Is the membership lifetime?
Yes. Founding Partner status never expires.
Q2. Can I transfer my Founder ID?
Transferability will be enabled through a later digital collectible system.
Q3. Do I receive dividends?
No. This membership provides cultural & event benefits, not financial returns.
Q4. Will more than 500 founders ever be added?
No. 500 is the permanent maximum.