{"id":750,"date":"2025-01-03T08:23:29","date_gmt":"2025-01-03T07:23:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mechstrategen.de\/support\/"},"modified":"2026-01-22T14:54:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:54:15","slug":"support","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mechstrategen.de\/en\/support\/","title":{"rendered":"Support"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why your support is important<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mechstrategen.de is more than just a website &#8211; it&#8217;s a community and a home for everyone who shares a passion for mechs, strategy and in-depth content. But to make all this possible, I need your help. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"461\" src=\"https:\/\/mechstrategen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/AdobeStock_100477025-1024x461.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mechstrategen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/AdobeStock_100477025-1024x461.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/mechstrategen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/AdobeStock_100477025-300x135.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/mechstrategen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/AdobeStock_100477025-768x346.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/mechstrategen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/AdobeStock_100477025-1536x691.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/mechstrategen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/AdobeStock_100477025-2048x922.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why support (and Patreon) are necessary<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maintaining and developing a site like <strong>Mechstrategen.de<\/strong> requires time, energy and resources.<br\/>Here are some reasons why your help is crucial for the continued existence of the site:<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Technical costs<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Server and hosting:<\/strong> Powerful servers are required to ensure that the site remains reliable and quickly accessible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Software and tools:<\/strong> From design to text and image editing &#8211; I use numerous tools to constantly improve content and user experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. High quality content<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Research &amp; development:<\/strong> Strategies, campaigns and guides are not created overnight &#8211; they require intensive testing and a lot of fine-tuning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Editing &amp; layout:<\/strong> Well-written articles, scenarios and eBooks take time and dedication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Freedom from advertising<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I want to keep <strong>Mechstrategen.de largely free of advertising<\/strong> so that you can concentrate on the essentials &#8211; the content.<br\/>But this is only possible with the support of the community.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. further development of the site<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In order to realize new features, campaign packages, eBooks and community projects, I regularly invest in improving the platform.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How does your support help?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">very contribution counts &#8211; whether via <strong>Patreon<\/strong> or as a <strong>one-off donation<\/strong>.<br\/>Your support flows directly into:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>operation of the website<\/strong> so that it remains available around the clock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>creation of new content<\/strong>, such as strategy guides, scenarios and tactics guides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>development of new functions<\/strong> for a lively community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Support now &#8211; on Patreon or by donation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you would like to support me regularly, you can become a Patreon member:<br\/>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patreon.com\/Mechstrategen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Become a Patreon supporter now<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a Patreon member you receive:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Earlier access (48h)<\/strong> to new blog articles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusive scenarios, eBooks and downloads<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mentions in the blog and newsletter<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And the good feeling of actively helping to shape the Mechstrategen community!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Or support me via PayPal:<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/donate\/?hosted_button_id=S8ZUWHNUNPQYW\">Link to Paypal donation page of Mechstrategen.de<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both ways help to ensure the continued existence of the site &#8211; and give me the motivation to continue to be there for our community!<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Support without money &#8211; that helps too!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also support <strong>Mechstrategen.de<\/strong> without financial donations:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Donations in kind:<\/strong> A painted BattleMech, a vehicle or playing field elements bring new projects to life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Share &amp; network:<\/strong> Recommend the site to your friends, share posts or link to social media.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ideas &amp; feedback:<\/strong> Your suggestions help us to continuously improve Mechstrategen.de.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you would like to help in this way, please contact me at<br\/>\ud83d\udce7 <strong><a>soeren.spieckermann@web.de<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">or send me something directly to:<br\/> S\u00f6ren<strong>Spieckermann, Stauferstra\u00dfe 26, 74523 Schw\u00e4bisch Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Become part of the mission<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With your support &#8211; 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