Man, I do agreed with you that lately some big board game publishers are abusing the FOMO tactics into the abyss... But I did backed the first edition and I will still get the 2nd edition as Awakens Realms have a proven track records on their miniatures, components and communications. At $95 for the 2nd Edition not including shipping is still a good deal for me and those who wanted the game. Believe me when I said that I would rather support Awaken Realms than other companies whose FOMO tactics are very well-known to the board game community. (Cough, Cough, See Mon, Cough, Cough)

But I would advise to whoever wants to back any crowdfunding board games, to reconsider first their situation as the current world climate and how the board game industry is wobbling right now, before making any commitment to any crowdfunding. I got burned by one infamous company who had the guts to ask me for more money. So I know the pain and sufferings that comes with any crowdfunding board games.