What Rewards Do Patrons Get For Under The Oak Tree Novel Patreon?

Man, I’ve been subscribing to Rifujin’s Patreon for the ‘Under the Oak Tree’ novel for over a year now, so I can give you the full rundown. The main draw is early access to the official English translation. Patrons at the lowest tier get new chapters several days before they hit regular platforms like Webnovel or Manta. It’s not a massive lead time, but if you’re as desperate as I was after book one, those few days feel like a lifeline.

Beyond that, there’s a ton of bonus content that makes it worth it for superfans. You get detailed character Q&As, concept art sketches that aren’t posted anywhere else, and sometimes even short side stories from Maxi or Riftan’s POV. The higher tiers offer things like PDF compilations of entire volumes, which is great for offline reading, and access to exclusive Discord channels where you can chat with other patrons. Honestly, the community there is half the fun—lots of theories and screaming about the latest chapters.

For me, the best ‘reward’ is just knowing I’m directly supporting the author while getting a more intimate look at the story’s world. The occasional polls where Rifujin asks for reader input on minor details feel really special, like you’re part of the process. The early chapters are the headline, but the behind-the-scenes stuff is what keeps me pledged.

Early chapters, some exclusive art and Q&As, and community Discord access. It’s worth it if you’re deeply into the series and hate waiting. The direct support for the author is the real point for me.

The rewards are pretty straightforward and focused on early access. The basic $5 tier lets you read new chapters as they’re translated, usually a week or so before general release. I find it a fair price to avoid the agonizing wait, especially during intense arcs. Higher tiers throw in things like digital art and compiled ebooks. I’m only in for the chapters, though. The other extras are nice but not essential for my reading habit.

Honestly, I was a bit disappointed at first? I think I’d built it up in my head to be more. You do get chapters early, which is great, but sometimes the schedule slips—which is totally understandable, translation is hard work. The bonus materials are cool but sporadic; you might get a beautiful piece of art one month and then just the chapters for the next two. I stick around because I want to support the author’s work directly, and even a few days’ head start on a new chapter feels valuable when you’re invested in Maxi and Riftan’s messy relationship. The Discord is surprisingly active and well-moderated, which adds value. It’s less a constant stream of goodies and more a steady, reliable pipeline for the story itself, with occasional lovely surprises.