Question 1

What is a Lock in the Drop Calendar?

Accepted Answer

Locks are The Real Collector's highest-conviction picks. The engine applies the Lock rules; a language model does not decide the badge.

Question 2

What is a Value Play?

Accepted Answer

Value Play is the calendar's other engine-assigned band. The approved issue provides the release details and editorial rationale for each pick.

Question 3

How much does The Real Collector cost?

Accepted Answer

Rookie is the free account tier. Collector is the paid subscription that unlocks the weekly Drop Calendar. Insider is not open; eligible members can join its waitlist. Current pricing and included features are shown in the live pricing section.

Question 4

When is the Drop Calendar published?

Accepted Answer

Drop Calendar issues are prepared weekly across collectible categories. The member dashboard shows the latest issue available to the account.

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