Hi Mike, thank you for your review. We’re sorry that this order did not meet your expectations, however there are several points that need clarification for accuracy.
1. Product & processing time
Part of your order contained a brand new English Union Arena release. This product is a North America–exclusive release that launched mid-December and therefore must be shipped from our suppliers in North America to the UK, which is standard and well understood within the hobby. As clearly stated in the product description and our shipping policy, this item carried a 4–6 working day processing time, which was also reiterated in our Instagram conversation.
2. Delivery service vs processing time
You selected DPD Next Day Delivery, which applies once an order has been dispatched. This does not override the processing time shown on the listing. Your order was processed, packed, and dispatched within 5 working days, fully in line with the stated timeframe.
3. Expectations around Christmas
Your order was placed on 18 December, shortly before the DPD cut-off for pre-Christmas next day delivery, and during the busiest retail period of the year. While we understand the hope for delivery before Christmas, this was realistically unlikely and was communicated clearly. Despite this, we processed your order earlier than required in an effort to get it to you as quickly as possible.
4. Dispatch & courier handover
Your parcel was packed early and a shipping label was created on 23 December, with a collection arranged for the next working day. When the scheduled collection did not take place, we ensured the parcel was handed over directly so it entered the courier network without further delay. The order was not processed late and remained within the stated timeframe throughout.
5. Communication channels
Instagram is one of our communication channels, but it is not our only contact method. We also provide a contact form on our website’s “Contact Us” page, as well as a customer service email address, which is clearly included in the order confirmation email. Updates were provided... repeated messages requesting the same information did not alter the timeline already communicated.
6. Review responses
We respond to all reviews, positive and negative, as part of maintaining transparency.
We appreciate that waiting during the Christmas period can be frustrating. However, this order was processed within the timeframe shown on the listing, dispatched using the selected delivery service, and handled with care (including steps taken beyond what was required to speed things up where possible).
We’re sorry this experience didn’t align with your expectations, but we stand by the accuracy of our listing, our communication, and the way this order was fulfilled.
— m3rcury