Yes, I have subscribed to both the blog and the Telegram; on the Discord I'm given the impression this may be unreliable. I don't get why I can't pre-order now

Yes, I have subscribed to both the blog and the Telegram; on the Discord I'm given the impression this may be unreliable. I don't get why I can't pre-order now; if I'm willing to spend money on a promise, like with Kickstarter, then I should be able to do so here.