AM8IC's first single album, RASCALS (Find The Pearl), is on pre-order at MAKESTAR. The event has its own photocard rules and a deadline, and both are worth knowing before you choose how many copies to put in one order.
What does the MAKESTAR AM8IC pre-order event give you?
If you pre-order AM8IC's RASCALS (Find The Pearl) on MAKESTAR between 2026.10.15 (Thu) 14:00 KST and 2026.10.28 (Wed) 23:59 KST, each album comes with 1 random photocard out of 5 types . If you buy 5 albums in a single order, you get 1 full SET of photocards with no duplicates . The event also picks 10 special gift winners . MAKESTAR's homepage lists it as the "AM8IC (엠빅) 1st Single Album RASCALS (Find The Pearl) PRE-ORDER PHOTOCARD EVENT" (source: MAKESTAR, 2026-10).
Quick Answer: Order AM8IC's RASCALS (Find The Pearl) on MAKESTAR from Oct 15, 14:00 KST to Oct 28, 23:59 KST, 2026. Each album includes 1 random photocard out of 5 types. Ordering 5 albums in one order gets you all 5 cards with no duplicates. 10 special gift winners will be announced after Oct 29, 15:00 KST.
The event photocard is MAKESTAR's pre-order benefit. It is separate from the selfie and unit photocards that come inside the album. If you order one, two or four copies, each benefit card is drawn at random from the 5 types, so you could get the same member more than once. The no-duplicate guarantee only applies when all 5 albums are in one order . Several smaller orders that add up to five do not qualify.
Here are the confirmed event terms:
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pre-order window | 2026.10.15 (Thu) 14:00 KST – 2026.10.28 (Wed) 23:59 KST |
| Photocard per album | 1 random photocard out of 5 types |
| 5 albums in a single order | 1 SET of photocards, no duplicates |
| Special gift winners | 10 people |
| Winner announcement | After 2026.10.29 (Thu) 15:00 KST, on the MAKESTAR event page |
| Benefit production time | Typically 1–2 weeks |
The event terms don't say what the special gift is, so we won't guess. Winners will be posted on the MAKESTAR event page after 15:00 KST on October 29 . That is the same day a comeback schedule lists the single's release, at 12 PM KST (source: KpopOfficial, 2026-10) . If you hope to win, check the event page that afternoon rather than waiting for an email.
A note on sources: the terms above come from MAKESTAR's event listing and the operator brief. We could not open the event's own product page, and the price per album has not been confirmed. Before you pay, open the event on MAKESTAR and check the current price, which versions are available, shipping costs and how checkout works. This matters most if you are building a five-album order. The sections below cover how the no-duplicate rule works, what is inside each version, and how MAKESTAR compares with overseas shops.
How does the 5-album, no-duplicate photocard rule work?
The rule has two parts. Each album you buy in the MAKESTAR event comes with one random pre-order photocard, drawn from five types. If you buy five albums in a single order, you get one full SET of all five photocards, with no duplicates . Only the fifth card is guaranteed, and only when all five albums are in the same order.
"1 random photocard provided per album, out of 5 types. Purchase 5 albums in a single order to receive 1 SET of photocards (no duplicates)," — MAKESTAR, event notice for AM8IC 1st Single Album RASCALS (Find The Pearl) (source: MAKESTAR)
Here is how the rule plays out for different order sizes:
- 1 to 4 albums in one order: each album gets one random card from the five types. Nothing stops two albums from getting the same card.
- 5 albums in one order: you get one complete SET of five different cards .
- 5 albums spread across several orders: the notice only describes the SET for a single order. Our reading is that split orders may each be treated as random draws, which means duplicates are possible.
That last point is our interpretation of the wording, not something MAKESTAR has said about split orders. The notice does not say whether orders can be combined later. It also does not say whether you can mix the PUNK and ROAD versions and still get the SET. If you plan to collect all five cards, put all five albums in one checkout. If you can't, check the event page or ask MAKESTAR Customer Support before you pay.
The contrast matters because random draws repeat. With five albums bought separately, each card is drawn independently from the same five types, so a full set is not guaranteed. Some fans end up trading or buying more albums to fill the gaps. The single-order condition removes that risk for one set of five. Ten albums in one order are not mentioned in the notice, so check the page before assuming you would get two sets.
Timing is the other thing to plan around. MAKESTAR says production of the event benefits typically takes 1–2 weeks . The pre-order window runs until 2026.10.28 (Wed) 23:59 KST . The single itself is listed for release on October 29, 2026 at 12 PM KST . Your cards may not ship on release day, so allow extra time before expecting delivery.
These event photocards are separate from the selfie and unit photocards packed inside each album version. The next section covers what each version contains.
What comes in the RASCALS (Find The Pearl) album itself?
RASCALS (Find The Pearl) is AM8IC's first single album. It has three tracks and comes in two physical versions, PUNK and ROAD. Each version includes a selfie photocard (random of 5) and a unit photocard (random of 3). A comeback schedule from Kpop Official lists the release for October 29, 2026 (Thursday) at 12 PM KST . Some overseas retailers, including KpopAlbums, list October 30, 2026 . The difference is probably due to time zones or shipping, not a change in the release.
Tracklist
The title track is "Rascals (Find The Pearl)" . The retailer listing gives this tracklist :
- RASCALS (Find The Pearl)
- Diamonds
- RASCALS (Find The Pearl) (Pop Punk Remix)
PUNK Ver. components
KpopAlbums lists these items in the PUNK version :
- 1 QR card
- 1 folded poster
- 3 stickers
- 16-page booklet
- 1 selfie photocard (random of 5)
- 1 unit photocard (random of 3)
ROAD Ver. components
The ROAD version comes in an envelope-and-postcard format instead of a booklet. The KpopAlbums ROAD listing lists these items :
- Envelope (150x150mm)
- QR card (55x85mm)
- Postcard set (130x130mm, 5 cards)
- 1 selfie photocard (random of 5)
- 1 unit photocard (random of 3)
Retailers such as KpopAlbums also sell a 2-version SET if you want both formats . Component lists can change before release, so check the product page you order from before checkout.
Album photocards vs. the MAKESTAR benefit card
If you order from MAKESTAR, each album will contain more than one kind of photocard. The selfie photocard (random of 5) and unit photocard (random of 3) come inside every PUNK and ROAD copy . The MAKESTAR pre-order photocard is an extra benefit. It is 1 random card out of 5 types per album, and 5 albums in a single order get 1 full SET with no duplicates . The no-duplicate rule covers only the MAKESTAR benefit cards. It does not cover the random selfie or unit photocards inside the albums, so a five-album order can still contain repeated inclusion cards.
How do other pre-order shops compare with MAKESTAR?
MAKESTAR is not the only place taking RASCALS (Find The Pearl) pre-orders. KpopAlbums, Kyyo (UK), BBANGYA (UK) and SubK Shop also list the single, but their bonuses, prices and deadlines are not the same as MAKESTAR's . The 5-album, no-duplicate photocard SET described above comes only with the MAKESTAR event, which runs until 2026.10.28 (Wed) 23:59 KST . If you buy from another shop, you get that shop's own offer, not the MAKESTAR benefit cards.
Here is how each listed shop sets up its pre-order:
- KpopAlbums sells the PUNK Ver. and the ROAD Ver. separately. It also sells a 2-version SET that pairs one copy of each .
- Kyyo is a UK shop with a pre-order listing for the single .
- BBANGYA is also a UK shop with a pre-order listing .
- SubK Shop lists the single along with an Apple Music pre-order bonus .
Some shops add an Apple Music pre-order bonus of 1 unreleased photocard, random out of 5 types . This is a separate event from MAKESTAR's. The Apple Music card is not part of the MAKESTAR photocard SET, and the MAKESTAR no-duplicate rule does not apply to it. Read each listing to see which benefit, if any, comes with your order.
Prices and deadlines differ between shops and change often. Search snippets during research showed KpopAlbums at $11.69 per version and a BBANGYA pre-order deadline of 26/10/26 . Neither figure was confirmed on the shop page itself, so check the price and cutoff at checkout. That BBANGYA date falls two days before MAKESTAR closes on October 28 . If you plan to compare shops before choosing one, start with the overseas shops, since their deadlines may come first.
What should you check before ordering: after-sales and personal data?
Before you order, check two deadlines and one data policy. Requests for an additional shipment or an exchange are reviewed only if you send them to Customer Support within 7 days of delivery. An exchange for a damaged album component can take 4 to 12 weeks . Your personal information goes to MAKESTAR and TOV Entertainment and is discarded within 1 year after the event ends . These terms come from the event listing on MAKESTAR.
The 7-day window starts on the delivery date, not the order date . Open the parcel as soon as it arrives and count the contents. If you bought 5 albums to get the no-duplicate set, confirm that the five event photocards are all different. Taking photos of the box, the album components and the photocards before you contact Customer Support gives you a clear record. A request sent after the window may not be reviewed at all.
The exchange timeline also matters if you want the items for a specific date. A replacement for a damaged album component may take 4 to 12 weeks , and production of the event benefits typically takes 1–2 weeks . A replacement could arrive well after the release date and the first promotional weeks. MAKESTAR's terms do not say whether a missing or duplicated event photocard counts as a damaged component, so ask Customer Support directly if that applies to you.
On personal data, the listed recipients are MAKESTAR and TOV Entertainment, AM8IC's agency . The data is used to run the event, including the draw for 10 special gift winners, and is discarded within 1 year after the event ends . Make sure the name and contact details on your account are the ones you want linked to a winner entry.
Pre-order checklist:
- Order window: 2026.10.15 (Thu) 14:00 KST to 2026.10.28 (Wed) 23:59 KST. Convert the deadline to your local time zone .
- Single-order condition: Put all 5 albums in one order. The no-duplicate photocard SET applies only to 5 albums bought in a single order .
- Shipping address: Check your address and contact number before you pay. The 7-day after-sales window depends on you receiving the parcel and checking it promptly .
- Announcement date: Winners are posted on the MAKESTAR event page after 2026.10.29 (Thu) 15:00 KST .
- Price: The per-album event price was not confirmed in our research. Check it on the event page at checkout.
Who is AM8IC and where does RASCALS fit?
AM8IC (엠빅) is a five-member boy group under TOV Entertainment, and RASCALS (Find The Pearl) is their first single album. The group debuted on November 10, 2025 with their first EP, LUKOIE . TOV Entertainment is named with MAKESTAR as a recipient of personal information for this pre-order event, which is how the agency is confirmed here . For background on the group, see the AM8IC page on Kpop Wiki.
The debut EP can still be bought on MAKESTAR. It is listed as a TINCASE version priced at ₩23,000 . If you are coming to the group through RASCALS and want their earlier release as well, check the MAKESTAR LUKOIE listing for current stock and shipping before you place your pre-order. Some fans may want both albums in one parcel.
RASCALS (Find The Pearl) is the group's next release after LUKOIE. A comeback schedule lists it for October 29, 2026 (Thursday) at 12 PM KST . That is the same day MAKESTAR's winner announcement window opens. Here is how the dates line up:
- November 10, 2025: debut with the EP LUKOIE
- October 15–28, 2026: MAKESTAR pre-order photocard event
- October 29, 2026: RASCALS (Find The Pearl) release, listed by Kpopofficial
You may see online reports that this single comes before a second EP called "The Blind" in February 2027. We could not confirm that from any source we read, and the comeback schedule does not mention it, so treat it as unconfirmed until TOV Entertainment announces it.
The practical takeaway: if you want a full set of the five MAKESTAR event photocards with no repeats, put all 5 albums in one order before 2026.10.28 (Wed) 23:59 KST . Then check the event page after 15:00 KST on October 29 to see if you are one of the 10 special gift winners.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the MAKESTAR AM8IC pre-order start and end?
The MAKESTAR pre-order photocard event for AM8IC's 1st single album RASCALS (Find The Pearl) opens on 2026.10.15 (Thu) at 14:00 KST and closes on 2026.10.28 (Wed) at 23:59 KST . Only orders placed in that window count toward the event. Overseas fans should convert the deadline to their own time zone before checkout. You can check current pricing and order details on the MAKESTAR event page.
How do I get a full photocard set with no duplicates?
Buy 5 albums in a single MAKESTAR order and you get 1 SET of the event photocards with no duplicates. If you buy albums one at a time, each album comes with 1 random photocard out of 5 types, so separate orders can give you repeats . The event photocard is separate from the random selfie and unit photocards packed inside the PUNK and ROAD versions .
When are the special gift winners announced?
MAKESTAR will announce winners after 2026.10.29 (Thu) at 15:00 KST on the event page, and there are 10 special gift winners . The event terms available so far don't describe the special gift itself. Check the MAKESTAR event page after the announcement time to see the results.
When is RASCALS (Find The Pearl) released?
A comeback schedule lists AM8IC's RASCALS (Find The Pearl) for October 29, 2026 (Thursday) at 12 PM KST, with "Rascals (Find The Pearl)" as the title track . Some overseas retailers, such as KpopAlbums, list October 30, 2026 . The one-day gap is probably a time-zone or shipping difference.
What if my album arrives damaged or I need an exchange?
Send your request to MAKESTAR Customer Support within 7 days of the delivery date. Requests for additional shipment or exchange are only reviewed if they come in within that window. If an album component is damaged, the exchange may take 4 to 12 weeks . Open your package and check every item as soon as it arrives so you don't miss the 7-day limit.
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