Kickstarter is a gamble. Have a look at the
Ultimate Cooler Fiasco.
The best line from the article if you don't want to read it is:
"It’s also a good reminder for Kickstarter enthusiasts: backing a project isn’t a pre-order, it’s an investment in an idea, with a possible reward somewhere along the line."
Not saying this will happen to Helix but you have to admit things are not off to a good start.