Please be aware that this is a prize item, and as such, may have initial imperfections or individual variations. Please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about these details. The item will be protected from water damage during shipping. Depending on the size, the item may be compressed for shipping. Thank you for your understanding. I also have other items from the same series available, so please feel free to take a look. Discounts are available for combined purchases. If you have any other questions, please feel to ask in the comments.