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Jetdoc · Jan 04, 2007, 10:55 PM // 22:55

Official ending time per guildwars.com...

Wintersday Event Extended! 5 January 2007
We are happy to announce that the Wintersday Event will be extended until 11:59 p.m. PST on Thursday, January 11th (7:59 a.m. GMT Friday, January 12th). You can use these days to enjoy more PvP battles in the Snowball Arena, to join the holiday quests and missions, and to redeem your collected Candy Cane Shards for Wintersday Gifts. Find out more here.

http://www.guildwars.com/community/t...ibe-070104.php

January 4, 2007

Wintersday Concludes, And the Winner is...

The Wintersday challenge has concluded. And yet, as many have noticed, warm weather has not returned. Though the lands in Tyria and Elona haven't yet thawed, those loyal to Dwayna assure me that soon only the mighty Shiverpeak Mountains will be covered in Grenth's white blanket.

The Avatar of Grenth has expressed his satisfaction with the performance of Grenth's supporters during the divine challenge, assuring those loyal to Grenth that they have successfully forestalled the thaw for as long as can be expected. He did, however, grumble that his deity is slightly annoyed at the inevitable return of the warm weather; it seems no amount of support can prevent spring's thaw completely.

Dwayna's loyalists dismiss the avatar's claims of victory as premature rubbish, and have proclaimed their beloved goddess the victor of the annual competition. With spring on the horizon and the snowline undoubtedly receding to its summer refuge high in the mountains, Dwayna's followers steadfastly claim that victory is theirs.

Well, I have been given the honor of announcing this year's victor and putting all the arguments to rest. It does appear that the Avatar of Grenth was correct in his assessment, and his patron deity did indeed emerge the champion, thus delaying the inevitable return of spring. Yes, winter, and the Wintersday Festival activities and decorations shall remain for at least another week in light of Grenth's victory over Dwayna. Citizens will continue to trade their Candy Cane Shards for Candy Cane Weapons or other prizes until the cold climes finally leave the valleys and return to their mountain homes.

Grenth's followers will no doubt rub this victory in the faces of Dwayna's loyalists—just as many of them have rubbed snow in their opponents' mugs in the past. In turn, I suspect Dwayna will return next year with payback on her mind.

In the truest sense, though, no matter the outcome of the god vs. goddess battle, the people who attended this fine celebration were the real winners. Those who now don their Wintersday hat with pride, or wield the red and white splendor of a Candy Cane Weapon, emerged from the event victorious. Whether you sang and danced to celebrate the return of spring with the supporters of Dwayna, or sat like miserable Grenth in the corner with your arms crossed, condemning the inevitable invasion of sunshine and warmth, I trust you enjoyed the festivities, and hope to see you next year!

Sir Skullcrasher · Jan 04, 2007, 10:58 PM // 22:58

I can collect CCS still! Cool, can't wait to get more Wintersday items!

Ashleigh McMahon · Jan 04, 2007, 11:00 PM // 23:00

Thanks for letting us know.
Does anyone know if it will be possible to obtain hats during this extended week?

Thanks.

Curse You · Jan 04, 2007, 11:20 PM // 23:20

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Originally Posted by Ashleigh McMahon

Thanks for letting us know.
Does anyone know if it will be possible to obtain hats during this extended week?

Thanks.

No, you can't. Gaile already said that the only way to get a hat was to be at the finale.

SerenitySilverstar · Jan 04, 2007, 11:26 PM // 23:26

Neat! More Nog! More CCS! *hic*

Havre Fras · Jan 05, 2007, 12:17 AM // 00:17

I wouldn't actually class the hat giving day as the finale now.

I suppose its a great thing for people who are farming the items, meh, i'm not really into that kinda stuff anymore.

Merry extended Wintersday, folks!

Shadowfox1125 · Jan 05, 2007, 12:23 AM // 00:23

Eh, return my Kamadan back to its former glory..

I'm looking to sell my Wintersday gifts and items after CCshards can't be collected and after the Gifts Collector is removed.. c'mon.

Dwayna was supposed to win. /cry

Zinger314 · Jan 05, 2007, 12:26 AM // 00:26

No complaints here. Although I'll be a bit surprised if we don't get a sexy update when it ends (i.e. SKILL BALANCE!)

cruciaxor · Jan 05, 2007, 12:31 AM // 00:31

one more week of snow... good i guess. too bad we lost. WE WILL WIN NEXT YEAR!!!!!!!!!! DOWN WITH GRENTH!

Saraphim · Jan 05, 2007, 12:43 AM // 00:43

Wintersday to last another week.

Translation: Oops, too many people in the dev team have holiday carried over and the skill balance won't be ready for another week.

Am I the only one who gets snow blindness in Kamadan? That much bloom on that much white = sunglasses time!!

LiQuId StEeL · Jan 05, 2007, 12:46 AM // 00:46

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Originally Posted by Zinger314

No complaints here. Although I'll be a bit surprised if we don't get a sexy update when it ends (i.e. SKILL BALANCE!)

*whack* hammer, meet nail

Wintersday is fun and all, but balances are so much more exciting!

Griff Mon · Jan 05, 2007, 12:47 AM // 00:47

I like it, too bad the critters stopped dropping CC shards. At least I haven't had one drop for me since January 2nd.

azathothx · Jan 05, 2007, 01:03 AM // 01:03

Ah darn it. I miss the sun. 2 to 3 weeks of festival is getting boring. I acually find myself staying away from the main cities, just so i don't have to listen to all the cries of "where can i get sanata hat?????????" and "when does hat start????" I think all the actual fun in wintersday has passed. It's outstaying its welcome imo.

Vinraith · Jan 05, 2007, 01:14 AM // 01:14

Ugh. Well, that'll crash the value of Wintersday items through the floor, so I'm glad I already sold them. I'm sick to death, honestly, of the event stuff. Sure I can ignore it for the most part, but it still kind of kills the magic of the whole thing to drag it out like this.

Gaile Gray · Jan 05, 2007, 01:51 AM // 01:51

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Originally Posted by Vinraith

Ugh. Well, that'll crash the value of Wintersday items through the floor, so I'm glad I already sold them. I'm sick to death, honestly, of the event stuff. Sure I can ignore it for the most part, but it still kind of kills the magic of the whole thing to drag it out like this.

And yet, to extend it a bit means that every day, a few more players who were unable to attend will be able to join the event, even if after Wintersday itself.

I'm not thinking of profit for items and I'm not worried about the game economy taking a hit; I'm told the effect of the Wintersday items on the economy is very small and an extension will have no negative effects. What I like about this extension is the fact that more can participate and enjoy, and that, to me, is a very good thing!

Ulivious The Reaper · Jan 05, 2007, 01:53 AM // 01:53

yay this means i can run my sis to LA to show her it still XD... and more free eggnogs for the title i've got like 42 so far

lishi · Jan 05, 2007, 01:59 AM // 01:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaile Gray

And yet, to extend it a bit means that every day, a few more players who were unable to attend will be able to join the event, even if after Wintersday itself.

I'm not thinking of profit for items and I'm not worried about the game economy taking a hit; I'm told the effect of the Wintersday items on the economy is very small and an extension will have no negative effects. What I like about this extension is the fact that more can participate and enjoy, and that, to me, is a very good thing!

i hope this wont delay the skill balance -_-°

Gaile Gray · Jan 05, 2007, 02:21 AM // 02:21

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Originally Posted by lishi

i hope this wont delay the skill balance -_-°

Not at all! These are completely unconnected and in no way impact on one another! Thanks for asking; I'm sure others wondered, too.

The inspiration for the extension mostly comes from the Taiwan earthquake and the fact that some are only now able to access the Internet. We thought it was in the spirit of the season to try to offer a small extension, and we're also planning the gift-sharing with Taiwanese players as well.

brokenmonkey · Jan 05, 2007, 02:31 AM // 02:31

Thats nice of Anet. ok, i guess ill go for another stack of Presents

SerenitySilverstar · Jan 05, 2007, 03:19 AM // 03:19

Anet: "Here, have more of a good thing!"

Community: *throws toys out of cot* "I don't WANT more of a good thing!"

Crikey, that reminded me of my 4 year old niece at her birthday party the other day.

Here, have some more nog

Thanks Gaile! That's very sweet of the team to keep it going for those who missed out.