Beginning December 21, the realms of Tyria, Cantha, and Elona will celebrate Wintersday for 12 days. The cities of Kamadan, Lion’s Arch, Droknar’s Forge, and Ascalon City are going to be decorated and NPCs will be holding special quests with extra special rewards. Some popular quests are making their return, while the good stuff like spiked eggnogs and candy cane shards are present as usual. To top it all, players who take either Grenth or Dwayna’s side will get valuable presents during the grand finale. For more details on Wintersday, head over to Guild Wars.

Wintersday approaches, can you all see the signs?
The grentches and snowmen will all soon align.

    For a battle in the end is what we all face;
To decide the wintry fate of the whole human race.

    Dwayna and Grenth will vie for our favor;
Through threats and presents of a wintergreen flavor.
In the end one shall win, one shall surely prevail;
Wintersday is almost upon us. That time of year when the gods Dwayna and Grenth fight over who will control the weather during the coming months.Will Grenth have his way and plunge the world win

ter or will Dwayna be able to melt enough hearts to bring about an early thaw? You will have the final say as the gods vie for your vote during the grand finale. The Wintersday event begins at Noon Pacific time (-8 GMT) on Friday, December 21, 2007 and runs for 12 days. During the event, the cities of Kamadan, Lion’s Arch, Droknar’s Forge, and Ascalon City will shine like beacons in the winter night sky with festive Wintersday decorations, while holiday NPCs walk the streets lending their holiday spirit to this jolly season. Visitors to these four cities will be invited to participate in special holiday quests, missions, and games, all with their own rewards. And don’t be surprised if a snowball fight breaks out before the end of the festival.
In addition those activities, the Wintersday grand finale will take place in Lion’s Arch and Kamadan every three hours during Wintersday itself. The first finale will begin at 12:01 AM Pacific on Tuesday, January 1, 2008, and the final event will begin at 12:01 AM on Wednesday, January 2, 2008.

So, mark your calendars and be sure to show up for another special Wintersday event in the world of Guild Wars. It promises to be the event of the season!

Holiday Events

Even before the grand finale, wherein Dwayna and Grenth promise the crowds gifts to gain their favor, Wintersday will provide many opportunities for wintry fun and presents. Here’s what you can expect:

* The return of two well-known Wintersday quests, which give you the chance to side with Grenth and his grentches or Dwayna and her snowmen before their final showdown. Unsure which deity to support? Try both quests to pick your favorite!

* The return of two quest chains unveiled last year involving polar bears, reindeer, and devious presents—oh my!

* Two new repeatable quests set in the (previously) Secret Lair of the Snowmen. Help save the snowmen, and all of Wintersday, or lead a group of grentches in for a final “bah, humbug” of the season; it’s your choice.

* Venture into the Underworld for a series of repeatable snowball fights against the forces of Grenth or the forces of Dwayna. Take control of piles of presents to insure your side’s victory in this frosty fray.

* For another dose of snowball mayhem, try out the PvP snowball fight. Random forces will unite within an arena to fight for either Grenth or Dwayna. The first team to gather five presents for its patron deity wins the day.

* And, if you believe the old adage that it is better to give than to receive, try your hand at the city event game in Lion’s Arch, Droknar’s Forge, Kamadan, and Ascalon City during the festivities. Deliver presents to the children before the grentches destroy Wintersday. You never know, the little urchins might reward you with something special for your generosity.
Holiday Rewards

In addition to the seasonally appropriate headwear you can receive from Dwayna or Grenth at the end of the grand finale, there are some more gifts and items.

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