I did participate in this event. I did try to communicate with bugged npc's and follow the plot line. I did go to Southsun shore. I DID NOT get any reward. Thanks Anet. you rock (not). All that aside - The game has too many flaws for me to enjoy, I log in occasionally now. Perhaps they will fix things, perhaps not. There are more important things to worry and get concerned about.
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