I want to thank all of the players for the kind words about their experiences at this event. We had such fun playing with you!! We'll definitely be taking any feedback and critiques offered into consideration as we continue the threadwork we've established at Valley of Gold.

A LOT of time and effort went into planning and executing this festival. I wanted to do an event this year that had a larger world scope and was focused solely around bringing roleplaying opportunities to the masses. Aid between the East/West started with the players originally, so I felt like this would provide the best platform to further existing interest, but I also hoped it would encourage new players to become more involved politically and possibly get them invested in future storylines, too.

When I approached Valyrka about weaving the existing Aid to the West storyline into my event idea, she was ALL IN! I cannot thank her enough for all the time she put into organizing and designing for Valley of Gold. Her dedication and reliability as a GM is unmatched. She is so passionate about the areas she oversees for us, and I could not have done this event without her. I don't have the words to truly show my appreciation. THANK YOU IS NOT ENOUGH, VALYRKA!

Lydil, thank you for all the guidance and oversight that we needed on all things human in the planning stages. You were invaluable to the process. More thanks for bringing our very important human NPCs to life, and for all the time you put in, both before and during the event!

Documentation Thank Yous To: Annanasi, Auchand, Kenstrom, Kynlee, Mazreth, and Skhorne

Shops and Structures Thank Yous To: Valyrka, Elysani, Elidi, Skhorne, Annanasi, Tamuz, Naionna, Quilic, and Wraex

Special thanks to Vanah for her work on the new verbs, and to all of QC for their quality control.

We had so many GMs roleplay above and beyond what was asked of them for this event. My sincerest gratitude goes out to Valyrka, Lydil, Mazreth, Aiza, Annanasi, Kynlee, Xeraphina, Ubiq, Mikos, and Host Kebchet for brilliantly animating the event.

Every single GM on the Subscriptions Team had a hand in doing something for this event. Endless thank yous to my entire team for their hard work to make this a great time for players. So many other folks were involved behind the scenes that I'm bound to forget someone, but a tip of the hat all around to staff for helping my team with Valley of Gold. I am so thankful to create with you all.

Hearts and excelsior!

~Galene

SGM of Subscriptions

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