Quote Originally Posted by StateAlchemist View Post
None of that matters. It's the principal. They said it themselves: "Physical prizes and gifts are great, but one of the biggest giveaways for attendees is the Fan Festival 2014 in-game item! Each attendee will come away with a special in-game item designed for the hardcore collector." It's been like that every fest. It has always been that special 'thanks for going the extra mile to show your support'... now it just feels like: 'hey since we're selling these to anyone (live-streams free so biggest reason to buy is for item...opening/closing ceremonies have never been THAT amazing), we'll throw yours in for free. There's nothing special or coveted about it. I am sure others attendees will feel the same way.
Do you not understand that paying for an HD livestream is also showing support to S-E? Especially given how expensive livestreaming events like this is. I don't expect the HD stream to be very cheap.