I had a HUGE chuckle when I saw the Rising event vendor in Ul'dah. I always preffered that look over the one we have now. That could be nostalgia glasses though speaking for me.

Overall I don't give 2 craps if the event broke the 4th wall, it made me grin like a kid on Christmas morning. Besides, it only matters when a MSQ breaks illusion, little events like these are more about fun than lore-friendly realism.

Bravo SE, and thank you for a fantastic MMO.