Yep, you missed a heck of a lot. Here is a quick run down of the things I know you've missed (I'm sure there are others that other folk can point out):

• Genkai 2 & 3 : Many of us have now gotten our Genkai 2 & 3. Thirsty and myself just did Genkai 2 last week, and I know that Ravenclaw did 3 over the weekend with some others.
• Low level semi-static : A low level semi-static was formed and got several people partially through the dunes.
• Valsery Returned : Duh.
• RSE, Rank 5, Mission mania : Did quite a few missions and RSE for people (such as Valsery). Drifter, Droopy, Kyler, Valsery et al. have risen in rank.
• BCNM & more BCNM : Been a slight BCNM feeding frenzy lately. Treasures & Tribulations has been one of the biggest ones and we have managed to get several people their astral rings that way.
• Garrison : Had a semi-successful Garrison run or two. We want to do more, but haven't.
• Maior became busy : I'm getting married this week... so I posted my schedule to let people know when I will be back.

In summary, you missed a hell of a lot.

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