"As far as the Priest Promo ‘sequence’, remember that this quest was given **before** the festival began so it is ‘logically’ legitimate. It doesn’t need to wait for the Festival end. Besides, EI is somewhat remote from the mainland, and they don’t necessarily celebrate mainland festivals.

As far as the Paladin promo, it was granted by the Messenger of the Saints. Perhaps they don’t recognize local festivals? It’s really a mute point, though. It give the players additional tasks while completing the Courier Quests."