What is Luminalia?
Luminalia is an annual holiday celebrated by both the Banu and Humans on December 22. It originated as the irregularly-held Banu festival 'tsikti efanga' (Glow Festival), and is marked by the lighting of ceremonial lamps that stay lit until their fuel is consumed. While the lamps are burning, all Banu, no matter where they are, are considered one Souli (a group of cohabiting Banu who have formed an alliance centered around a specific, shared skillset). They invite friends, business associates, and passing strangers into their Soulis and give them gifts so they will always have something to sell.

Today, Banu and Humans commemorate Luminalia with gift-exchanges, present hunts, glowing lights, food and drink, and gatherings of family, friends, business associates, and acquaintances.

For more info on Luminalia, check out its article on the Galactapedia.

The Spirit of Giving
Luminalia brings with it traditions of exchanging gifts, and this year is no exception. Stanton's traders invite you to look for hidden gift-boxes around every landing zone, as well as in loot containers across Stanton, that you can sell at trading kiosks or deliver to folks all around the ‘verse.

Hauling Gifts Galore
It's that wonderful time of year of giving gifts, but how do these gift boxes make it across the 'verse? Well, someone has to deliver those festive packages, that's how! For a limited time, participate in missions to help deliver bow adorned packages throughout the system, and reap the rewards (and probably good karma).

Luminalia Screenshot Contest
As you merrily deliver presents throughout the 'verse, we invite you to document your joyous journey in this years Luminalia Screenshot Contest. Show us how you're celebrating the occasion for a chance to win a luminous gift of your own.

Click here for details.

Season's Greetings from your favorite Shipmaker
On the heels of the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo, vehicle manufacturers from around the 'verse are looking to express their appreciation by sending season's greetings to their valued customers. Design a holiday greeting card from your favorite manufacturer to its loyal customers, for a chance to win even more prizes.

Click here for details.

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-Luminalia brings with it traditions of exchanging gifts, and this year is no exception. Stanton's traders invite you to look for hidden gift-boxes around every landing zone that you can sell at trading kiosks or deliver to folks all around the ‘verse.
+Luminalia brings with it traditions of exchanging gifts, and this year is no exception. Stanton's traders invite you to look for hidden gift-boxes around every landing zone, as well as in loot containers across Stanton, that you can sell at trading kiosks or deliver to folks all around the ‘verse.