Xeonerable said:
Are those Hermes Shoes I see?
It appears when the Miqo'te runs back that they are the knee high work boots with the straps across the back.
You are right about the running speed not changing as well.
Another problem I have with it (however it may just be that the animation isn't complete)... normally when you do an action or weapon skill or cast a spell the area around you goes dark. None of the back ground is getting dark or reacting to the spell.