THIS CITY SUFFERS A WRETCHED ODOR

For days, the people of this once-vibrant city have endured a horrible stench that permeates every corner. Homes reek, and the air is so thick with the unbearable odor that even the bravest soul can't endure it for long. The source of this foulness remains a mystery, adding to the anxiety that grips the population. Every attempt to locate the culpr

Throughout the late Victorian era, a subtle but intense rivalry for influence gripped Central Asia. The British Empire| The Tsarist government of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this resource-rich region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. Both empires engaged in a web of clandestine operations, manipulating local leaders.