Week 6

Sunday May 28, 1880
Incident at the Bank of England Scotland Yard are looking to question a dark-haired gentleman after an incident at the Bank of England.



Parliament Supports Workers Rights Recent negotiations between the TUC and the British Government, resulting in a compromise that has acceded to a majority of the strikers demands. The strike however continues as the agreement is approved by parliament.

Army Returns to their Post Following the recent attack on the palace and the conviction of Mr. Hayward, the curfew has fully concluded and the Green Howards have returned to barracks. This paper thanks our brave soldiers for their service.

Clearwater Druggist Burned to the Ground The Clearwater Druggist, a wholesome family business that has served the community for generations, was burned to the ground this weekend in a seemingly meaningless act of vandalism. Count Kallos Kagathos was spotted comforting current owner Mabel Clearwater at the scene of the crime, but there are no further leads at this time. Please report any information to Scotland Yard.

Captain Eloise Blythe Retires The recent shock retirement of Captain Eloise Blythe has left Scotland yard short handed. It also seems a previous arrangement of funding for the Whitechaple community watch has ended with her departure, as no one else has stepped in to spearhead the community outreach program.

Luckily, an anonymous donor has provided sufficient funds to keep the Whitechapel Watch running for the rest of the year, but it seems they will need to make alternative plans to replace the lost funding.

Season Update Love continues to grace the London Season. The terribly scandalous Sybarite Dalán-dé has been spotted singing, dancing, and otherwise causing mischief with not one, but two of London’s most eligible bachelors- Bennett Otis and Night Mather. London newcomers Emmett Wight and Florin Weaver have been frequently seen in one another’s company as well, with the obvious assumption that they are courting. While Matthew Hennessy and Fiona Kelly’s courtship somehow escaped the notice of this publication, their recent proposal certainly did not! A surprising match, but based on the smiles on their faces after a lovely dinner at L’Oeuf Murmurant, one can only imagine that the answer was yes.

Whitechapel Water Shortage A disruption in water services left residents in Whitechapel without easy access to clean water for several days.

Smog Worsens The smog continues to worsen and additional injuries, deaths, and hospitalisations have been reported. Citizens report being unable to see out the window any more. Please continue to limit the amount of time spent outdoors for your safety.

Wilderness Explorers Club An exciting new outdoors club has been started by Professor Florin Weaver, the inaugural event of which took place this weekend. Boating with the college team, horsemanship with the hansom cab racers, and even archery with both catch of the season Lilian Thompson and the ever popular fete instructor Diana Morris. All guests enjoyed themselves immensely, and nearly all signed up as members, clamouring for the next event!

Impromptu Carriage Race An impromptu carriage race was carried out this weekend on the Isle of Dogs, made up of a mix of sailors and pub goers. The resulting race resulted in several carriages being destroyed and some minor injuries.

PERSONAL, &c.
LORD AMBROSE ERASUS-- After an impressive recovery just months prior, London’s favourite matchmaker has tragically passed away this weekend, finally succumbing to illness. He would be disappointed to miss the conclusion of this year’s London season, and would encourage all of you to make the most of it. JD BURKE’S DAGUERREOTYPES-- Recently engaged? Come get a daguerreotype taken at half price to commemorate the occasion! TUC FUNDRAISING BALL - Lady Mariposa invites all to join her at her estate for what promises to be a merry, wonderful, and diverting evening at her fundraising ball for the TUC. Tickets are 20/- for the upper classes, 10/- for the middle classes, and 1/- for the working classes. There will be food, wine, dancing, games, and much much more! MISSED CONNECTION: Three weeks ago, we accidentally collided in Whitechapel, each running in different directions. You probably didn't see me, but I saw you: a lady in a servant's outfit running from something. I haven't been able to stop thinking about you, and I want to help, if I can. Please leave word at the St. Gabes at the corner of [the nearest corner to Benjamin's Bereavements], and we may meet on your terms, at your convenience. VAULTGATE THEATER-- Is experiencing minor construction this week, as an accident in one of the boxes has left it with a gaping anvil-shaped hole. REWARD OFFERED -- Chestnut horse missing, answers to Zephyr, loves sugar cubes. If found please return to the King Richard. HYPERION CLUB-- Welcomes new members Martin Keene and Vanessa Gray. ANONYMOUS-- Are the Thompsons going bankrupt? Rumours abound that this once great family is struggling with debts since the general strike resulted in lost investments.

Gods’ Wars Addendum
''After you finish reading the news, a roll of parchment tied with a maroon ribbon falls into your hands. As you open it, nearly perfect handwriting outlines the following:''

As we approach the end of the competition, the Gods wish to offer an additional opportunity to impress them and gain points. As such, a final task from each God is offered below. These tasks can be completed by anyone who wishes to do so, however you may complete each only once. They are akin to public Quests- open to anyone, regardless of your status with that God. You are welcome to discuss strategies of completion further with them (or with me, as usual), but you do not need to get anyone’s permission to complete them.

You may only complete each task one time, but you can complete as many as you would like to. You have two more weeks to accumulate points. The final tasks are as follows:

Trickery: Pull a massive prank on everyone in the competition Justice: Be sure that only the deserving Ascend Balance: Ensure that you’ve left London a cleaner place than when you started Sporting: Hold a massive sporting competition with as many PCs and NPCs as possible Arts: Create a gigantic display of art in London for as many people to see as possible Fabrication: Invent something that will change the lives of Londoners forever Bonding: Sacrifice something for those you love Pugilism: Defeat a foe worthy of Ares Scholarship: Discover and reveal an important truth Hedonism: Ensure that everyone enjoys themselves one final time before the competition ends in the most memorable way possible ((OOC: These are Quests, which work as Tiresias described above! If you do end up taking actions to fulfill one of these, please be sure to say so and which one in your action resolution. Points can be accumulated in both Week 7 and Week 8 actions.)) One additional update- Aphrodite has taken up her post once again. She is now available to be contacted over mail or in person, should she wish to manifest and meet with you.