Week 8- Part 1

''The newspaper on June 12th holds the events of the weekend, in all their foolish glory. As you read it, you can’t help feeling… dismayed? What have you done to London in your last week as demigods? For that matter, the past 8 weeks? Have you really improved it or made progress? Or was your presence actively harmful to the citizens and to the city, to Britain? Did you use your powers to benefit others? Or did you use them for selfish purposes, without a thought to the consequences. Ah, the consequences. You read on.''



Sunday, June 12, 1880
Christmas in June? A freak snowstorm hit London this weekend, but *only* in Whitechapel. Citizens came out in full force, bringing food, drinks, and blankets for all. Delightful winter activities were engaged in by all. Meteorologists are baffled by this unseasonal cold and snow. It came on as quickly as it left, however, and after just a few hours, the wintry miracle had melted once again.

Napoleon of Crime Dies On Thames Bridge

Claude Atterton, formerly London’s most wanted, died attempting a seditionist plot. After breaking into the Tower of London to steal valuables he was cornered on Thames Bridge and detonated a large number of explosives. Given his history of anarchist graffiti authorities believe he intended to use these to destroy the Houses of Parliament. The unusual appearance of the London skyline following this event is believed to be a result of fireworks and other chemicals from the explosion.

Chaos at London Zoo

Almost all of the animals at London Zoo were released into the streets of London, causing chaos on Saturday evening. It is believed that this may have been the work of Claude Atterton, perhaps a distraction for his break-in to the Tower. Though some of the animals have been tracked down and recovered, others still remain missing. Among these include the Zoo’s star attraction, Jumbo, the largest elephant in the world. Eyewitnesses report that Jumbo was last spotted with a tiara-bearing octopus astride him.

Hyperion Club Explosion An investigation into the Hyperion Club explosion this weekend shows that it was, indeed, a case of at least one bomber. The style seems to be that of known anarchist, William Bell. However, one additional detail seems to suggest otherwise. A mural seems to have been painted on the club before its explosion, the only detail left a rather unflattering portrait of August Benson, a clerk of Scotland Yard. Any information on Bell’s whereabouts or evidence suggesting another perpetrator should be reported to the Metropolitan Police.

Cult of Father Thames The ‘Father Thames Foundation’, a new philanthropic organization spearheaded by Captain James Voyage and Mr. Timothy Mink-Liu, held its first gathering this weekend. Though the organization appears on its face to be a charity supporting cleaning the river and public hygiene, it is clearly only a front for a cult led by none other than Mr. Mink-Liu, his loyal and devoted followers insisting that he is Blessed by Father Thames himself.

Edible Plants Overtake London Another Green Revolution is sparked in London as plants begin growing in previously thought to be barren areas of the city. A mysterious figure called “Mother Green” walks in their wake along with a young child. This time, all the plants grown are edible, and citizens flock to the new greenery in droves to feed their families.

Adalbert Factory Burned to the Ground Mr. Henry Adalbert’s factory was wracked with explosions on Saturday evening. Though the disaster took place during a shift change, many were still caught in the terrible blast. The hospital has not yet confirmed the count of injured workers in this terrible event. Mr. Adalbert himself made it out relatively unharmed and reports a tall creature with hands like knives accosting him in his office before the blast.

Martial Law and Curfew Again Declared in London Given the amount of crime and anarchist activity wracking London this week and over the past several months, the British Army will once again be taking up post in the city. Martial law has been declared and an even stricter curfew has been enforced.

PERSONAL, &c.
DR CHANDRA AURELIAN– Noted entomologist and founder of the Amythaon Society has died in a tragic house fire this week. Her staff were out of the house at the time, making the good doctor the only casualty in this unfortunate accident.

CAPTAIN JAMES VOYAGE– Has been reported missing by his daughter, Lobelia, after failing to return from a late night errand. There are currently no leads. Please report any information to Scotland Yard.