THIS CITY SUFFERS A WRETCHED ODOR

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

Throughout the late 1800s, a subtle but intense struggle for influence gripped Central Asia. The British Empire| The Tsarist regime of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this remote and alluring region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. The two rival states engaged in a web of secret diplomacy, supporting various factions. Th