THIS CITY SUFFERS A WRETCHED ODOR

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

Throughout the late 1800s, a subtle but intense competition for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist administration of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this resource-rich region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. Each power engaged in a web of secret diplomacy, supporting various factions. Their interests of