THIS CITY SUFFERS A WRETCHED ODOR

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

Throughout the late 1800s, a subtle but intense competition for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist regime of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this resource-rich region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. The two rival states engaged in a web of clandestine operations, playing chess with national destinies.