Teaser: Campaign Session Two, "Fickle Fortunes"
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After the previous Queen Victoria's unexpected disappearance, the city was thrown briefly into further turmoil, but a new Queen has assumed the throne (accompanied, if the rumors are to be believed, by something of a scuffle with the old Queen).  Queen Victoria is settling in well, however, and things in the city seem calmer, although a few people have noticed curious apparitions, who do not linger long.  Not everything is as it might be wished, however - the nightmares continue, as does the wave of crime, though there have been no more unusual orphan murders.

Several new projects are underway, the grandest of them being a huge architectural masterpiece.  Though it is still under construction, this "Crystal Palace" (as it is becoming known) is visible when the fog is thin from nearly anywhere in the city.  Supposedly the Mills continue to produce objects of wondrous manufacture, though few are certain precisely what is being created there.  Finally, the long-abandoned Fairground seems more unreal than ever - though there are no further signs of the Ghost Carnival, it has a translucent, spectral quality about it, such that it no longer seems like a real place at all to most Victorians.  There are rumors that the Machines have something to do with this change, as they are often seen entering and leaving the place.

Those aware of the subtle workings of fashion in the city know that belts have become quite the statement.  They are being incorporated into suits, dresses, hats, handbags, and even coiffure.  A terrifically wealthy businessman, whose name is A. David Brandington, has recently arrived in the city, and has announced that he will be hosting the most extravagant party in recent memory this very evening!  Rumors would suggest that those of all classes and social standings are invited to attend.