The Chronicle

of the month of Menderal in the year 138

According to sources within the higher echelons of the council, Lord Chief Magistrate Raphael Fitz-Simmons is sounding people out over a new concept. Apparently he plans a "Reform of the electoral system, which will stabilise the government of the city, ensure good, efficient government and save money.”

Most of the Royal family has retired to its summer lodge at Easthaga, taking a detachment of the second cavalry regiment as household guard. Rumour has it that the Queen is not impressed with the discipline of the seventh infantry regiment and has placed her famous rose garden out of bounds. The Queens opinion appears to be shared by many city watchmen, perhaps others areas may be placed off limits?