Across the vast and sprawling domains of once mighty empires, a pervasive sense of unease has taken grip. The cornerstones that for centuries sustained their authority are showing undeniable signs of corrosion. Rebellions ignite in remote provinces, resentment festers among the populace, and once-loyal vassals begin to doubt the emperor's legitimac

On a blustery morning in that fateful year, disaster struck Boston. A massive reservoir filled with sticky, sweet molasses ruptured sending a tidal wave of the thick liquid crashing through the streets. The force was catastrophic, smashing buildings and burying residents in a treacly soup. Hundreds of people were fatally injured, and many more we