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Session 12

Es ist Problematisch

Overview

Locations: Bremen, Germany (various districts) and Glenwald.

Key Themes: Political tensions, cultural contrasts, and clues about Weiß Maus and the conspiracy.

Focus Areas: Exploration of Bremen's districts, interactions with locals, and the group's stay in Glenwald.

Key Locations in Bremen

The Rosy Boar

A bar frequented by sailors, possibly connected to local events and information.

The Slippery Shoe (Dustermarkt)

Known for asking for "Else," a potential lead related to the Sea Dragons.

The Creaky Stair

Located on the wall between Nordtor and Nordostliche Stadt, this inn houses Jacob and Imelda on the second floor in an underwater-themed room.

The Sixth Lane (Sechsspurig)

A wealthy area of town, notable for its luscious gardens and flower-lined streets.

Clues and Encounters

City Exploration

  • Post Office and Telegram Machine: A potential means for the group to communicate or intercept messages.
  • Fish Markets and Pumpkins: Indications of the city preparing for Halloween festivities.
  • Political Protest: A man stands on a box, waving a newspaper and stirring the crowd with a speech against the elected leader of the Bremen City Council, Herr Salborg, and communism. He is identified as Herr Erik Heinenman, with ties to Dustermarkt.
  • Nordostliche Stadt: Once-fashionable cafes and shops now abandoned, with beggars, some in military attire, lining the streets. Jacob donates money specifically to these individuals, reflecting his empathy for veterans.
  • City Within the Walls: A vibrant area with artists, dancers, and performers. Includes "The Stupendous Stefan," a street magician entertaining locals.
  • Sechsspurig District: Houses feature baroque architecture and well-maintained gardens. A statue depicts a man in armour holding a fig leaf, with a smaller statue in priest robes reaching for it. Biblical verses reference the giving of a fig leaf as a peace gesture, suggesting political and religious symbolism.

The Search for Clues

  • Sewage Treatment Plant: Despite prior hints, no treatment plant is visible along the Duster Markt river according to the local maps, complicating the search.
  • Missing Jenna and Lenny: The two mobsters have vanished somewhere in the city, allowing the group to move without much supervision.
  • The Queue: A man in a suit, bowler hat, and thick coat stands ahead of the group, potentially significant, though his intentions are unclear.
  • Art Competition Finalists: An announcement set for 7:45 PM will announce the finalists for a local art competition, indicating an upcoming event of importance.

Developments in Glenwald

Ellen and Dr Monroe Arrive

  • Ellen: Now in Glenwald, reconnecting with the group's investigations.
  • Dr Monroe: Travels with Ellen, potentially offering scientific expertise to uncover more about Weiß Maus.

Unfolding Mysteries

  • The Political Tensions in Bremen: Herr Heinenman's speech hints at brewing unrest, with Dustermarkt mentioned as a significant location. How does this tie into the group's goals?
  • Sewage Treatment Plant and Weiß Maus: The plant's absence along the expected route complicates the investigation. Could it be hidden or referenced indirectly?

Handwriting?