By Elara Nightshade, Staff Writer
GOTHIKA, September 15th – In a shocking development, the Gothika City Council has issued a citywide All-Points Bulletin (APB) for Seraphina, the elusive succubus drug lord known across the underworld as “The Vipress.” Authorities have linked Seraphina directly to the dangerous and highly addictive drug, Rize, which has been spreading chaos and despair throughout the city.
Rize has flooded the streets of Gothika in recent months. The drug’s effects have led to a wave of violence, dark magic outbreaks, and tragic overdoses, sending shockwaves through the city’s supernatural and mortal communities alike. According to sources within The Sheild, Seraphina’s network has become increasingly bold, infiltrating multiple districts, from the Mercurius District to the abyssal alleys of the Gloomrak Hills.
Councilman Richard Moore stepped forward to reveal that he was the one to unmask Seraphina’s true identity. In a hastily called press conference this morning, Moore claimed he had been investigating The Vipress’s operations for months, following a series of cryptic clues and tip-offs from trusted informants.
“I’ve always had my suspicions about The Vipress,” Moore declared to a crowd of stunned reporters. “But it wasn’t until I pieced together the web of deceit that I realized The Vipress, a figure of myth and nightmare, was at the heart of this drug epidemic. The people of Gothika have a right to know that their city is being poisoned by a succubus who thrives on our despair. I will not rest until she is brought to justice.”
The Vipress, said to be both captivating and deadly, has long been a ghostly figure, leaving behind whispers and shattered lives in her wake. Her seductive charisma, coupled with her ruthless ambition, has allowed her to evade capture for years. Descriptions of Seraphina vary; some say her eyes glow like molten gold, while others insist she can change her form at will. The only consistent detail in every account is her venomous, snake-like tattoo that slithers around her arm, a symbol of her moniker, “The Vipress.”
The Shield, Dr. Richard Moore’s appointed taskforce, has mobilized its forces to hunt down Seraphina and dismantle her criminal empire. “We are coordinating with all local wards, summoners, and vigilantes to track her movements,” said Captain Elena Crowe of The Sheild. “We urge the citizens of Gothika to remain vigilant. Anyone found aiding or abetting The Vipress will face severe consequences under city law.”
Despite Moore’s confident assertions, some within the Council question the timing of his revelation. Councilwoman Mafalda Hubble, a vocal critic of Moore’s policies, remarked, “While I appreciate Councilman Moore’s efforts to keep our city safe, I can’t help but wonder if this is just another one of his ploys for the upcoming election. The timing seems…convenient.”
Meanwhile, reports of Rize-related incidents continue to surge. Just last night, three victims were admitted to St. Nocturna’s Hospital after a Rize-induced rampage in Gloomtrak Hills
. The hospital’s chief healer, Sorin Nightbane, warned that the substance is “more than just a drug—it’s a curse upon the soul.”
As Gothika descends further into the grip of fear and suspicion, the search for Seraphina, The Vipress, intensifies. Citizens are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to the Shadow Guard or their local wardens. In the meantime, the streets of Gothika hold their breath, waiting for the next move in this deadly game of shadows.
Stay tuned to The Gothika Times for more updates on this developing story.