(26th December, 2002) - Wolfe

It has long been established that Midgaard has a serious drug problem - millions of gold pieces a year are spent on the elixir known on the streets as 'Quad'. Until recently, however, very little research has been done into the long-term affects of this substance.

It appears the substance is popular for it's euphoric effects, causing a warm sensation to flood the user's body, and a general sense of 'feeling much better' about things. Although apparently not physically addictive, Quad has a heavy psychological effect on the user, causing them to feel they are unable to cope without the drug. Indeed, many players carry upwards of 100 doses, or 'potions' with them everywhere they go.

"You start off thinking 'It's no big deal, I can quit anytime I like'", said one particularly heavy Quad user we interviewed, who wished to remain nameless. "But eventually, you reach the point where if you're not quaffing (slang for taking the drug) it, you might as well be dead."

Most shocking of all is that Quad is available from many otherwise reputable shops in and around Midgaard, some of them even owned by clans. So far, no clan leaders have wished to comment on this trafficking.

The Immortals have promised a full investigation into the abuse of this substance.

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