Hurricane coincides with a vicious Maelstrom that sweeps away many Wraiths and some of Anacreons. Katherine Aubergine assumes position as Anacreon of Mystery. Sharn assumes position as Anacreon of Madness. Renegades attack and free a group of wraiths bound for the forges. Depression and WII A. Mortal Life Stock Market Crash in 1929 heavily affects area.
Most factories close their doors.
All but two banks in Viola fold. Many of the upper class families are stricken along with the poor. Stock Market Crash and ensuement of the Great Depression results in a great increase in the suicide rate. Entry of the US into WWII results in opening of the factories and mines once more. Actually good for the good guys.