2015.03.24 - Strange Virus Plagues Soho

A strange new disease has begun to plague the city. Many have dubbed it the "Wild Card" virus since there are rumors swirling around a 2002 incident in which the Joker caused a chemical mutation that gave several powers and caused hideous transmorgification in others including the infamous "Sleeper" who is registered with the BSA. Scientists say that there is no formal link between a chemical mutation and a virus, but who knows with the Metagene?

No one is safe, since even some mutants have been seen to concoct the disease. For the majority, it resorts in a painful death like experience with lingering lucid hallucinations and a coma. Indeed, if a cure is not found soon, most believe the majority will die and a few casualties have already been reported. Radical physical transformations occur in a few, mirroring some of the more extremes of mutants in Mutant Town or Genosha. A very rare few are reported to have developed powers as a result of the virus, a few of which are working to help where they can.

The Army, CDC and BSA have all mobilized to help quarantine the virus, with minor checks being set up around the Island of Manhattan and a complete quarantine being raised in Soho. Authorities are asking for any help that heroes can provide in helping to identify the source of this disease and prevent its spread. While airborne, it is believed that basic precautions such as a face mask and hand washing can reduce the likelihood of infection. More information as details become available.