You’ve campaigned, fixed and agitated. You’ve finessed and used your Reputation. And most importantly, you’ve voted! All the votes have been tallied. London has decided:

There's nothing contrary about the statistics, The Jovial Contrarian has won! His eyes are bright with champagne and excitement. "So much to do! First off, getting my headquarters set up for a proper war footing. In a manner of speaking," he winks extravagantly. "People to thank, hopes to dash, information to burn, you know how it is. And then prepare for a nasty fight with the Ministry."

Now that Election 1896 has come to a close, there’ll be a brief transitional period as a new mayoral residence is set up and The Jovial Contrarian can settle in his newly won offices.

Once fully situated, a mayoral Jovial Contrarian card will become available within your Opportunity Deck. As the third official mayor of Fallen London, you may hear news of their work crop up from time to time during their year in power.

Look for the An Electoral Opportunity throughout London and speak to your candidate to wrap up any loose ends. You will have till 9th July to use up any leftover Reputation.

As always, we appreciate hearing who you think should run for Mayor of Fallen London next year – keep an eye out for the official Proposed Candidates for 1897 forum thread. Statistics on the Election will be released within the next few weeks so we can see how the votes and Careers played out.

Thank you for your political tenacity, delicious friends.