It's no ordinary teapot, of course. We're speaking of the
Doge Samovar, a priceless gold, silver, and enamel antique, stolen from the
Winter Palace in 1917. It's appeared on the black market, and two rival leagues are out to get it, by hook or crook, in this solo scenario.
Here then, is a Trail of Clues for All of Youse:
https://imgur.com/a/suPUj Thanks for your interest!
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