[PQ] A mile in my shoes

Build a road, the Archon had said.

All major trading took place at the Boondocks, so he figured that was the best place to start. He'd put up the notice in King's End, of course, but he'd pinned requests for help up in most of the other civilized regions on his last courier run around the islands - minus Stormbreak, for now. Not after that last brainblast broadcast.

He shuddered just to think of it, and his fear for Sohalia's fate had grown exponentially.

But today he had to focus! A number of locals had turned up, including some Abandoned with Upgraded Earth manipulation, and Tal had gathered shovels, heavy metal rakes, and lengths of pipes for the Mourn-end. He waited a bit longer to see if anyone else would come, nodding to those he recognized before he finally took a deep breath and launched into his spiel.

"So, th'Archon's gonna be buildin' up a proper town here for folks soon, an' they're gonna need t'move a lot o' stuff from here on inland. T'make it easier, we're gonna be makin' a road, from here t'Mourn. Might take a week or so, maybe less if we don't run into too many problems. We're gonna need two groups. Some people t'survey th'route, makin' sure we're takin' th'most efficient path, an' not goin' over steep hills or valleys if we can help it. Mark as y'go with these white stakes, an' th'folks back here can start th'first section at th'docks," he explained. "Send word back if we're gonna need t'build a bridge or somethin' complicated up ahead." He really, really hoped that wouldn't be necessary in the relatively flat Boondocks. "An' a second, bigger group'll start diggin' along that path. Any questions?"

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This is a PQ to build a road in King's End to make it easier to transport goods, materials, and people inland! Please post your character arriving and choosing a group to join. **Survey positions have been filled!

1. Talyson (Digger)
2. Zavien (Surveyer)
3. Hawthorn (Surveyer)
4.
-- more available if needed!

maximum 2 Surveyers filled!
No limit on Diggers

Zavien

During his exploration to find ways to quietly resist the new ruler of Stormbreak, Zavien had come across a Notice requesting help building a road. Although he had no skills, other than strength, that would assist in the construction, he hoped that his extra set of hands might be useful. The food offered may have also been a deciding factor. As he made his way through the overgrown grasses to the meetup location, he hoisted his travel bag over a shoulder. The sweat on his brow was evident of his long journey, but his spirits remained high.

He made it just in time to hear the speech from who he assumed to be "T. Seawright." The sun rising behind him gave him an air of authority that Zavien immediately respected and he nodded along with the provided information. A week shouldn't be too bad. It would be worth it in the end for the expedited travel.

When the speaker opened it up for questions, Zavien simply glanced around before wading through the people to the front. He gave a large friendly smile and raised his hand. "The name's Zavien. I am willing to scout the way ahead. I have a good set of eyes and an abundance of energy. Some might say, 'Too much energy.'" His grin widened as he thought of his mother's exasperated sighs growing up. Zavien was more than happy to forge the way ahead and assess for obstacles or danger using his endless supply of enthusiasm.

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Zavien is claiming the role of Surveyer.

He carries with him his sword and a travel bag containing campsite gear, food, and a first aid kit.

Keep your face to the sunshine,
And you cannot see a shadow.

// the only heaven i'll be sent to —

Admittedly, Thorn is also not a digger, but it isn’t that surprising given his lanky physical body. He does arrive more put together than the courtesan usually looked – no flowing clothes this time, but tight fitting, still revealing in the cut outs on the sides, but tight to his chest to keep most of the chill out while also being smart in not too loose that it might get caught in something.

A nod is given toward Tal as he arrives, standing beside a tall stranger, one that he cuts a sharp and amused grin to. “I’ve also been told I have too much energy.” Waggling his brows playfully, the courtesan turns his head back toward Talyson with a crooked smile. “I’ll survey.” He decides – though that had been his intention as the roles had been laid out. He wasn’t meant to be digging, but scouting and keeping relatively clean of manual labor? Count him in.

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Thorn picks Surveyer as well!

thorn

— is when i'm alone with you //