We have arrived.
I can not recall a harder winter migration than this. So many unknown factors, bitter cold, then unbelievable mud. Raids are the norm among the Wagon Peoples, but not usually in such large forces or as numerous.
I can not even begin to describe the RoT crossing. Never before have we taken such casualties or damages, but it was necessary to avoid being caught with the river to our front and the Kataii, followed by the Paravaci and Kassar to our rear.
The encampment if forming from the interior outwards, and should be completed within a day or two tops. The main camp is formed, and now the details must be seen to. Our Standard has been raised and our territory claimed.
We now reside South SW of The Point about two days by kaiila, three by wagon as rule of thumb.
Not a single wagon is without damage to some degree, though all are rolling.
All Oralus will remain on alert until the entire encampment is set up and fortified by regular patrol routes and Unit areas.
The herd will graze to our immediate East, and in two days time be moved to our immediate west. This is when we figure the other Wagon Camps may attempt their crossing of the river.
Game does seem strangely in high abundance, so it should be excellent hunting for Man and beast.
Due to the need for a quick summer migration, Numerous remains of our dead had to be left behind. Once camp is established, ventures will be made to the larger battlefields to recover our own and give them proper pyres. If you come across remains during your travels, hunts, etc, please bring them home, or... visibly mark their location and inform the Healer's Clan so arrangements can be made for respectful recovery and disposition.
Be on the alert for stragglers that may have survived the river crossing. Man and beast.
Initiate repairs to the wagons so you are well aware of the extent of the damages! The First Wagon suffered extensive damage, and will be taken to The Point when we resupply in order for it to be repaired and remodelled. If your wagon(s) Clans included need the same, have them ready to go.
Recover as quickly as possible from migration, but do not do so at the risk of further injuries.
Get all Clans and their wagons fully operational as soon as possible. Many are in need of goods and services.
We will be taking a trip to our friends in Scagnar after we are repaired and established, for all those who wish to come. I personally look forward to it!!!!!
The teams and verr have been set to grazing within the camp. Their function is to lower the grasses in the open and beneath the wagons for security purposes. Use caution moving in and around them. The verr are ornery critters and our bosk are NOT the most pleasant tempered!!!
Each area of the camp will draw two mature bosk, preferably bulls, from the main herd for consumption to supplement their own food stores. NONE should go hungry within the camp.
As Warriors rotate their duty stations, please see that those without family, Companions, or slaves, are fed. A good homecooked meal is appreciated more than you know. At worst, the Cook Clan will work in conjunction with the Healers Clan to provide meals for the time being.
Do not count upon the First Wagon Commissary to provide much in the way of meals. Though the stores did survive, the ability to cook and serve food is nonexistent at this time.
Salem has been located and returned. Gheeta has been located and returned.
Honors are forthcoming when all reports are in and life returns to normalcy.
Assistance and sharing the perils of migration with us during migration was of great value. Our thanks to those of Scagnar who shared in these trials. I hope it brought a greater understanding and appreciation for life among the Tuchuk Wagon People. Your ships sail the Thassa. Our ships navigate the plains. Neither is easy, but both appreciated for what they are. Each has their own specific perils, yet both share many as well.
Further reports are likely forthcoming from Clans and Commanders and Council Members.
WELL DONE!!!!!
Ragnar
