Entry 2
The column moved out in good order and pulled away from the outskirts of our wintering home.
The bosk lead the way, followed by our column. The Scouts are far out front followed by The 1st. The 2nd is within the ranks of wagons at the head of the column, with the 3rd and 4th Oralu's on the right and left flanks respectively. The 4th rides read guard and the other Oralus are stationed throughout the column.
Conditions are atrocious. Being without rain, the ground is baked rock hard providing a poor surface for a smooth ride. Every rut, bump, and dent is an adventure in bone jarring teeth rattling shock. Being in the area having been grazed does not help as the dust rises in thick suffocating clouds that gets into every crack in the wagons, inside clothing, eyes, ears, and coats every surface. Dust scarves seem to have become a permanent part of everyone's facial features.
I did receive word an Outrider was gored by a bull, and yet lives, though I have no further information as yet. The Healers will have to log such themselves.
Water is restricted thus far on the march, its use being predominantly reserved for the bosk teams. The bosk, the kailla, ourselves, then secondary stock in that order. Tuchuk will have to make use of milk, fruits, juices, and limited amounts of wine for the time being. Ale and rence beer may be consumed but shall be limited to use after dark and any found to be intoxicated will face the consequences. Do not consume drinks that will dehydrate you during the day. Use these more as a medical assist than remedy. So long as the bosk have water, we will have milk. Drunken Women will face the Ubara's justice. Any Warrior found drunk will be killed. The Ubara and the Healer Clan/staff may determine the use of intoxicating drink for patients outside of these guidelines and will not be subjected to the stated standards.
The column made good distance despite the heat and other conditions. The bosk know a few can survive the dust and heat provided they have a water source. A herd this size is doomed. The herd and teams push hard to get further South where their instincts tell them they will find better grass, more water, and cooler temperatures.
The column is stopped for the night. Water the teams. No hot food unless you cook it yourselves. Fruits, cheeses, raw eggs, milk, is the standard a this time as Warriors live off their field rations consisting of salt, and handful of meat, a sa tarna biscuit (that may or may not be soaked in milk to soften. Think hardtack.) Those running short of salt may see the Salt Hunters Clan.
Interior lighting may be used so long as not visible outside the wagons. I wish it dark as not to give away our formation under cover of night.
Warriors will awaken the column before dawn to recheck and water the bosk, check all the harnesses and tack, grease axles, and tend to all other matters. It is my intent to move again at first light.
These will remain the general orders until further notice. Mark them well. Lives depend on it.
End report
Ragnar