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Gorean Roleplay => Tuchuk Wagon Camp => MTC IC => Topic started by: RAGNAR on November 16, 2014, 02:53:16 PM
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Snow about 6" deep and accumulating. Gusting winds up to 40 MPH off the Thassa. Freezing temperatures during the day dipping down to the teens at night with windchill even lower.
Overcast dark skies with no clearing in sight.
Most Wagons ready to roll and final packing and loading to continue... expecting to pull out in the next day or two tops.
The separate herds have converged to the North of camp and Kataii attempted a raid during the night. The raid failed and the bosk remain safe though casualties were sustained among the Warriors. NO BOSK WERE LOST OR INJURED.
After the Kataii failed to reach their primary target of our bosk, they foolishly turned their attention to the outer perimeter of wagons. The perimeter was breached where they were hit with interlocking fields of arrow fire from the wagons combined with Enveloping maneuvers by Units of Warriors driving the Kataii into a narrowing killing funnel until they broke and fled leaving only isolated pockets to be dealt with.
Totals thus far in casualties are 97 wounded... 17 KIA... and 19 MIA.
Recovered Kataii casualties are 13 wounded... 187 KIA. Much to their credit the Kataii do not view surrendering as a viable option.
Continue making ready to move out, tend to the wounded and the dead. Warriors will attempt to account for our missing.
Repair all damage and recheck the perimeter wagons closely.
Izee, along with our own medical units once again have their hands full. Assist as much as possible.
Our dead will be burned with honors, though due to necessity, strip the Kataii dead of all useful weapons, clothing, etc but leave them enough to be burned respectfully. They died well.
I expect the stock tenders to be extremely busy tending injured mounts as well as replacing those lost to the action. We seem to have an abundance of Kataii mounts to assist in this matter.
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Weather conditions are atrocious.
Drifting snow in some areas up to two feet with gusting winds. Midday temperatures with wind chill well below freezing and plummeting during the night.
The wagons moved at first light, breaking camp from the interior outwards. No major incidents reported through some minor accidents occurred due to weather and ground conditions.
It has always been tradition to circle the encampment to make sure all wagons are moving before setting course and leaving our lands. Due to weather conditions this was not done and many are uneasy about this break in tradition as Tuchuk is a superstitious lot. The added strain on the bosk and added risk to the wagons simply did not justify the tradition in this case. Though uneasy with the change, Tuchuk adapted. The carpenters Clan and a repair wagon was held back to bring up the rear in the last grouping of wagons in the formation should they be needed. All wagons are rolling and none were left behind.
The bosk are feeding upon grasses that have been put up during the growing season, cut and bundled and stored in the Gatherers Clan wagons. It is by no means the best, but it is enough to help sustain them.
The column halted during the late to early morn ahns to rest the box and tend to snow removal from the wagons that is adding additional weight. Our supply of dung for wagon braziers is holding up well. Do not waste it, but there is not yet a need to ration it a few chips at a time. When opportunity presents itself to get warm, do so. It will be needed.
Ice buildup between the toes of the kaiila paws and claws is an issue. Keep it from building up to such a degree that it becomes painful or the mount will be taken out of action.
Water barrels must be checked regularly and the ice forming must be broken up.
Single Warriors without families are on field rations. It is enough to survive but not exactly prosperous. For those cooking a bit extra, it will more than likely be appreciated if their rations can be supplemented.
The med wagon has discharged all the Warriors possible and only a handful remain inside... those that were in the most critical condition. These Men are having a rough time with the jostling about. Our Healers will have to stay on their toes and be alert in tending these Men.
What is seen as good time to reach Turia in good weather is now only calculation and theory. The current travel conditions will make that time longer. This will have to be an ongoing adjustment and adaptation leg.
Though I realize there is so much to contend with during a move, it is also imperative that the basic chores also continue. The other stock, vulo, tarsk, verr, sleen, all must still be tended. Eggs must be gathered, bosk must be milked, etc.
The main herd is moving just ahead of the wagons. The column is following, for the most part, along their chosen course. The ground is well trampled beneath their hooves and paws of the kaiila of the Outriders tending them. For the most part, this eliminates most of the deep snow issues, but it also creates packed down areas that make movement difficult. Half dozen of one six of the other it is not easy going.
I intend to be stopped only long enough to tend the stock, inspect the wagons and repair as needed, eat, warm, and then we will move on.
Patrols report Kataii and Kassar are making ready to move as well, though no sightings of Paravaci have been noted. We must be vigilant!!!
I would not be surprised to learn the YearKeepers choose to refer to this year as the Year of Little Summer or something along those lines.
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Ragnar
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Actually had sun this day. Blinding against the snow, but it was still sun.
The bitter cold continues along with blowing and drifting snows.
A few minor wagon repairs were made and one injury reported. The injury was not life threatening though it was what I would view as serious if it happened to me. At any rate, the injured Warrior will still be able to scratch his nuts.
The wagons moved out at first light and continued all day and through the night with only brief periodic stops. It did seem warmer moving through the night rather than sitting but weariness replaced the warmth gained.
The column has paused once again at the edge of Tuchuk territory and when the wagons move once again, we will be moving into open territory.
Stay alert and be prepared for anything, as anything is possible except for broiling hot weather given current conditions.
Though progress is slowed by weather conditions, all proceeded rather well all things considered.
Follow general orders of tending all stock, the wagons, eat and drink warming food and beverage when possible. Do your best to share with those less fortunate.
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Ragnar
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Healer's Migration Log
After the attempted Kataii raid:
67 presenting injuries dealt with by the medwagon and or various helpers (like Sidona)
24 underwent surgical procedures
Total number of Tuchuk Warriors that are deceased totals 42 as far as we can tell.
For some reason no Kataii were treated for injuries. 162 were found to be deceased and were prepared for their own pyre.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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Tuchuk moved out as planned, and kept moving until faced with a Kataii raid as noted by Amber.
The column was forced to stop and tend to the casualties, as well as the teams and mounts. We shall have to see what this day brings for a greater detailed log entry.
The Kataii encouter can be claimed as a victory through casualty figures and by suffering no losses to our bosk or wagons.
We do face a smaller river not far ahead, and that will present its own problems for us that are not present in good weather.
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Ragnar
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The march began again without issue. The first part of the journey went well enough but as Tuchuk neared the small river on course for Turia, the weather again took a downward turn.
The winds picked up blowing icy sleet at ground level up to about 15 feet high without actually dropping additional snow. The temperature plummeted and dark clouds moved in.
Advance Warriors reached the river and found it was iced over, and proceeded with caution. Several feet in the ice gave way dropping them into the icy water. The current was not swift and of itself posed no significant issues. The depth at it's deepest was around the five foot mark.
The resulting breakthrough did soak the Warriors who continued to cross using the mass and strength of their mounts to drive atop the remaining ice breaking it up beneath them.
The wagons followed in close formation, row by row until all wagons successfully crossed. Beneath the weight of the bosk and the wagons, the remaining ice on the banks entering and exiting was broken and became quite slippery making the entry and exit extremely hazardous.
The soaked Warriors were not in good shape by the time the wagons reached them and the Healers Clan addressed the situation. Healer's report(s) to follow.
The plummeting temperature and windchill factor caused the bosk and kaiila to be wiped down as ice was forming on legs, underbellies, and other areas left soaked from the crossing.
When Tuchuk settled in for the night, the stock was tended and a hot meal of roasted bosk and stew was provided for those wishing it.
Those who crossed upon the wagons had no issue with freezing water, but those mounted had to restore feeling to legs and feet, often with assistance from those who fared somewhat better.
The column is stopped and will once again move when the wagons and stock can be checked more thoroughly during daylight.
Now we begin our final leg to Turia. I can only wait and see what other obstacles we shall encounter along the way. We must be prepared for anything at this point.
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Ragnar
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Healer's Migration Log
As reported the Healers and anyone available who fared better during the river crossing immediately set up braziers outside for those who had gotten wet. Boots and socks were removed, feet and legs were dried and then warmed by the braziers. Those who received a thorough soaking or spent more time in the river were settled onto the medwagon floor where we had laid down furs and then warmed up by the braziers inside out of the sleet and wind.
The Healers cannot keep an eye on everyone so with that in mind, especially since we still need to cross the River of Tears, keep an eye out for :
Confusion, memory loss or slurred speech
Exhaustion or drowsiness (only if other symptoms are presenting as we are all exhausted and drowsy)
Loss of consciousness
Numb hands or feet
Shallow breathing
Shivering (also in conjunction with any others. It's cold out there, we are all likely shivering by this point)
It is incredibly important that you warm the person up slowly. Make sure (especially after river crossings) that the torso is warm before you warm the extremities as it may cause shock to do it backwards.
Keep the person conscious! Even if you must make them angry to keep them awake. Do it.
Make sure hot water botas are covered in cloth and not laid directly on the skin.
A warm drink can go a long way. Try to avoid liquor as it gives a "false" warmth.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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Took awhile to get moving. Had to deal with ice buildup on undercarriages of wagons.
Cold. Mighty cold, damn cold, mighty damn cold.
I hate reports.
Could not see. Blizzard conditions.
Very slow progress, almost a crawl. Accumulating snow making it even more difficult.
I hate reports.
Alarms were sounded encountering isolated instances of Kataii patrols. Skirmishes occurred all along the forward positions and right flank. The lack of visibility permitted infiltration of the column and skirmishes did occur, though no heavy action involving entire units took place.
I hate reports.
Casualties were taken, some by friendly fire in the poor visibility. Amount of dead is yet unestablished in certainty. See Healer's report.
15 Warriors are missing in action and given weather conditions, presumed dead. I hope the presumption proves false.
Exact number of wounded will likely never be determined as many were not tended by Healers and many that were have returned to duty. Some remained in the med wagon. See Healers report.
I hate reports.
20 bosk were taken by the Kataii. Though Kataii lost a great many more Warriors than Tuchuk, bosk were taken and by this measure, a Tuchuk loss.
Roan is one seriously HAWT Woman!
I hate reports.
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Cassius
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Healer's Migration Log
Two Warriors are dead from friendly fire. One of the Healer's Or, Korvah, died during surgery. One Warrior could not be saved by surgery and was allowed to pass painlessly amongst his brothers. Three others were dead before arriving at the medwagon by Kataii hands.
Total number of dead: 7
The wounded were countless as most of them passed in and out of the medwagon to return to duty or were not seen by Healers at all.
Sukh and Raiden were released from the Medwagon during the infiltration and did not return. I am not surprised.
With the successful surgeries and Sukh's successful escape this leaves us with seven open cots in the medwagon. More may be opened when I or another Healer do our rounds today. We will see.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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The snow had accumulated quite deep making the going slow and difficult. The sun never really did come out and the sky remained dark and angry.
The column did however continue on its way, making a course change denied before due to the whiteout conditions.
Temperature dropping again. Bosk and tarsk were butchered and made available to any in need, as well as the remainder of the fruit and veggies. It was no feast, but it is still far from nothing.
On duty Warriors received a field ration of a piece of bosk, a pinch of salt, and a hard biscuit. It was up to the individual to cook it, eat it raw, or warm it beneath their saddle.
The slave driving Izee's wagon fell asleep and drifted to the left colliding with the wagon next to it. The wheels scraped and did grind together before they were separated. The wheels are scraped up but no serious damage was noted.
Snow falling from the wheels to land on the axles are removing the grease. When this happens the crystals are grinding against the wood. There is no way to avoid this. Check the wheels and axles often and brush away the snow and replace the grease. Recommend moving the leather grease buckets and pots from beneath the wagons and placing them within so they remain thawed enough to apply the grease without having to wait for it to thaw to be applied.
One accidental death reported. See Healer's Report.
The column halted for the night so all usual general orders can be followed. When the work is complete, eat, drink, rest, and tend to personal hygiene as well as possible.
We move again as soon as possible.
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Ragnar
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Healer's Migration Log
One accidental death as reported.
Chau a member of the Or charged to protect the medical wagon and Healers was riding too close to the medical wagon when his Kaiila stumbled into a sleen hole and went down. The kaiila broke a leg and was unable to get back up after landing on Chau's left leg. This and the deeper snow did not allow Chau to move out of the way when the wagon wheel rolled over his right chest and arm presenting with crushing injuries too severe to attempt to save his life. He was given valerian to ease his pain and a warm place to die within the medical wagon. Helene prepared his body for pyre.
We are now down two Ormen.
Another cot miraculously opened up leaving us with eight open cots.
On another note, Healer's duty time has been extended as things seem to have settled a bit more. Four ahn shifts are now in effect for all Healers (barring no emergencies). Surgeon's duty time remains the same at six ahn shifts with Gheeta remaining within the medwagon while we are moving since she doesn't much like riding in the cold. I am okay with this as I prefer to be outside during this time.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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I HATE REPORTS!
Was slow moving this day but still ground was gained taking us closer to Turia. We are now closer to Turia than to our starting point for certain.
Deep snow is taking a toll on the column. The stock is tired, we are tired, and the wheels and axles are taking a beating. It seems we are almost constantly clearing snow from around the wheels and greasing the axles.
I HATE REPORTS!
I HATE SNOW!
We did see a bit of sun this day, but before nightfall it begins to rain that slushy nasty crap from the skies. This stuff adds a great deal more weight to the wagons and makes progress even more difficult. Grated braziers burning within the wagon helps to keep the dome free of accumulating snow and ice, but the wagon platforms seem to draw the stuff like a magnet.
No contact with Kataii was reported this day. Hopefully we have left them behind unless they seek a head to head confrontation, in which we will gladly oblige. I do not expect it too be so, but I have been wrong before.
I HATE SNOW!
The column continued moving throughout the night with brief periods of rest to tend the stock and the wagons before once again continuing.
I HATE REPORTS!
Ragnar has ridden on ahead to personally scout the lay of the land. He knows the land well, but the weather conditions does pose issues, and he seeks the best route and the most defensible positions along that route should there be need.
Hopefully we will come across another well fed water source that is not frozen. Even though surrounded by water in winter form, the stock does need to be able to drink their fill, and a mouthful of snow and what we are able to thaw and give them by hand in buckets is not adequate.
I HATE SNOW!
The grasses gathered by the Clan is still holding up well enough, and at each stop the stock is given such. Once a day the bosk are also given grain by bucket to supplement their diet since the grass given is no longer rich and green. Even if we can move into a region of lesser snow the bosk can graze through will do wonders for them. I am hoping we will find both grass and some rest in or near Turia.
I HATE REPORTS!
One Warrior recovering from frostbite was reported. See Healers log for additional information.
The temperature dropped during the night and presently we are halted to tend the stock, eat, clear away the ice from the wagons that has formed and hopefully be able to rest. If we do without anything, it will likely be rest.
Took a few moments to watch Roan working her Clan. My, my, my... Mmmm... Mmmm... Good!!!
Though Shoko is not bad either, she is a bit slight in the tit department, though she always seems to have some sort of food for snacking tucked away somewhere on her person.
Observed from a distance Taryn having a crucial crash, faceplanting. It was rather impressive.
I will not divulge what I witnessed happen to Grandmother. Though the view was not bad at all, no bleach exists to rid a Grandson of such sights. Amusing and impressive, but.... yup.
Never did figure out why two Women were chasing Uncle Terran with shovels. I probably do not wish to know.
Izee still plays with her tits where she caught a Kataii arrow. I think soon she will have to beat Lancer with a lance unless he ceases trying to assist.
I HATE SNOW!
I HATE REPORTS!
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Cassius
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Healer's Migration Log
Before we even got moving, a Warrior was escorted to the medwagon having been on duty, and not being able to feel anything from his knee down on his left leg. He was administered valerian and furs were wrapped around his leg to warm up his sock after his boot removed before I even attempted to remove his sock. Once I was assured that some warmth and circulation had returned I removed his sock and yup. Frostbite. I immediately had a basin of water heated to bathwater temp and we went about rapidly warming his foot and leg after I made sure he wasn't suffering from hypothermia as well.
I hate winter.
Izee tried to be helpful by clonking the Warrior over the head while I tended to him. She did not succeed in being helpful. She did succeed in braining the Warrior. It was not helpful at all as I needed him awake to tell me when feeling began to return to his toes, foot and calf. While he was unconscious, I poked at the exposed skin with a needle for unconscious reaction in the foot and toes. There was some reaction which gave me some hope I would be able to save his leg and foot. The toes presented no reaction.
I hate frostbite.
The Warrior awoke from his beaning and immediately began to shout at me, raging with pain. He may have said some things about my birth Mother. Oddly, I'm okay with that. Had to back down Dochin and his Or who heard the shouting and came in bristling with drawn weapons and looking ready to kill. Awesome.
Have I mentioned that I hate winter?
I explained to the Warrior that I would like to wait for a hand to make sure I didn't have to amputate his toes, that he could definitely keep his leg and foot but the toes were touch and go. He explained that if I didn't amputate right then, that he would simply chop off his own toes and be back at duty as soon as possible. I explained that if he did so, he would bleed to death and if by some miracle he didn't, he would lose his lower leg and foot anyway because refreezing already frozen flesh is bad juju.
I am beginning to hate stubborness.
We came to an agreement which neither of us was happy about. I would amputate his toes when we stopped as I wouldn't risk amputating within a moving wagon if I didn't have to. As soon as we stopped to clear the wheels of the wagons, he asked me to amputate. I told him no. We glared. We grumbled. We growled. I still won.
Next stop, same thing. No I said. Growled he did.
On a side note: The blonde dumbass surgeon has struck again. I am much better at cutting people open and saving their lives than speaking. I need to maybe just not talk to the Warriors who surround me and mine as I offend them without meaning to and spend a lot of time removing my very large foot from my even bigger mouth.
There are no Warriors except the Warrior who has amputated toes left within the medwagon. Yes.... I managed to make every single one of them abandon their cots and get out with a single sentence. I don't know if this is just a rare talent of mine or what.
I amputated the Warrior's toes at the first opportunity when we stopped long enough to do so. He's got two days in the medwagon, then if he can walk out without falling on his face, he is gone.
Not soon enough.
Amber
The Ever Insulting Surgeon
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One Or MIA from the right flank. Weather conditions make it impossible to track behind our march.
The column proceeded as intended despite ground conditions. Icy footing with a layer of slushy water on top. Made it difficult for the teams and wagons. The claws of the kaiila assisted in their movements, but I would not say it was easily done.
Periodic halts to rest the teams and check the wagons continues until late afternoon.
Ubar has still not yet returned, though he did leave a marker which the column followed. It involved a slow gardual icy incline, but when crested the slightly higher elevation allowed for runoff and the ice remained below. Tuchuk looked upon a vast expanse of ground with a dusting of snow and grass, with a large pool of water resembling a lake only mush shallower of roughly a foot to a foot and a half deep at most. Definitely cold, but not frozen all the way down. Some surface icing present, but of no concern. This pool of water has been created by the early winter weather, and is not present during the summer march.
There were accidents on the icy grade, as well as some very close calls, but no fatalities reported and only minor wagon damage involving isolated accidents.
The column was halted, and will remain so until the morn. Bosk were butchered and all of Tuchuk ate well, with double rations for the Warriors coming in from the outer perimeters of the column and for those heading out.
The teams are grazing in place, and before moving on all will move through the water and allow the teams to drink well.
The hunters Clan has moved out to check the game situation for releasing the kaiila to hunt. It has been overdue and the mounts are becoming increasingly hostile due to hunger. The sleen are eating, fed from the butchered bosk innards. No feast, but enough to keep them under control.
Tend to the wagons, the teams, and the mounts as well as the other various stock. Clean up, tend to yourselves, eat well, rest, and make ready to move when the command comes to do so.
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Temujin
Oraluman
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The column moved out after accomplishing all that was intended. Spirits high, overall condition is very good.
Good time was made and good ground was covered. There were a few tense moments when Tarnsmen from Turia found it amusing to "buzz" the column crating a degree of havoc with the stock. A small display of force without engagement convinced them to reconsider their course of action and did finally head for home.
The column made a course alteration as Ubar returned and after a brief rest period and sharpening up in appearance, the column proceded to Turia.
Tuchuk has taken up position outside of Turia and will enter as a whole upon Ubar's go ahead.
Until then, tend the stock, wagons, yourselves.
Upon the word to enter, bear in mind the recent conflict between our peoples. Remain armed but do not seek confrontation. This does by no mean allude that Tuchuk will shy away from it either.
Take time to rest and indulge in some of the finer things found within Turia, but do resupply and make sure you are ready to move when the order is given.
The weather is not so much a factor at this time. Outside of Turia's walls there is a dusting of snow but it is still cold and wind is present. Inside the walls, the wind is not so much a factor and the streets and walkways will likely be clear.
END
Temujin
Oraluman
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Healer's Migration Log
Before heading into Turia I cleared the medwagon of its last patient. The frostbitten Warrior walked out without falling flat on his face. I call that a win.
Healers are to be escorted around Turia by an assigned Healer's Own Orman.
I myself have Dochin shadowing me.
Shoko is being protected by Arata.
Taryn is being watched over by Ryota.
These Men are very handy to have around in negotations.
Still need to work on their manners though.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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We have reached Turia and are set up outside the wall by the secondary gate.
Arrangements have been made for services within Turia to accommodate most of our needs.
Those of the First Wagon have the entire third floor of the Paradise Inn... Tuchuk Council has the second floor... The first floor, and ground floor still have vacancies.
Tend to purchases and resupply. Eat well, rest, try to relax. I can not stress the importance of gathering personal supplies as well as Clan supplies.
Some within Turia will gladly barter and trade. Some will not. Expect this.
General Information;
Arrangements have been made for those who wish to accept them. Each person, slave and Free alike are to receive a bath and laundry service, barber services, one free meal of their choosing, and refreshments while in the bath houses.
We will remain armed within reason, though we are not expecting issues to arise. Simple sidearms will suffice with escorts being the exception. How heavily armed they will be I leave to the ones they escort.
All free short of coin may see the Ubara, Sidona, Mercilayne, or Amber for camp funding at no interest. Slaves will be gifted five copper to spend as they wish from my own coffers.
Turn the team bosk out to free graze, but keep them separate from the main herd. Tend to the other stock as needed and release the verr to graze under close watch to keep them together.
Tend to the wagons, and those needing new or additional wagons should see the Caste of Builders here and order them as soon as possible so they will be ready when we move.
Turia has been expecting migrations to arrive soon, and have stocked up heavily on verr, tarsk, and vulo. Purchase these while available and do bear in mind how hungry our kaiila and sleen are.
Two full Oralu of Outriders will remain on duty at all times for our stock, and one full Askari Oralu for our wagons.
DO TRY to keep out of trouble.
THINGS TO TRY AND AVOID;
Spitting in the fountain.
Bathing in the fountain.
Relieving yourself in the fountain.
Bathing stock in the fountain.
Doing laundry in the fountain.
Relieving yourselves in the shops.
Relieving yourselves on the Shop Keepers and Merchants.
Slaying tarn belonging to Turians and claiming it is for a cookout.
Collecting veils for bragging rights.
Cutting off of FW's hair.
Shaving of Men's hair.
Using Turians for target practice.
Permanently borrowing everything not nailed down and claiming you just found it laying there.
Do not start fights. But you may feel free to finish them.
Placing stick meat where it should not be stuck.
Changing their tarnwire location(s) when they are not looking.
Just do your best to try and behave.
END
Ragnar
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The following food items have been purchased for Tuchuk use:
1000 large sacks of suls
250 large sacks of turnip roots
200 large sacks of green peppers
500 hanging bundles of garlic
500 sacks of medium and large onions
1000 huda sacks of white beans
1000 huda sacks of red beans
1000 huda sacks of speckled beans
Total cost: 26 DWG
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Continue stocking on supplies.
Tuchuk's inner circle, IE... the main camp, has been invited to dine courtesy of the Administrator THURSDAY night. A good attendance is expected.
So much for staying out of trouble.
Was it Ragnar? Nope.
Salem, Raziel, Terran, Cassius or any of the other Commanders or Warriors? Nope.
Was it the Ubara? Nope.
It was Ragnar's Daughters... Amber and Shoko. Yes, that is correct. Amber and Shoko.
They decided to discharge a Warrior from the med cylinder and was too impatient to wait for the Physician to get to them. Impatient? A Tuchuk? Imagine that.
Needless to say, Amber decided to take a poke at the Physician and likely broke his nose. Needless to say events quickly escalated from there.
Needless to say, the area surrounding the med cylinder filled with City Guards... more Tuchuk Warriors... then Turian Warriors... then more Tuchuk Warriors... then Turian Cavalry... then more Tuchuk Warriors... then Terran and his Oralu... Then Turian Archers... etc etc etc.
Finally Ragnar arrived, then the Administrator. To say things were a bit tense would be an understatement, especially after the gates were closed and the City placed on lockdown.
Terran tried diplomacy. Amber and Shoko... not so much.
It was finally decided to allow the Physician to handle the matter with Amber by himself.
Needless to say, Amber was not collared, whipped, stripped, or befall any negative experience at the hands of the Physician. On the contrary... the Physician was left on the street in a fetal position wishing and praying to the Priest Kings that he had never been born. Face all busted up... his nuts little more than a memory... his hands destroyed... kidney damage resulting in his having to piss in a container strapped to his leg when tended to... soiled garments after losing control of his bladder... a separated hamstring... a multitude of other injuries ranging from insignificant to HOLY SHIT!!!... and a very severe case of embarrassment accompanied by an ego even more mashed than his nuts.
Amber required a few sutures to close up her knuckles.
Shoko had to rest her mouth.
Terran broke the street.
We ate, got drunk, returned to the Inn.
None were taken into custody.
END
As relayed by;
Dochin
Orman, Healer's Own
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I receive a missive of how the Tuchuk were doing at Turia, and read it...and my jaw drops. I knew that the Men brawled in Turia, but this was the first I had heard of a FW Physician doing such!
I chuckle, knowing that Shoko had probably had to be held back, and fold up the message and set it in my parfleche.
"Way tae go, Ladies"
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Vintner Clan supplies
Honey - 5 cases - 50 jars per case (1/2 stone jars)
Cinnamon - 2 Gorean Weight - 1 gws
Ginger - 2 Gorean Weight - 1 gws
Chamonile - 2 crates - 50 buncles per crate
Rosemary - 5 Gorean Weight - 1 gws
Bay Leaves - 5 Gorean Weight - 1 gws
Mint - 5 Gorean Weight - 1 gws
1 silver and 52 copper
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5 juice vats
50 cases of glass bottles
50 cases of corks
4 bundles of sealing wax
Yeast (specific for Vintner's Clan) - 80 barrels
Bentonite - 80 barrels
Cost - 1 Gold 1 Silver
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Camp Supplies
larmas 100 crates
peaches 82 crates
tagrapes 100 crates
berries 50 crates
melons 73 crates
ramberries 40 crates
16 dbl gold, 9 silver, 80 copper
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31 cases of Palm Wine - 20 bottles per case
1 silver
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100 crates of various spices, mixed
100 crates of various herbs, mixed
100 sacks of yellow sugar - 3 gw
100 sacks of white sugar - 3 gw
2 stones of various hard candies
4 silver and 8 copper
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The team bosk have been separated and herded to their Owners.
Deliveries are still being made to the wagons and should be completed by midday.
Make ready to move upon command.
We set course for our wintering lands in the Cartius region where the grass is green and the temperatures are warm again.
Thus far, all things said, our stay in Turia has been remarkably good.
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Ragnar
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Wagons moved out as expected and made good time and covered ground, encountering only dusting of snow mixed with grass. Temperature was in the low thirties and we did end up experiencing some gusting winds.
I hate reports.
One minor injury reported; the ground where Elisa struck it with her head. It left a pretty good dent but should return to normal in time.
I hate reports.
The wagons continued moving through the night with periodic stops to rest the teams, check harnessing and grease axles. Those who had time after seeing to these matters could stretch, eat, whatever they could fit into the halt before the wagons moved again.
I hate reports.
Ubar got one of his need to know moments and rode back towards Turia to see what, if anything was following Tuchuk since the Kataii were reported to be about a day behind us as far as wagons and herd goes.
He has not yet returned.
I hate reports.
The wagons are currently halted to tend to the stock and chores, eat, check the wagons and axles and all harnessing. Once we have eaten, we will again move out.
I HATE REPORTS!!!!!
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Cassius
Oraluman
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UNOFFICIAL REPORT
Column attacked while on the move by Kataii numbering 4 Oralu or more.
The column halted to tend to the dead and wounded. Actual numbers not yet available.
A med wagon and a small medical supply wagon were among the property casualties. The med wagon was lost to fire and the medical freight wagon was partially damaged along with partially damaged cargo.
One Surgeon was killed and one healing kajira. Both in the med wagon. One kajira badly burned. Kajira in the supply wagon.
Boris
Orluman, 1st Orlu
1st Askari Oralu
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Healer's Migration Log
It is no surprise that the medwagon is now full to bursting once more.
The Ubar has been sedated and remains under sedation after a lung was punctured due to an arrow. He is in DRAGONSLAIR under the watchful care of his Ubara and a healing slave with a tube inserted into his chest to help with the removal of blood and air from his chest cavity.
Koke of the Ubara's Own, also is sedated and will remain sedated due to a punctured lung from an arrow. He also is in DRAGONSLAIR being watched by the Ubara and the healing slave. His condition is much like the Ubar's with a chest tube.
Carr of the Healer's Own is... you guessed it.. sedated and will remain sedated due to a punctured lung from an arrow. He is resting in the Healer's Own barracks wagon with a healing slave to attend to him and HIS chest tube.
Healer's were apparently running a special sale for treatments involving punctured and collapsed lungs for this Raid.
I was unaware.
There were too many minor treatments to account for and again, anyone who does not require a Healer's constant attention were sent back to their wagons to recover. My rule for Migration and duty of if you can walk out and hold your weapons you're fit for duty still holds.
The medwagon is now residence to 172 injured Warriors who cannot walk or had major surgery.
The number of dead from Tuchuk that were prepared for pyre totals 540.
The number of dead Kataii, is unknown at this time to the Healer's clan. Those who died amongst the wagons have been prepared for their own separate pyre.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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I hate reports.
I hate snow.
I hate ice.
I hate rain.
I hate mud.
The column remained in place after the confrontation with the Kataii to tend to the wounded and dead. (See above Healer's Report)
The rain continued to fall most of the night and the ground is terrible.
When the morn comes, all salvageable supplies will be transferred from the destroyed and damaged med wagons to the main medical wagons. The perimeter med wagons are too exposed while on the move.
After the transfer of supplies our situation will be reevaluated and will go from there.
Cassius
Oraluman
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Healer's Migration Log
The supplies that could be salvaged from the outer medwagon that was destroyed and its nearby freight wagon were moved from that location to the main location's freight wagon by thralls.
The wounded who would not have a pleasant trip in regular cots have all been moved to hammocks to make the trip just a little easier.
The Ubar remains unconscious on purpose. He struggled to regain consciousness, but I quickly put him back under. As soon as the breathing tube can be removed, it will be done and I'll let him wake up, until then, it is better for all of us if he remains under.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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Supplies have been moved and secured. What could be salvaged from the burnt wagons were as was still intact pieces of timber. The bosk teams from those wagons have been assessed and dispersed to other teams or back into the herd after evaluation by the herder clan.
Notice was given out that if you can get up and move you were rotated back into duty. The longer we remain due to the rain the likelier chance we are to be vulnerable to follow up attacks or getting stuck.
We do not linger. If there is a free body, then they will be put to work. Burnt timber from the wagons will be utilized in front of wagon wheels of Dragonslair and the freight wagons to get them moving again out of the muck. We must avoid getting stuck.
At first break of the rain, we will move again.
Raziel
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Healer’s Migration Report
Migration Report
After the rain stopped, the column began to move out.
The mud had other ideas.
I now hate mud.
Despite all of the pushing, pulling, dragging and slogging, after three ahn we made it a total of twenty-eight passang. Twenty-eight. That is all. The wheel boards were put down and we halted once more before the bosk, the kaiila and the people of Tuchuk dropped from exhaustion.
The bosk and kaiila didn’t, but the people did.
Many of the Warriors who haven’t had sleep since we left Turia and the fight with the Kataii are exhausted, starving and dehydrated. The medwagon porch quickly filled up with such Warriors who were given juice and in severe cases i.v.s of fluids.
Tuchuk could not continue like this.
I tried to talk to Cassius. He was half out of his mind with exhaustion and kept talking about the War as if it were happening right then instead of the past.
I tried to talk to Boris, in charge of the 1st while the Ubar is out of commission. He didn’t understand a single word I said.
At wits end I was about to forge some Orders when the Ubara gave me permission to sign the Order from the First Wagon.
The Orders were delivered to Terran.
All flanking Outriders will now be moved to within one passang of the Column. These Outriders are split into three shifts. While two shifts are resting, the shift will patrol the Column within one passang outwards. The two shifts resting will be fed by wagons along the Column and will hydrate while resting. This will continue until our Warriors are once more at the top of their game.
Salem’s Unit, riding a rear guard at four passangs towards Turia will be replaced when Warriors are able to move about on their own, so that they may return to the Column and rest, eat, and you guessed it.. hydrate.
The herd has been moved to the left flank of the Column and even integrated inside the Column with patrols surrounding it.
Warriors, Healers and healing slaves not currently resting were given the task of resupplying the medical wagon with saline solution to be used as fluids for those too dehydrated as we were running dangerously low on prepared bottles.
Bright spot. Literally. The sun came out and stayed out for most of the day, hopefully drying the mud enough so that when we begin again at dawn, we will not have to fight so hard to get moving.
The Column will remain halted throughout the day and night to allow our bosk, mounts and people to rest and rebuild their strength.
We move out at dawn.
By the Skies let there be no more mud!
Amber
The Exhausted First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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Migration Report
After several shifts of rest, eating and hydrating our Warriors are back into somewhat healthy territory.
The Ubar was awoken and he decided a little payback was in Order. After getting medical clearance he and the 1st are heading back to Turia to raid, pillage and burn down the Kataii encampment.
The wagons will push on with short breaks to tend to axels and allow the bosk to rest until we reach the next available water source. This could take anywhere between a day to four days depending on where it is and the ground conditions.
When we reach the water, we will be waiting for the Ubar and the 1st to catch up with us.
It is our hope that we can reach the RoT and cross before the Kataii forces catch up with us and another battle ensues.
This is Tuchuk though, and best laid plans never quite go the way we want them to.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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Migration Report
After starting close to dawn the wagons made good time.
We encountered the rough ground, and sixty Warriors were sedated in the medwagon with the remaining thirty riding kaiila during this time.
Tuchuk passed through the battlefield of the War. Those who had not participated in the War surely saw the it in a whole new light when they passed the bleached out bones of those who had died to prevent Turia from overtaking the column.
A lance with the Tuchuk banner was placed, so that though their bodies may disappear, they will never be forgotten.
After the broken ground the Column stopped at the springs. Here we will wait for the Ubar and the 1st to return to us.
Water barrels should be emptied, scrubbed out and refilled with water from the springs.
All stock should be watered. The bosk will be tended so they may look like the Mother of our People again.
This is an opportunity for us to regroup and regain our strength while we wait. Take it.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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The wagons continue to remain stopped at the springs while we await the return of the Ubar and the 1st.
Not much happened as most are taking the time to relax, catch up on their work, sleep or otherwise enjoy what may be the last day of calm before we finish the last leg of our journey.
On a Healers note: The medwagon is now empty except for the four cots with the remainder of Yuudai's Unit. All other Warriors have either been discharged full with removal of sutures, or returned back to duty with sutures remaining in place until they can be taken out. The cots were scrubbed down, furs taken outside to be aired out, the apprentices rolled quite a few bandages and Taryn was tasked with making up more valerian i.v. solutions and syringes.
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My 1st Oralu returned having accomplished what we intended to do, and then some. We did take casualties, but caused a great deal more grief for Kataii. We hit their encampment outside the walls of Turia as they were moving their med wagons and freighters in order to make loading them with supplies easier. It also made it much easier for us to take them.
We hit the encampment gate and in order to prevent the people of Turia from being hit my arrows, the Turians closed the gate. The vast majority of Kataii were inside the walls when this happened. They had to use another gate to exit Turia and then make their way around the wall to reach the encampment. I was a lesson in futility by this time.
Their Main Standard was taken...
a secondary standard taken...
eight heavy freighters in various degree of loading...
two med freighters...
two heavy med wagons...
eight living wagons...
the teams to go with them...
over two thousand herd bosk...
over three hundred captives now slaves...
included among the slaves, the Ubar and Ubara!!!!!!
The downside is over two hundred of The 1st are inside the med wagons, pieced and clamped
together in need of medical attention badly.
Just under 100 fell in action, and thus far 22 making the return to the column. BUT... The 1st accomplished what it set out to do.
The total number of dead yet remains to be seen. This will undoubtedly be found in the Healer's Reports in the days to come.
We left no fallen behind. All came home.
Half the bosk to the herd, the other half to be immediately butchered and spread throughout our
people.
Living wagons to the rear of the column...
Med wagons and freighters move into the column with our established medical area.
Set the Kataii Standard behind us and bring the secondary Standard into the first wagon as a trophy of The 1st.
The once Ubar and Ubara to my wagon, put the rest to work immediately.
The 1st is granted a three day break from duties with a VERY WELL DONE!
We will remain in the area of the springs until the wounded and weary are again fit to travel. Do note, the 1st can travel while taking their three days off. I intend to make sure all are able to travel when we do pull out.
Eat, or rather feast well on the bosk. I hear Kataii bosk are delicious this time of year.
Continue with chores and tending to our stock and wagons. When the word comes to move, I want no excuses why everyone is not ready to go.
All Women and slaves will offer all the assistance they can with tending to the wounded. Even if you have no healing skills, anything you can do will take some of the pressure off the Healers.
The 1st, as a general rule now, have no family members. Though they do rather well on their own, it would be appreciated if you can cook a bit extra and offer them a hot meal. It will go a long way just seeming as though they have family if even for a short time. Morale is high and I wish to keep it that way.
All this aside, eat well and rest when possible. We still have many trials ahead of us before we can claim our wintering lands.
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Ragnar
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Because its migration related.....
I opened the seamstress wagon and resupplied the men who returned from the raid. The need for clothing was dire. I also went with the apprentices to the med wagons, and left those wounded with new clothes so that when they are well enough to leave, they would not do so in rags. It's all been marked down in my book.
Oh and I got to help sew up minor wounds the day the 1st returned. Did too many to count.
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Continue all general orders and be ready to move when the word is given.
We are still encamped by the springs awaiting word on the abilities of the wounded and exhausted to move out with minimal additional risk.
Fresh meat has been distributed throughout the camp so none should be hungry. Kataii bosk really do taste good this time of year.
Continue to rotate and relieve the Warriors on watch so everyone gets an opportunity to get some rest and eat well before we move again.
When we do move on, it is unknown when or if we will stop again for more than a break to rest and tend the stock.
Word has it the River had been impassable due to heavy rains along the mountain range. Merchants were forced to wait until the water lowered but are now crossing. There is no way yet of knowing what it will be like when the column reaches it. I strongly recommend being prepared for the worst situation imaginable. If it proves less, then we will be fine. If bad, we are prepared.
There is still a mountain of grins and herbs in crates waiting to be divided between the various Clan associated with such cargo. The Ubara purchased this from a Merchant enroute to Turia. I would not recommend leaving it out in the open. Get it into freighters where it needs to go. If rain comes the cargo will suffer a great deal of damage due to molding as there is no way to properly dry it during our march.
I am NOT going to explain to the Ubara why this happened. I would NOT wish to be the Clans she does come to requesting the reasons why it was not taken care of.
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Ragnar
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Seventy Warriors with non-life threatening injuries were treated in the second medwagon brought back to Camp by the 1st. These Warriors are more than capable of travelling with little to no pain.
One hundred and eighteen Warriors survived the first and second night in the first medwagon. These Warriors can be transferred to hammocks to limit their pain while travelling, while not avoiding it in its entirety, this is better than nothing.
The total number of deaths was 133. This includes those that fell during the raid, those who fell on the way back to the Column and those who passed on in the medwagon.
Due to the amount and severity of the injuries.. Outer medwagon staff is to the bare bones with most of them picking up where the main camp Healers leave off, barring any disasters that require them to return to their duty stations.
The main medwagon and one of the freighters will be moved towards the rear of the column when we begin moving to replace the two wagons that the Kataii burned in their last attempt to take Tuchuk (I just need to clean out my office of the medwagon before this can happen). I still need to figure out what to do with the second medwagon taken from Kataii, and for now that will remain in the Column with the other medical wagons of the main camp.
Amber
First Surgeon of Tuchuk
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MAKE READY TO MOVE.
We move just after first light.
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Ragnar
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Just prior to moving, I was, and am happy to add a Son to my House. Raziel took my Dottir Amber as his Woman.
The wagons pulled out and made good time over flat open ground. The general spirit was somewhat melancholy as the column passed yet another battlefield from the war with Turia. Old wounds do not heal as quickly as hoped.
The column continues periodically stopping to rest the teams and check over the wagons, before starting out again, and will continue this through thenight and will hopefully stop prior to sunrise in order to tend the chores, stock, and wagons, as well as get morning meal before moving on.
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Ragnar
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Tuchuk continued its march towards its wintering lands at a steady pace and continues to gain good ground with only a minor course change.
The temperatures are steadilly warming and we are now to the point I can say we are close. Continue a few more days and it will be over until we head back to our summering lands.
Continue to maintain all general orders and do not slacken in regards to the teams and wagons. I know it is growing monotonous,, but do hang in there a bit longer.
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Ragnar
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Tuchuk encountered its next source of water in a four foot deep river. The bosk were allowed to hyrate, barrels were scrubbed out and filled. The wagons stopped on the bank and prepared morning meal while general orders were carried out by greasing axels and wheels and caring for the stock.
The column continued to move throughout the day stopping only periodically to tend to the bosk and check over the wagons.
Amber
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The column has halted a few passangs South of the River of Tears. The Ubar wishes to cross as day is breaking since it will take the Column many ahn to cross and he doesn't wish to chance it in the dark.
The hours between stopping and when we procede is to assure that Tuchuk prepares as much as they can for the crossing.
Anything that may get ruined while resting on the wagon platforms should be elevated out of range of the water. After that is done, general orders are to be seen to.
This is our last major obstacle before we settle into our wintering lands.
Amber
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Healer's Migration Report
The Healer's Clan would like to go on record and say we have no idea how many injured or dead total there was after the River of Tears crossing. Those who could be released from the medwagon were after their injuries were tended to.
We can safely state that the first medwagon is full and the second one is half full.
Known injuries to members of the Inner Wagons:
Terran - gored in the left thigh by a bull bosk.
NightStorm - Right ankle broken.
Mercilayne - Scalp laceration.
Shoko - Dislocated knee right knee.
Sidona - Broken right leg - puncture wound to her posterior from a grappling hook.
Amber - Two broken ribs on the right side - strained right hip.
NPC Injuries:
Dochin - HO - Grappling hook entered his armpit and he was nearly drowned.
Boi - UO - Temwood pole through the right side of his chest and exiting from the left
Most of the HO and the UO had injuries but none were life threatening.
Missing:
Salem Khitar
Gheeta
((Apologies if I missed anyone. I was trying to keep track of everything going on in the room and I may have missed someone or something))
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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
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Bowyers Clan Report
Well, it was a good thing that bows were issued prior to migration because the Clan wagon is beyond repair. One wall stands and everything that was in it, tools, pots, lumber are gone. Everything including the reserve stores of hornbows and arrows are all gone.
When I stated all that survived was the platform and one wall, that is exactly what survived. The Clan has also lost 6 bowyers from the clan.
Until we can get to the point and maybe see about a new wagon or enough lumber to build a new one, the Clan will be working out of the Iron Workers Clan wagon.
Oraluman Report
Of my Askaris, the ranks will need replenishing. The first have lost 112 men, the second have lost 154 to battle and the River of Tears. I am still awaiting reports from my Outrider Commanders.
My Personal Bowyers, handpicked from all that I command have lost 13 out of the 100.
There were many that should courage and initiative during this migration and it has been noted. Tuchuk yet survives and with that, life must go on.
Patrols are being rotated so that the men may spend as much time with their families and on repairs.
I will be putting together a hunting party soon to help bring in some added food stores for Tuchuk.
Raz
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After the events detailed in Circe's Tale, Kimba/Aggripina went into deep hiding. Cosians were after her, and she was mostly broke, but once she was in the Forest, the Cosians were SOL. She just went deeper and deeper, so far east in fact, that she met the historical Verna on the Forest side of the Sardar. She resumed a previous alias, from the period between PanterClaw Lair and PantherClaw Taluna Jungle. It turned out that she had been well-enough known by that name to be returning to a warm welcomes in surprising places, while Circe was running the Storytellers' Guild, but she made sure she got word to Ragnar once in a while to let him know she was still alive. After Circe's death, and with Juliana clearly not up to the job; Kim had to return to the Guild, after living for considerable time as a relatively ordinary Panther, relearning combat skills she had lost when she broke her arm, and perhaps finding a joy she had lost in all her years wearing The Collar of Leadership. Today, she is the Head Slaver for a powerful male/female outlaw band (book foundation Arn/Grenna) that controls a fortress on an island off the Forest Coast of Thassa, which is run by a female outlaw (book foundation Tarna), whose combat skills make Kimba look like a proby, though Kim is probably in the top 80 % of all fighters in her area, or higher. Aggripina runs the Guild from there, and the average person would not know that the Slaver Gia is also Aggripina the Storyteller, wearing different clothing. Those in the Home know, but keep the secret from strangers, and enjoy playing such as well.
Kim has been sending letters to Ragnar, keeping him posted on her whereabouts and activities. She performed at the Fair, three days of last weekend, and has been traveling southwards, on a relay of Guild tarnsman. Ragnar has not been surprised by reports of a pair a tarnsmen flying blue with scarlet trim keeping tabs on the final stages of the migration.
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