Migration Log

[Taryn]

**Healers Report**

There have been a couple of severe cases of frostbite to both hands and feet, as well as to the ear tips, though a couple of toes and fingers were lost, they are alive and healing well so far. They are checked on twice a day, to change dressings and to immerse fingers and/or toes in warm water to keep the circulation going.

The men who have been suffering from saddle sores, agrimony/blue grass salve has been made up and will be passed around this evening. Apply up to three times a day to ease the pain and discomfort from the sores. The agrimony will help heal the sores and keep any infection from starting as we are not able to bathe as regularly as we are normally used to and the blue grass is a numbing herb, that will numb the area and remove the discomfort for a short period of time.

In 3 separate freight wagons located in key areas of the wagon columns, there is a fire going outside to cook meat for those Warriors who have no Woman or slave to care for them, there is also 2 freight wagons set up to take in those who wish to get either a few ehn or ahn of sleep, there are blankets, furs and a brazier burning inside each of those freight wagons, as well as Taryn's own wagon, which she has opened to any and all Warriors who wish to lay their heads down for as long as they wish, her 2 thralls and slave are there for any needs or wishes that they may want and the fee for the use of her slave alexis is waived until we reach our new camp. There should be no worry about her sleeping in that wagon, as she is currently sleeping in either the front cooking wagon or in the inner circle medical wagon.

I have ordered Taryn off duty for at least two days, though I know she will only do this for one day, but she is currently in the medical wagon on one of the cots sleeping, as I slipped something into her tea to get her to sleep. From what I have been told she hasn't slept more than 2 or 3 ahn since we have left Turia and I knew that if I didn't step in, she would drop from exhaustion at the wrong place and time. So I ask that no one call her into service, at least for the rest of this night and into the late afternoon today, though if an emergency comes up and everyone is needed, then she will be wakened and pushed into her clan duties.

Leticia
Senior Healer

**End Report**

[RAGNAR]

Entry 16


RAGNAR


The ground is a mess. The ice has mostly melted and now we are left with mud. The wagons used their wheelboards so starting out will not be so bad.

Tuchuk did suffer a few casualties during the venture up the slope:

Sarant............... Injured..... awaiting report.
Ping.................. Killed........ cause of death crushed skull.
Thrall #2872....... killed........ cod gored by bosk.
Thrall # 4411...... killed........ cod crushed by wagon.
Leeu................. killed........ cod trampled by Mercy's kaiila.
Bhingh................injured.....  wagon rolled.

One bosk was made lame and became food.
One medium freight wagon was lost. Salvage operations were conducted and goods were divided and placed in other wagons for transport. Wagon was stripped of all useable parts including broken wood and wheels. One wheel was undamaged. All the remains is the heavy wagon platform which we have no way to transport.

The dead Warriors were collected and placed in the med wagon to be taken care of prior to their pyre after we make the downward slope.

The dead thralls we placed on NightStorm's wagon platform for sleen food.

Sarant was last seen headed for the med wagon.

We camped upon the flats above the slope, and I hope to make as good of time as possible, perhaps even taking the downward slope if the bosk and wagons are able without resting. I have my suspicions this may not be possible due to the condition of the ground.


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It was however bright and sunny today, though still on the cold side. At least the heaviest of winter clothing was not needed.

[Mercilayne]

Healer's Report

Sarant was seen to and treated after a hard fall from near the top of the incline that the Camp had travelled up.  When the medics got to her, she was unconcious and as of now, still has not regained conciousness.  The back of her head had been bleeding some, that was cleaned and stitched up securely.  There was also a stick that had been pushed thru her right upper thigh, it had missed the bone, thankfully.  Once she was in the medical wagons, it was removed and the wound cleaned and stitched up.  Her left ankle was slightly swollen as well and wrapped.  So far her vital signs are within normal limits, her eyes are reactive to the light.  Once the wagons stopped their movement, an IV was established on Sarant to give her fluids as well as antibiotics in case of infection from her cuts and holes.  She is made comfortable in the medical wagons and is being watched closely.


During the movement over the muddy flats to where the downhill slope is, the medical wagon that Sarant was in struck a couple of large rocks which caused most in the wagon that were not sitting or secured down to fall and or bounce around.  No serious injuries were reported, mostly bumps and bruises.  However, there were 7 bottles of the Saline solution for the IV's broken as well as 5 bottles of the agrimony/blue grass salve.  Other than that, the mess was just scattering of some supplies that had not been secured properly.  It was quickly cleaned up and the inventory taken. 


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[RAGNAR]

Entry 17


Cassius


I hate reports. I will be brief.


The wagons sit, waiting to begin the trek down the slope. Make sure everything is ready.

The weather is improving, and we actually had a day that was warm enough midday for the Men to get rid of their winter coats and hats and opt to wear a thick warm shirt beneath their leather jerkins. The sun and warmer temperature has had a positive affect on the downward slope. Although slight, it does seem less soft than the upward slope and the level ground approach was.

Boris reported to me something about Merci sitting on Sarant's face during the last move. I did not wish to seek further details. Some things are best left unsaid I think.

The Commanders and Ubar decided the best route to take is straight ahead rather than the only other wagon viable route.

Jimchak relayed that Melanie seems to be injured in some way, and he gave her some willowbark of his own to ease the pain. Hopefully she will be checked, or rechecked by a Healer.

Make ready to move, then relax and get some rest.

Maintain all the current general orders.


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[C h e l s i a]

my apologies to A/any i might have offended with my post,it won't happen again

[RAGNAR]

Entry 18


RAGNAR


Tuchuk took the downward slope. It was by far not easy, but was accomplished with minimal casualties.

An old Man passed on, seemingly due to age. Will await the official Healers report. He left behind no Sons, Daughters, or Companion. His belongings have been added to the camp coffers for final disposition.

Raziel's living quarters lost its rear axle and temporary repairs have been made.

A freight wagon broke an axle and has been repaired. A backup axle was used, so a replacement must be obtained when we resupply at The Point.

A stowaway was found in another freight wagon, and was collared to camp and named reese.

JUNIOR... BERAT's successor suffered a strain or sprain to his right leg. Shylina is tending him but it is unlikely he will be pulling as part of my team for awhile.

My wagon suffered a destroyed brake and slight damages to my stores inside. I am certainly going to miss those four bottles of palm wine. I only have three bottles remaining in my stores as I was late in procuring more in Turia. Someone had already cleaned the merchant out. Also lost were a case of empty liquor bottles, a cask of old meade, some raided glassware, and a case of wine.

The wagons halted in an area where the ground was firmer and has natural springs. Fires were built for cooking and the cauldrons prepared to heat water for bathing and other essentials. I am uncertain if Tuchuk will move forward, but that potential is always present. I leave that to the morale of Tuchuk to decide. If spirits are low and the stock require additional rest... we will remain in place for another day. If all looks well... we shall move on.

We had a sunny day this day, and now the temperatures are definitely starting to rise. The grass in the area is the best we have come to, but is still not top grazing land. It will however support our grazing stock and is a welcome spot to them especially after the dried grasses, grains, and having to root up grass from beneath snow and ice.

Maintain all current general orders.

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[RAGNAR]

Entry 19



Soong


The wagons remained in place, the grazers relished the improved grass, and Tuchuk made use of the springs. Fresh food, relaxation, it seems to have given rise to morale and energy.

Most kaiila have returned, and the others are expected after feeding.

Ubar has gone ahead to check the land before us.

Nothing new to add.

Maintain all current general orders.

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[Mercilayne]

Healer's Report


There was an incident between one of the Hunter's Clan and an Outrider.  Seems that the young Hunter had been aiming at a tabuk and missed, shooting the Outrider in the left thigh.  The Outrider then proceeded to seek retribution in the form of a lance to the face of the Hunter.  Both were brought to the medical wagons and treated.

Although as soon as the two got into the wagon, Taryn and Leticia were called away to assist in a difficult birthing in another wagon.  flame, chels, Sarant, and Merci attended the Outrider and Hunter, overseen carefully by the healers that were left in the wagon and not out on other calls for assistance.

The Outrider had a barbed arrow stuck in his left thigh, lodged against the bone.  It was carefully cut out and the hole packed with gauze soaked in healing herbs.  His leg was reset then splinted as well due to the fact that the arrow was lodged into the bone.  The packing will be changed twice a day and he will be carefully watched for signs of shock.  An IV was also established by a healer in case antibiotics were needed to be given.  There were no complications wit the Outrider.

The Hunters face was busted open, his nose broken and lacerated across the bridge of it, his eyes were swollen shut and blackened, and he was bleeding and unconcious when he got the medical wagons.  The Hunter was taken inside and the blood cleaned up and bleeding controlled quickly.  A healer oversaw the setting of the Hunter's nose.  The smaller and shallow lacerations were cleaned well then treated by flame with honey salve then wrapped.  The deeper ones were stitched up by Merci. Bluegrass salve was applied as directed by the healers, both before and after the stitches were in place.  Bandages were applied as well.  Vital signs are being monitored by the healers and the Hunter is being watched closely for signs of regaining conciousness a well as for signs of shock.

chels took a tumble into one of the springs and sprained her ankle as well this night.  Her limb was packed with mosspaste and then wrapped. She is currently in the medical wagon, keeping weight off of her foot until released by one of the healers. 


End Report

[RAGNAR]

Entry 20


Cassius



See prior Healer report for details.

Tuchuk continued moving stopping only for brief rest periods to allow the stock a break. Temperatures are warming and the winter clothing may be packed away.

Good time has been made and we are currently stopped by the last small river and water source before the River of Tears. The bosk and other grazing stock are enjoying good grass and cool clean water. Tuchuk checked the wagons and many have been utilising the river to wash clothing and their persons, as well as some of the muddier stock.

As stated, it is a small river perhaps waist to chest deep at most with a good firm bottom at the crossing Ubar has marked. The ground entering and exiting is good and solid with a flat rock base. This should keep the mud to a bare minimum if any mud is created. The ground is nice and firm. One can tell we are on the outskirts of the Cartius region.

Though in good spirits, it is noted that as always Tuchuk is preoccupied with the knowledge of what the RoT may bring this season.

Thus far plenty of game has been seen though as of this reporting there is no reports of Hunters taking any game. I contribute this to the Clan Elder being injured and the accidental incident of the night before last.

I await a Healers report on the birthing situation.

I wish to state for the record, even though I hate reports... RAZIEL ACTUALLY BATHED THIS DAY! All of Tuchuk bid him THANKS!

It was reported Tuchuk could have had some river fish for dinner, but none really desired to risk eating them. Allegedly Merci removed her boots and soaked her feet in the river and the fish floated to the surface dead and washed downriver.

Be ready to move when the command is given. We should reach the RoT within two days time. Ubar, reportedly is there now checking the crossing.

Maintain all current general orders.


End Report

[Taryn]

**Healers Report**

Taryn Iona
Senior Healer

Tuchuk has three babies among it's numbers this migration, two baby boys and a baby girl. The woman, Betrice, who was the reason that both myself and Leticia were called away to tend to, had been in labor for nearly 2 days, as well as being 3 hands early, and when it was evident that she wasn't going to deliver normally, so a C-Section was performed. Betrice and son are resting comfortably, mother is healing well, but for another day or two is bed-ridden to keep from tearing the stitches in place.

All new mothers are resting comfortably, two of them have already moved back to their own wagons with their new bundles of joy and Companion to begin the road of nurturing and raising these babies to be an asset to Tuchuk, if they survive to adulthood. Leticia and I have assigned the two new mothers a healing slave to help them around their wagons, as well as a Healer to check on them for the next 4 hands or so, to help them settle into a routine and to make sure that they are able to get some rest during the first month.

Myself and Leticia have returned to the main medical wagon this afternoon and are seeing to the patients that are still guests of our wagon. Either myself or Leticia will have a report to give when we are able to assess the situation, though it probably won't happen until after we cross the River of Tears this day.

**End Report**

[RAGNAR]

Entry 21


RAGNAR



We sit on the Southern bank of the RoT. All is ready.

Not much to say. The river is wide and deep with the current moving faster than I would like for crossing. I expect a storm in the next day or so, andthe crossing must be made now or the river may be impassible for an unknown amount of time.

Endless Sky watch over us.


End Report

[Mercilayne]

Healer's Report

After a sucessful crossing of the River of Tears, a few were taken to the medical wagons, or sought treatment on their own.  A full report will come soon from the Senior Healers as to the exact numbers.

Sarant was taken from one of the fires on the Northern side of the banks back to the medical wagon when her recently injured leg cramped up on her and gave out.  So far there doesn't seen to be any damage done to the injured thigh and if by morning, nothing else shows up, she will be released once more from the wagon.  She was made warm and comfortable and watched over, her vital signs monitored as was her injury.

NightStorm also made her own way to the medical wagon to be checked over.  A cask hit her right arm during the Crossing.  Her arm was misshappen somewhat, swollen and bruised.  The Healers found that it was a complete fracture and the bone was reset and splinted.  NightStorm was given willowbark to chew for the pain and kept in the medical wagons overnight to be checked by a healer in tomorrow to see how she was doing.

Taryn made the crossing, but immediately upon coming up onto the northern bank, she collapsed.  It is yet unknown if the collapse is from exhaustion or something else.  She was carried to the medical wagon by Boris and laid in a cot to be checked over.

During the crossing, a baby girl was swept into the RoT when the wagon she was in was overturned.  The Woman that was with her was lost to the River, we are still waiting to see if she turns up or if she will be one of the ones lost.  Merci brought the babe to the medical wagon to be checked over.  So far unless something turns up, the baby seems to be in good health and does not seem to be very old at all.  Perhaps it is one of the ones that Taryn recently delivered.  Once Taryn wakes up, she might be able to ID the babe.  The babe's family will be searched for as well.

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[RAGNAR]

Entry 22


RAGNAR



Tuchuk made the crossing. Loses and casualties unknown at this time. A full accounting will be made as soon as possible.

We halted on the Northern side of the river to rest. Check the critters closely as well as the wagons, harnesses, and supplies. Eat, rest, and hopefully we will continue onward if the bosk are rested and able.

The storm to the South of us is slowly starting to lose its force and threatens us only.

The main herd crossed upriver of the wagons suffering only a handful of casualties according to reports.

Patrols will be made downriver searching for survivors as long as feasible.

For now, exhaustions claims many of us and the rest will be appreciated.

We should only be a few days now from our lands. The temperature is warm though the crossing was cold. The wagons are slowly assembling in order and will be organised by dawn. The Warriors will maintain the watch. As of this reporting much is in chaos as is to be expected.


End Report

[RAGNAR]

Entry 23


Cassius



Ubar set out to see where the herd is intending to stop. He has not yet returned.

We had hail this day. Large damaging hail in volume.

The stocked needed another day of rest, and with the hail, returning Tuchuks that were missing after the crossing, the wagons were held in place.

A healers report will have to follow when all info is gathered.

A few kaiila broke free during the hail but did return later. Some damage was taken to wagon domes but as of this reporting it is nothing that cannot be fixed rather easy.

Aside from the cold of the hail, the day was hot and the evening temperature seems to be holding at a comfortable level.

Continue the river patrols and maintain all current general orders. Tomorrow we set out for the next leg of our journey.

End Report

[Mercilayne]

Healer's Report

The bandaging on NightStorm's arm was undone then redone due to it was originally placed on too tight.  She has movement and feeling in her fingers and hand and it looks to be healing well for now.  She was released from the medical wagon with orders to take it easy and return tomorrow for it to be checked over again.  Upon exiting the medical wagon, the railing she was leaned against broke and sent her to the ground from the platform.  A thrall was there though and took it upon himself to break her fall.  The thrall did not survive and was taken to be sleen food.

Commander Soong is currently in the medical wagon as well.  He took a hard fall from the wagon platform due to the slick conditions during the hailstorm, down the stairs, and nearly tore his ear off, knocking him unconcious.  The ear was salvaged though and sewn back into place.  Bluegrass salve was placed on the stitches and then it wrapped up.  He is currently still in the medical wagon being tended to.  Cassius was informed of the Commanders injuries.

A steady stream of injured people were seen starting to come into the medical wagon.  A lot of head injuries were seen.  They ranged from lacerations and deep gouges to large knots and bumps.  There were also many injuries to limbs and shoulders of many people who had not caught shelter quick enough or who had fallen in attempting to get to the shelter. 

One warrior has the last two fingers on his left hand chomped off by a kailla.

A complete report of injuries will be forthcoming once the night is over with and everyone seen to as injuries are still coming in.

End Report