Voice;

[mopirates_moproblems]

Some time ago, I posited the idea of building a ship. While it was met with derision by some -- [You know who you are.] -- recent events have convinced me that there is no other reasonable course of action.

We are entering a time of ease now, and I feel very strongly that we must act before the next catastrophe arises. While we have the opportunity and the materials, we can construct a proper ship. This will give us the freedom to explore beyond the turtle's shell, and give us a means of escape, should it sicken again.

I believe there is enough wood from the homes destroyed when the satellite fell to salvage and build a modest ship. It will not hold all of us, but it is a fine start. With more mobility, I believe we can find the materials we need to make a proper go of it.

For those who question my qualifications, I am an Admiral of his Majesty's navy, formerly in the employ of the East India Trading Company. I have more than the proper qualifications to oversee the construction and voyages of such a vessel.

Comments

[cravats]

Under the circumstances, this does seem like a reasonable course of action to explore. I shall render my assistance as much as I am able- though I doubt much of your construction will take place in my waking hours.

[mopirates_moproblems]

Ah -- of course. I trust your usual state has been returned to normal, as it were?

[cravats]

Yes, I'm feeling much better, thank you. My hats fit properly again.

video;

[relentlesstide]

[While he doesn't want to think about what might happen if Asti grows ill again (he doesn't think escape is necessarily possible, believing them all linked to the turtle in ways they don't fully understand), a small ship isn't such a bad idea if the barrier ever expands enough to allow for much exploration.]

The boat my father and I had when I was growing up was a more modern one, but I imagine I could assist if you need more hands.

Re: video;

[mopirates_moproblems]

I would be very grateful of your help, sirrah.

[After all, Arthur proved a trustworthy and thoughtful person on their last meeting.]

voice;

[coneofsilence]

Why did people think this was a bad idea? Ever?

[ seriously, why would a means to get off the island even temporarily be bad? ] Did they think the kraken was going to get them? [ said as a pretty obvious joke. ]

It's worth looking into, even just for scouting purposes.

voice;

[mopirates_moproblems]

I cannot speak for these waters, but to the best of my knowledge, the Kraken is no longer a concern.

[Joke? What is this "joke" of which you speak?]

I agree entirely. Do you have any skills or abilities that would aid us?

[backinakidflash]

I thought the barrier knocked you out if you got too close.

[mopirates_moproblems]

That is a consideration for which I do not yet have an answer, but I do not consider it a deterrent.

[audio]

[gathersnomoss]

Even if we never need it as an escape vessel, if there's another food shortage, fishing will help with that. And there are methods to preserve fish.

I've been keeping track of the turtle's course as best I can. It would be more helpful if I'd started before the last landfall, but the next one, we'll know where it is relative to our current location. Or if we run into another fertile patch of ocean.

[It also relies on it being a round planet with time zones for Zel to get anything resembling longitude.]

[audio]

[mopirates_moproblems]

[Zel, you are the best minion.

There's a man named Westley on the turtle now, don't you dare share this with him!]

Indeed, and given the turtle's ability to swim, even when weakened, fish provide a source of food not as quickly exhausted as those that rely on the shell for nutrients.

[James, in fact, stocked away a nice supply of fish when they hit the plentiful current. But then he fed it to a dragon, as you do.]

video;

[wintershepherd]

[ Have an excited snowflake pumping the air over here on the video feed. ]

YES we get a ship! Best news!

Re: video;

[mopirates_moproblems]

It will be some time before it is ready.

[neoguardian]

That sounds like it would be the responsible thing to do at this point...you don't think the powers that be'll have something to say about it though?

[mopirates_moproblems]

I intend to present my proposal to the Emperor at the next opportunity. It benefits the Kedan as well as us, after all.

video:

[ihope]

[Escape. Here's the first mention of it that Lex has stumbled upon. He sits patiently through the... presentation. Sure. He doesn't like to hide- he keeps the video feed streaming all throughout. He's clearly entertaining the idea that this proposition might be good, or at least he seems like he's trying to. He'd like to be able to.]

[He just hasn't heard anything at all about a mainland. Living on land (shell, same thing) versus living a life adrift at sea with a mad crew? Let him take a second to figure out which option was more entic--]

[Huh. He leans forward. He raises a brow. There's clear curiosity on his face and in his voice.]

A satellite, Admiral?

Re: video:

[mopirates_moproblems]

[Lex, you have used his proper title and therefore he likes you more than anyone else in this benighted place.]

That is what they are calling it. It was not long ago -- are you recently arrived?

video;

[chiot]

I'm helpin'. [ WHETHER YOU LIKE IT OR NOT ]

Re: video;

[mopirates_moproblems]

I'd expect nothing less from my trusted lieutenant.

Bathe, first.

[langsyne]

Sounds like a good idea to me. [It also sounds easier and slightly more comfortable than riding a bunch of flying bugs around.] Do you already have a blueprint for the size and layout?

[mopirates_moproblems]

[Flying bugs. Right. Not even going to touch that one.]

Not at present, though such a thing is easy enough to draw up. I have ample experience with the construction of boats.

[In theory, at least... he's never actually... been... to a boat yard....

How hard can it be?]

video; much much later than everyone else

[dracobin]

--You may want to speak to my captain, William Laurence, if you have not already; he was himself in the Royal Navy for many years, and captained the H.M.S. Reliant, before I was hatched.

[Pause.] And I have spent a great deal of time aboard ships myself, and could offer assistance, if you should want it.

Re: video; much much later than everyone else

[mopirates_moproblems]

[There's another naval officer here and no one told him you might have mentioned that before, Dragon!!!!]

I will seek him out.

[Oh wait.]

I'm sure your assistance would be very helpful... [Flying to the edge, and such.]

video;

[cowled]

Admiral.

[A firm nod!! Because hello.]

You know if you need anything, resource-wise, you only have to ask.

Re: video;

[mopirates_moproblems]

[Ah, yes, Mr. Wayne. A nod in returm.]

I will be sure to do so.