tushanshu | Voice;

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.

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How come?

Seasonal climates in coastal areas are quite often closely linked to the offshore currents and winds which, when they shift, can bring changes in temperature. These variances must be taken into account when plotting a course. Even under the best conditions, sailing can be a tricky, even dangerous business. Misjudge the climate, and you will encounter icebergs, hurricanes, any number of potentially disastrous events.

Admiral. Admiral.

[ Jack sounds positively wounded here! ]

I'm the Spirit of Winter. My best friend is the North Wind and I get along pretty well with all the other winds too. My boss, such as she is, is Mother Nature -- and not in the metaphorical sense. Do you really think I'm gonna let you have anything less than the perfect day when you decide you're going to launch this ship?

[Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat.

Oh well, at least you addressed him by his proper title.]

I -- appreciate the offer, but I think it best if we not depend entirely on abilities that, as has already been shown, may be stripped away.

[That was nice and diplomatic, wasn't it? Also: whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat.

This place. He is so done with this place.]

[ Well, that wasn't the reaction he was hoping for. ]

Well sure, but I'm just saying you probably have to worry less about inclement weather than some ship... launchings...

I do appreciate the offer.

[Such a lie. He is nothing if not weirded out by the offer.]

Perhaps your -- abilities -- may come in most useful.

Okay. We'll see how it goes.

[ He might have an inkling you're lying, James. Call it a spirit's sixth sense. ]

[He's not lying, exactly, he's just reserving judgement.]

Indeed, we shall.

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