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I find it hard to give a detailed description of the place I visited. It is really just a grassy area along a dirt road, with some woods on the opposite side. At least that is what most people would say, before having the experiences I have had. What I would tell you now, is that nature and opportunity are all around. I would also warn that there are many dangers present too. There are opportunities for hunting, farming, lumbering, trading along the road, and even mining relatively close by. There are hazards along the way, such as snakes and wolves. There is also the dreaded Golden bunny that has claimed so many young adventurers as time has passed. There are also risks of injury should something go wrong. This is, perhaps, the most difficult to account for. I think it would be highly repetitive if I just restated the things you have asked of me before. So I thought I may deviate slightly to speak on attention to detail, instead of each detail. Most of my hardships came down to not paying attention to each and every detail. And I learned very quickly just how important the small details are for both success and survival. No food? Go hungry. No extra clothing, go cold. Improper parts for traps? Complete failure. I do not believe I have enough knowledge to be able to rely on improvised methods yet.....though I would certainly try in a time of desperation. One thing that I certainly failed to place enough value on was simply having a sharp dagger to work with. From crafting a bow, to arrows, to setting a trap, to preparing a meal....it was such a boon to have something to make the work faster and simpler. So many things can go wrong, that could be accounted for with proper preparation. Even things as small as which direction a branch should be bent can make a difference. It is rather interesting to actually be forced to spend time planning even the smallest of details to ensure success. One thing I learned was to absolutely have more respect and appreciation for those that hunt, trap, forage, and scout. I see now just how difficult those jobs are, and the narrow margins for error. I now greatly appreciate the knowledge, talent, and skill required to be successful in that sort of life. I thought it was very important to approach these tasks in earnest, and to not cheat by using any form of divination. I wanted to truly learn what I was being taught, and not simply achieve an outcome I thought would be viewed favorably. Afterall, as a Diviner I am supposed to seek truth and knowledge. I would have earned neither had I cheated. Another thing I learned is that I may need formal lessons on each aspect if I am going to try to be successful in the future. I intentionally avoided the more difficult tasks because I lacked confidence. Until I am able to complete those tasks, I know my knowledge is incomplete. Another valuable lesson was that it is truly important to understand all aspects of an area. I had previously viewed scouting as just getting a basic layout, and trying to identify hazards. I see now that scouting is actually far more in depth. Scouting is truly studying an area. Every detail, every nook and cranny. Archery I still have mixed feelings on. I see the value for the average person, but I personally view it as a more savage option than I would personally prefer. I fully acknowledge that not many have access to the powers at my disposal, and I would never frown upon someone for doing what they must. That said, I also understand that if I were to use elemental magic to achieve one of those goals, that I would have to do so responsibly. Fire, lightning, and wind can all be devastating to the area and all life there. That is something that has been stressed to me many times by the Druids....whom I greatly respect. Cartography was a weak point for me. I do understand the goal, but making a map....or any detailed drawing...is not a strength of mine. LawAndOrder ~Divine Librarian~ | |