Posted by Civilian Ragna Idun McKenzie (Future Citizen) in Pirates and Mercenaries Abound: Arriving at the Dig!

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Posted by Civilian Ragna Idun McKenzie (Future Citizen) in Pirates and Mercenaries Abound: Arriving at the Dig!
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It had been several hours of travel to the remote dig that had been set up for the large group. Transporters would have been the easier option, that is, if it hadn’t been for major kelbonite deposits in the area. The site had been set up with basic amenities. Some tools were already on site as well. Thankfully, the vehicle carrying all of their supplies had arrived before them, and thus some personnel were already setting up more gear.

Nathan turned to the others as the vehicle they were in slowed nearing the dig. “Well, I’m sure you all could use a good stretch. If you’ll take note on the left are various tents for our actual work that we all will be taking part in. Just ahead are the main resting quarters with a large tent closer to the mountain wall. That larger ones is a common area for us all to get to know each other, interact. It’s a break area. The living quarters are arranged in tents with either one or two beds. And at this point I would say the majority of the people who will be on this site are now here! So let’s get off, find your belongings, claim a room if you will. We’ll all gather in the common area in one hour where we will go over all the details of what’s happened so far and what you all will be assisting with.”

She as positively excited and Cosgrove wore a smile but she also kept her response measured, professional. After all, this was important work and while she knew it would be fun, she needed to make sure everything ran smoothly.

Ragna was staring out the window getting a feel for the layout of the camp and already identifying what each area most likely was. Years of experience on various digs however did not curb the excitement to be here. It had not been long, an she was glad her work had finished before she and Seamus had to leave for Oed. This opportunity was not needed for her degree or credentials like the students, but oh it was good for her soul.

Nathan could sense the delight in everyone as they approached. He was happy for that. He only hoped they held on to that once they finally got hot and dirty.

Once the vehicle came to a stop, Nathan was the first to step out offering a hand to anyone who needed help down.

-Nathan Carlisle, Archaeologist Professor

Kristina had her small bag on her shoulder with a couple PaDDs and she adjusted it and reached out to take his hand, hopping down with a grin. “I’ll find my space first, but what’s the plan after? Do you know which tent we’ll be handling the administration from?”

~Kristina Cosgrove

Nathan gestured to the large tent. “That’s probably where most of the administration will be done from. Center of the activity and plenty of space if needed. You’ll be one of our only two administrators. Hope you’re up to the task!” he said kindly to her.

Kristina gave him a lopsided grin. “I’m sure I’ll manage.”

Ragna had a small bag with her and after exciting the vehicle she made her way to the other transport. The equipment she had was very old fashioned, much more hands on. Her more elaborate and impressive tools were still on their way to Oed with the rest of the clan. She grabbed the small trunk and after a few questions was pointed in the direction of the work area that could make use of such tools. Dropping that off she found a bunk in one of the double tents. Ragna didn’t mind sharing. If this was like any other dig she would be too tired to care who else was in the tent with her at the end of the day. Years of long habit had her reaching for her comm to inform her mother she had arrived quite safely, only to pause and remember that message went to Seamus now. That made her extremely happy. Message sent, she grabbed a smaller bag and a PaDD and headed over to the main tent for the common area.

Ragna McKenzie

Massat was the last off the vehicle, and they began unloading their belongings as well as a few extra crates and things as they made their way to a single tent.

Soon everyone had disembarked and scattered to find a tent of their own. Nathan had already set one up for himself.He darted in, unaware if anyone had snuck in. Not that he was expecting anyone to, but it wouldnt surprise him if someone had made a mistake.

People milled about unloading belongings and setting up for 2 weeks relatively alone.

-Nathan Carlisle, Archaeology Professor

OOC: Feel free to describe yourselves unloading somewhere! Once we do that, we’ll mov everyone to the main tent for information. :)

-Tony

Massat set up their tent as best they could without taking too much time before they left. Various odds and ends, tools, portable workbench, small parts, and a few pieces of equipment were set up and charging off a solar collector they had set on the top of their tent. Nodding to themselves, they left the tent and headed out and towards the main tent.

Kristina found a bunk in a tent where someone had already claimed the other bunk. As a camp manager, she probably would get a single tent but she honestly wasn’t fussed and was happy to leave it to others. Besides, she wanted to be social with people and get to know others on the colony. Grabbing a canvas hat, she popped it on her head and headed for the main tent.

Stepping in, Cosgrove took in the set-up, finding the table with the operational plans, comm unit and other equipment. She noted another woman in the tent and waved. “Hi, I’m Kristina, one of the camp managers.”

~Kristina Cosgrove

The woman turned from where she was examining the grid of the different excavation spots. She smiled, placed a hand over her heart and bowed her head slightly. “Ragna McKenzie, a pleasure, Kristina. I’m not sure where Professor Carlisle will put me. I have experience doing it all. Whatever it is will be fun.” She stepped over and held out her hand.

Ragna McKenzie

Karilan walked in and smiled at the two. “Hello. I don’t think we met prior. I am Karilan Massat. It is a pleasure to meet you both.” and they nodded their head at each.

Karilan Massat

Ragna turned with a smile placing her hand over her heart again and bowing her head. “A pleasure for me as well. I am Ragna McKenzie. Do you work with the university?”

Ragna McKenzie

Nathan finally made his appearance within the tent. He had managed to change into something he found a bit more comfortable for the environment they were in. He had donned a light shirt colored shirt with sleeves rolled up to just passed his elbows, the physique of his forearms quite evident now. Over top that he had a vest with a plethora of pockets to keep tools. His brown slacks were held up by a black belt with a few attached accessories. As he walked in, he hung his hat on one of the many hooks available for hanging such things.

He moved over to the slowly growing group of people. “Hello once again everyone. This is our main tent. Here we have administrative services, communications, and dig oversight. We’ll have another tent specifically dedicated to security, and another specifically for handling anything we find, and yet another for engineering work. And yes we do have general food and cleaning facilities. I will tell you now though, dress for the dirt and heat. We do have sonic showers, but they are not one hundred percent reliable. You’re definitely going to get dirty at some point, but for the most part, you’ll have chances to clean up. If you need any appropriate clothing, administration can handle that. Any tools that are needed will be handled by the engineering staff on site. As for communications, we are able to get in touch with most people back in the city, but overuse has the possibility to not only distract but put wear and tear on the equipment. I keep communications to the city to a minimum. Save what power we have for the site and those already here. Tonight we will work on settling in and getting to know the area. Tomorrow is when the nitty gritty will really go in to full swing. Feel free to find your areas of work, get to know some people near you. A nice dinner to kick things off will be tonight, and I have no idea what the chef has in store. I’ll take any questions if anyone has any?” he spoke rather informally.

-Nathan Carlisle, Archaeologist Professor