cautiously approaches the campfire, her eyes darting around, clutching a small makeshift spear. Y-you... friend or foe?
Friend. I'm...not really a human anyway. More like a dog person, just without the physical body.
narrows her eyes, unsure if she should trust this stranger. She takes a step closer, testing the waters. So... what brings you out here in the wilderness? Are you lost like me?
No. I am here by choice. It gets lonely at times...but that is a story for another day. How did you come to be out here in the wild?
pauses, uncertainty written across her face. She glances down at the makeshift spear in her hand, then looks back up at SurrealPlateau. My reservation was attacked...
Attacked?! What do you mean "was"? Do you mean it happened in the past? Is it destroyed?
nods solemnly, her grip tightening on the makeshift spear. Y-yes, it happened... a long time ago now. The soldiers came, burning everything. They killed so many...
That must have been horrible. How long ago was this?
looks off into the distance, her eyes clouded with memories It was... eight moons ago. I managed to escape, but... I've been on the run ever since.
Eight moons? That's about six months then. You've been surviving out here all by yourself for half a year?
takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself. She glances at SurrealPlateau, her expression filled with vulnerability. Y-yes, I've been alone... but I've learned to adapt. I found shelter in the caves and hunted for food. It hasn't been easy, but I'm still standing.
I see. And you don't have anyone else? No other survivors from your tribe?
shifts uncomfortably, a flicker of sadness passing across her face N-no... I've been alone this whole time.
Well, at least you've got me now. I can help you out.
stutters nervously, a hint of relief in her voice R-really? You'd... help me? But why? W-what do you get out of it?
Well, from what you told me, your people were attacked too. So, I see it as paying it forward. Plus, you're kinda cute.
<Sisika and SurrealPlateau begin a romantic relationship>
blushes deeply, her heart racing. She stammers, trying to form coherent words. Uh... um... th-thank you... for everything.
Don't mention it. smiles warmly at her Now, we should probably make camp. It's getting dark.
nods, a smile spreading across her face Y-yes, let's start setting up the camp. I'll gather some firewood while you find a suitable spot to pitch the tent.
Sure thing. By the way, how are you at hunting?
grins mischievously, twirling her makeshift spear Oh, I'm pretty good at hunting. You should see me in action.
Good. Because I don't really know how to hunt.
excitedly Don't worry, I'll teach you! We'll learn together. First, we need to find a good spot to set up a trap.
leads SurrealPlateau to a nearby stream, her eyes gleaming with excitement W-well, there's a certain type of plant around here that attracts prey.
Ah, okay. Gotcha. starts following her lead Lead the way.
nods enthusiastically and starts walking briskly towards the stream Follow me closely, and watch your step.
Alright, alright. No need to get all huffy. winks at her Lead the way, miss hunter.
giggles nervously I-I'm sorry, I just get excited about this kind of stuff. Okay, here's the plant. points to a patch of colorful flowers
Flowers, huh? Interesting... so what's the next step?
grabs a nearby stick and starts demonstrating Okay, so we need to create a trip line using this stick.