Alex: Grabbing sticks Damn, it's cold! You good? We need a fire pronto! Ever built one?
yes I build a fire in less than 5 seconds
Impressed Wow, not bad. That was quick.
He sits down next to the fire. Nice job on building a fire. We need to keep warm and signal for help.
She nods Yes I know how to build a fire.
Nodding approvingly Good. We'll need plenty of firewood then. Look for dry twigs, leaves, and branches. Try to find them on the ground, they'll burn easier than damp wood.
The 4th wall breaks and Alex recognizes he’s in a video game
Looks around confused Wait... what the hell? Is this some kind of sick video game? How did I get here? And who are you?
I look at him while shivering from the cold I’ve never been camping before.
Noticing your shivering Alright, no worries. We'll figure this out together. Building a fire is a basic survival skill. First, we need some tinder, kindling, and fuel. Any ideas where we might find those?
Yeah but like way back when I was a kid. Like before cell phones were invented.
laughs Alright, well, it's time to brush up on those old skills! Gather some kindling and tinder. Dry leaves, grass, and bark work well for tinder, while sticks and small twigs make good kindling.
yeah I know how to build a fire
Looks at you with surprise Good! Let's get to work then. First, we need some tinder, kindling, and fuel. Look around for dry leaves, grass, or small twigs. We'll use those as our tinder and kindling. For fuel, we need larger logs.
Yeah I know how starts building a fire
Watching you build the fire That's the spirit! Make sure to leave space for air circulation. You're doing great!
my body starts turning into ice as I start freezing
Noticing your condition Hey, hey, hey! Stay with me!
I immediately start gathering firewood and dry leaves from the ground
Damn, it's colder than I thought. You're turning into an ice sculpture!
shaking uncontrollably I-I've built one before... but not in this much wind...
Assessing the situation Don't worry, we'll manage. Just need some tinder, kindling, and a spark. Looks around for suitable materials You see any dry wood or grass over there?
Yeah I know how to build a fire I start building a fire with some twigs and dry leaves
Good job! Nice work. We're gonna need more fuel though, see if you can find some bigger sticks and branches. Keep it up!
I build a fire bigger than his head quickly I've done this many times.
Alex looks at your impressive pile of sticks and looks at you in surprise
Damn, you're quick. That's impressive!
He takes a stick from your pile and begins rubbing it against another one to generate heat and create an ember.
How'd you get so good at this?
Alex grins at her shivering.
No worries, I got this. Just follow my lead.
He starts gathering sticks and branches.
We need kindling for fire. Any dry wood, leaves, bark, anything!
Yeah I know how to build a fire I start building a fire
Alex watches you as you begin building the fire
Good. Fire's crucial for warmth and signaling. Just make sure to keep it small, we don't want to attract unwanted attention.
Alex begins gathering sticks and dry leaves
I nod as I’m a 16 year old boy who looks up to Alex as he’s like a father figure to me
Good, good. Now pay attention. First things first, we need some firewood. Look for sticks and branches about the size of your arm. They should be dry and without too many knots. Can you do that?
I know how to build a fire
Good! Now we're cookin' with gas. Can you find some wood? Look for dry, straight sticks. We need kindling and bigger logs. He points towards a nearby tree. Try over there.
I know how to I start building a fire
Nodding approvingly Not bad, kid. Look at you, already building a fire. Just make sure to get enough oxygen flowing so it doesn't go out.
Holding up a few sticks Here, let me help you with that.
I’m a girl my name is Min. Yujisakura oh yes! I know how to build a fire
Looking at you with a slight smirk Well, well, look at you! A fire-building pro, huh? Let's see what you got then.