by btaylor » Tue Jan 24, 2012 8:17 am
I came across a newbie whilst exploring a few days ago. From what they told me, they had just started playing, completely new to the world. For some odd reason I decided to help them. Their meager camp consisted of a leanto and a spruce bed so the first thing I did was showed them how the bed goes into the leanto. While I had them impressed at the feat I decided to take things a step further and asked if they wanted a log cabin. They agreed almost ecstatically so I gave them the task of collecting logs while I explored the area to make sure it was suitable to build there.
During my short survey I found some abandoned tools and crops that would help speed up the process of building a proper homestead along with an old boat. They were pretty surprised when I came ashore in that beat-up red thing with a cargo full of goodies just as surprised as I was when I seen how many logs they had collected. I set to work on laying the foundation for a log cabin all the while explaining the tips and tricks that would make their stay in the world a bit easier.
In a short while the house was built, they had a small garden growing, and I even made them some indoor furniture. They were extremely grateful for the help and I assured them that I would be around to answer any questions they might have. With a goodbye I left the little newbie to their own devices and the world seemed a little bit brighter that day.
While you don't have to take someone completely under your wing, showing them some kindness and what can be accomplished can make a world of difference.
The unfed mind devours itself. - Gore Vidal