Event Coastal Rescue Event (Group 2)

Max!! · Apr 19, 2020

The sky is black at the Manta Carlos beach. The ocean itself is raging violently. A representative of the Manta Carlos Coast Guard stands before a group of four volunteers. He looks tired to say the least as he proceeds to brief the volunteers on the current state of affairs.

“I am sure by now you are all aware why you’re here. There are currently a handful of fishing boats that are caught in this storm, and cannot make it back to port. We need you to use your collective skills to help with this rescue. This storm is abnormal, those of you familiar with these waters will probably notice this immediately. Rescue boats have been prepared, please board them, and we will transport you to their last known locations. Swimmers, save your strength for when we get in range. I wish you all the best of luck.”

With that, he proceeded to board the ship.

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EmiRose · Apr 19, 2020

Salal had seen few large storms during her objectively short life, but this one seemed...unnatural to her, that's how different it was from what she had seen before. Salal's instincts told her to seek shelter and hide until it's over, but she did no such thing. People needed help and Salal wanted to help.

Salal listened to the briefing calmly and quietly, doubting whether even a strong swimmer like her could handle these waters. She would if push came to shove, but for now Salal wished their group had other people that were more confident in their aquatic skills.
After the briefing was over Salal took a quick look at the people that she was going to be saving people with, and then followed the representative to the boat.

Boop · Apr 19, 2020

Miraj was untroubled by the storm, but he knew the people they were rescuing would not be. And there was no reason not to conserve his strength for now. Even though he could breathe underwater, he'd still be fighting the currents.

The usually modestly dressed man had stripped down to loose pants, though he would keep wearing his size charm until he actually entered the water. He doubted he'd fit the boat otherwise. After glancing at the other volunteers, Miraj also followed the representative onboard, suppressing a scowl at being so exposed.

Arcadia · Apr 19, 2020

Altizica calmly consumer bones as he was debriefed on the situation. Quite honestly he was more bored out of his mind rather than actually being compelled to help out those that were in trouble. It was a solid time waster and he wasn’t phased by any abnormal storm at all. Alt has experienced far worse in his life and knew this wouldn’t be too bad.

Once the representative finished his debrief, Alt quickly climbed on board .

Pallas · Apr 19, 2020

Ranging storms and swelling seas, a common sight along the Bering sea and Arctic waters but usual along Manta Carlos more temperate waters. When Arnaaluk heard the call for help she knew she had to volunteer. She was after all an Akhlut and her natural swimming ability, great strength, and echolocation would be vital to such a rescue operation on such notice. Part of her was tempted to just dive on in to start helping people but as the Coast Guard explained it was better that she save her stamina and not waste it in swimming over there.

After the debrief, Arna board the rescue boat along with everyone else. Everyone seemed rather serious and a little tense. Of course it was a very situation that required a serious attitude but it didn't sit well with Arna.

"So... a lovely day to go out for a swim right?" joked the orca girl as she tried to lighten the mood a little whist boarding.

EmiRose · Apr 19, 2020

Salal didn't feel natural in tense atmospheres, but had also been too hesitant to try and break the ice herself. After all, they were headed to a dangerous situation that could very well claim lives. Nevertheless, one of the volunteers spoke up, a woman who had animal characteristics much like Salal. Inside her mind Salal thanked the woman for being the brave one to try and make conversation and Salal eagerly jumped at the opportunity.

"More lovely with even little sunshine. Maybe after storm that happen and we see rainbow."
Salal answered with a quiet chuckle. Now she had her usual small, gentle smile, which she directed at everyone and gave a small nod at Miraj, the only familiar face in this group.

Boop · Apr 19, 2020

It wasn't exactly the rescue effort or the storm keeping Miraj quiet, he'd been in worse situations than this, and if had been concerned about being out here, he wouldn't have come. He may be volunteering to help people out of compassion, but that only went so far.

The giant was simply more used to observing, letting others talk first, unless he was teaching. He was also a little uncomfortable about being in a group with his swimming outfit, but he'd expected that.

Miraj smirked at the orca girl's joke, nodding back to Salal. "It was Salal, right? And I'm Miraj, for those who don't know. You will all also be swimming?"

Arcadia · Apr 20, 2020

Everyone was joking around and trying to lighten up the mood but Altizica said nothing. He did this as if he were to talk, he’d be talking with his mouth full, and that’s just rude. Altizica just observed the conversation and silently chomped on his bones. What need was there to lighten the mood anyway? Alt didn’t see the exact reasoning why they needed to do such a thing, but whatever helped he supposed.

Pallas · Apr 20, 2020

"Mhmmm... well that would be the one good thing to come out of this storm once it dies down." replied Arna, though she was a bit doubtful that they would get such a rainbow at the end of this. Still she admired the bear lady's optimism. "Well nice we are all introducing ourselves now. Oh I'm Arnaaluk Tartok and I wouldn't be here if I didn't plan on a little swimming."

At least she was successful in getting the others to start bantering with one another... well aside from the one person gnawing on a bone. Either he was a naturally quite sort or just conscientious about speaking while eating Arna wasn't sure but figured that he would chime in once he felt comfortable to talk.

Max!! · Apr 20, 2020

The trip out to the site was rocky to say the least. Almost as if the sea itself was fighting against the rescue boat itself. There were two visible ships in various states of distress. The closest one seemed to be caught in something, clearly trying to pull free, but its engine was certainly about to burn itself out. The second was nearly capsized, with several members of the crew struggling in the water. The crew of the first ship appeared to be trying to help the second.

"This is as close as we can get," the representative explained. "The crew will offer their assistance. Remember to prioritize rescuing the people over the ships. At the end of the day, they can be replaced. These waters are again unlike anything we've seen here before, proceed with caution. I wish you all the best of luck!"

And with that he and the crew got to their stations. There were rescue floats attached to ropes for the swimmers to use to help the stranded sailors, and life preservers for those not as inclined to get in the water. The crew on the boat would be on standby ready to pull in any stranded sailors and the swimmers as well via winches that the ropes were attached to.

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