*Erik*
The waters are rough, and the sun does not shine brightly. It is enough to find my way but not enough to help us keep warm. Many men who have control have shifted to their wolf form for warmth, but I will not. I have led these men, even those who are not wolf, onto this journey, and I will not abandon them for warmth. I cannot know how cold it is if I am shifted. We are in this together.
A wave crashes onto the side of the boat, splashing icy water inside. One man lifts a bucket and scoops as much cold water out as he can. We must stay as dry as possible, or we have no chance of surviving. It is cold, but it is going well. If we reach the village without any other issues, then we will continue on in the hope of finding women who will return with us. We should probably ra
