[ James has been interested in the Badlands ever since he learned about them, but his curiosity is no greater than his cautiousness. Once upon a time he might have been more reckless, but right now he'd rather be smart about it than land himself in a situation where he'll find himself lost and possibly injured.
But this seems like an ideal time to check it out. He doesn't plan to go too far in on his own, but he still packs as though he is prepared to find himself stuck out there for a couple of weeks. Small rations, water, various weapons, decent shelter and a thermal blanket, with a few first-aid supplies just in case— especially considering the creatures that have been coming through the rifts.
Running into someone else out there was a possibility he was prepared for, maybe even hoping for if he does end up running into one of those creatures. The fact that he realizes he recognizes the person puts him a little more at ease, makes it less weird to approach and greet Finn with a nod. ]
badlands (outskirts) — thresher maw
But this seems like an ideal time to check it out. He doesn't plan to go too far in on his own, but he still packs as though he is prepared to find himself stuck out there for a couple of weeks. Small rations, water, various weapons, decent shelter and a thermal blanket, with a few first-aid supplies just in case— especially considering the creatures that have been coming through the rifts.
Running into someone else out there was a possibility he was prepared for, maybe even hoping for if he does end up running into one of those creatures. The fact that he realizes he recognizes the person puts him a little more at ease, makes it less weird to approach and greet Finn with a nod. ]
Found anything interesting yet?
[ Nope, no 'hello' or anything, who needs it. ]