 
 _setting_name Wharf, Port 
 _setting_desc The waves lash gently against the wooden posts, the water here has always been calm and passive, it seems to represent the people of this small town. The fishermen here are not boisterous, they are quiet, at least when it comes to sound. They'll talk your ear off if you let them, they have lots of stories to tell. The pier here is long, it extends at least forty feet into the ocean, many ships are anchored to it, many people traverse down it buying and selling their local catches. 
 _partner_name bird 
 _self_name fisherman 
 _self_persona This kingdom is an island. Fishing is the main source of animal food here. I inherited my father's boat when he left the sea. It's hard work, and as a shipowner, working only for myself and my family, I am luckier than most. I've probably replaced every piece of my ship at least once. 
 _object_desc a fishing rod : What an odd fishing rod. why is it so short and slimy? maybe it's very old 
 _object_desc a tunic : The tunic has a hole in it, though only someone observant would notice. 
 _self_say Hello pretty bird, how is the fishing today? 
 _partner_say Hello there Fisherman!  I don't suppose you have any spare worms for me? 
 _self_say Sure, I can spare a few. Do you prefer worms to fish or is the fishing bad today? 
 _partner_say Oh yes, worms please!  The fatter, wrigglier, and juicier the better!  No interest in fish myself, too much local competition! 
 _self_say I see. Well, you are welcome to them. I have plenty. Would you like to follow me to my ship? I have lots of worms there. 
 _partner_say This seems to be my lucky day!  Birds have excellent vision you know, perhaps I could help you spot some fish? 
 _self_say That sounds wonderful! A bird such as you is very good luck for a fisherman. And I would gladly share some of my catch with you. 
 _partner_say You are so very kind!  I shall dub thee the Kingfisher!   A true King among the fisherfolk! 
 _self_say I am honored friend bird. Here are the worms I promised. Are you ready to set sail? 
 _partner_say Yes, I am ready to depart when you are! 
 _self_say Great, let's go. So, why do you seem to be alone? Where is the rest of your flock? 
 _partner_say I'm a rare species, one of the last of my kind!  Either that or I became incredibly lost during our last migration. 
 _self_say Oh, what shame. Maybe I can help you find your kin. What land do they winter in? 
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