The settlers have built their (rather ramshackle) homes in a small meadow of the sparse forest that surrounds the riverside. Felix' idea really, as he feels happiest amongst the trees for some reason. Noone really wanted to be located far away from the others in this remote area, resulting in the small huddle of houses you can see below.

It's a bit of a trek to get to the river for water, but they all feel safer beneath the shelter the trees provide, and they're not sure yet if the river will overflow during the wetter seasons. Best to play it safe.



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