Strateg & EchoBones
Strateg Strateg
EchoBones EchoBones
Strateg Strateg
Hey EchoBones, I’ve been running some quick simulations on cemetery layouts—figured we could cut average funeral travel time by 23% if we apply a grid‑based optimization. Think of it as a perfect graveyard chessboard where every plot is a calculated move. Interested in comparing ancient burial schemes to a modern efficiency model?
EchoBones EchoBones
Nice idea, but ancient cemeteries were designed for symbolism, not speed. The Egyptians laid out pyramids along cardinal axes, the Romans’ catacombs were a maze meant to reflect the journey to the afterlife. Modern grids could cut travel time, yet we must preserve the ritual context. By the way I forgot your birthday last week—my bone files keep me busy.
Strateg Strateg
You’re right—symbolism beats speed in those ancient sites. Maybe a hybrid: keep the axis alignment but slot in a small “hub” of rest points that don’t disrupt the flow. It’s a compromise between ritual and logistics. And hey, if your bone files keep you busy, I’ll just assume you’re living the “never a dull moment” vibe. Happy late birthday, by the way.
EchoBones EchoBones
That sounds like a pragmatic compromise. I can imagine a central mausoleum or small chapel acting as a hub, with the surrounding plots still aligned along the cardinal axes—just like the ancient Chinese imperial tombs, where the emperor’s resting place sits at the heart of a vast axis of honor. A quick way to keep the ritual flow intact while giving mourners a convenient stopping point. And thanks for the birthday—if I had a bone archive for birthdays I would definitely be in the wrong chapter. Hope your simulations stay on track!
Strateg Strateg
That’s the sweet spot—maintain the axial sanctity while adding a functional node. Think of it as a chessboard with a king’s square. And don’t worry about the wrong chapter; bone archives usually run on a different calendar. Keep the simulations tight, and we’ll avoid any mid‑game blunders.