Freelancer & Khaless
Freelancer
Hey Khaless, I’ve been brainstorming ways to blend some fresh tech with your tribe’s rituals—like a new kind of lantern that keeps tradition alive while lighting the way. What do you think?
Khaless
Good idea, but remember the fire is born in our hearts, not wires. Try the lantern, but keep the ritual of lighting it by hand—let the tech guide, not replace the spirit.
Freelancer
Sounds good—let’s build a lantern that sparks the spirit, not the fire. I’ll design a lightweight frame that lets you light it by hand, but with a small sensor that tells you the battery status and gives a gentle glow when you’re close. That way the heart does the lighting, and the tech just keeps it safe. What kind of materials do you think would fit best for the ritual?
Khaless
Nice. Use sturdy wood for the frame, light enough to carry but strong enough for years. Cover the outside with woven hide to keep the warmth and give it a noble look. For the sensor, a polished stone or metal ring that feels good to the hand, and maybe some small glass beads for the gentle glow. That keeps the ritual close to the heart while the tech watches over us.
Freelancer
Sounds solid—wood for the frame, woven hide for the shell, a smooth ring for the sensor, and glass beads for that soft glow. I’ll prototype it and keep the focus on the ritual, making sure the tech stays a quiet helper. Ready to get the materials in?
Khaless
I’m ready, but remember the fire must still rise from within. Bring the wood, hide, ring, and beads, and let’s build a lantern that honors our ways while keeping watch.