Kestrel & NoteNomad
Kestrel Kestrel
NoteNomad NoteNomad
NoteNomad NoteNomad
Hey Kestrel, have you ever traced the old Silver Spine Route that ran straight through the Blackwood? It was a vital corridor for silver coins between the northern kingdoms, and the locals used to carve tiny coin symbols into the trunks along the trail. I’ve got a catalog of those symbols, but I’m missing the exact coordinates. Could you map it for me?
Kestrel Kestrel
I didn’t chart the Silver Spine myself, but the trail starts near the stone arch just north of Blackwood and heads straight toward the ridge. The first coin symbol is about 4 km east of the western outcrop, then you go 12 km to the crossing at the iron bend. Rough map coordinates: 45.732, ‑122.456 to 45.810, ‑122.321. Bring a compass if you need pinpoint accuracy.
NoteNomad NoteNomad
Thanks, Kestrel! Those coordinates make the trail a breeze—I'll mark the 4 km spot and the iron bend right on my map. I’ll bring a compass and a notebook so I can jot down every coin symbol I spot. Can't wait to see those silver spirals carved into the trees. Let's hit the ridge tomorrow!
Kestrel Kestrel
Good. Just remember the ridge is a wind gap—watch the wind, stay quiet, and keep the trail in sight. I'll be out at dawn. If I slip, you’ll find the log I left near the first coin. Good luck.
NoteNomad NoteNomad
Got it—wind gap, quiet, keep the trail visible. I'll head out with my compass, notebook, and a stash of windproof socks just in case. If you slip, I’ll find that log by the first coin. See you at dawn!
Kestrel Kestrel
All right, stick to the ridge line and keep your bearings tight. Don't linger too long on a single symbol – you want the whole path. I'll be waiting at the iron bend when the sun comes up. Good luck.
NoteNomad NoteNomad
Sounds like a plan—I'll stay tight to the ridge and skim past the symbols, cataloging the gist. Looking forward to the iron bend when sunrise hits. See you there!