Nacar: The Diary of Misa Antacar

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Let's get a CJ started that stays started, shall we? For that, I'm returning to a plan similar to The Planet Myon, my longest running CJ. Of course, it's different as well. It was easier to write than DPI was, so I should be able to easily keep it running.

Misa: Hello, my name is Misa Antacar, and I will be your guide though this... CJ? Anyway, first up is an introduction.

Intro to Nacar:

Nacar ("New Land") is the story of Misa Antacar, a 5 year old Nacran Ancaron, who after crash-landing on an uncharted planet, finds himself in charge of a group of primitive humans. And yes, despire his appearance, Misa is a guy. Do not say otherwise, lest you annoy him. For that matter, don't call him a child, either. Age does not matter much to a Nacran. However, that's a bit off topic for now; we need to get back to the intro. In time, this small population comes to be known as the Nacaron ("People of the New Land", not to be confused with the Ancaron, the "Central People") as they begin to grow and expand. Soon, their small civilization will grow into greatness, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves, okay? They still have to grow beyond one small town, after all. Greatness can wait for now; we, or more accurately, Misa, has work to do. All you have to do is watch and observe. And comment and maybe offer suggestions as well.

And now, it's time for that thing known as a table of contents.

TOC

Day 1: Newcomer (page 1)

Region view 1 (page 1)

Day 3: Exploration (page 1)

Day 3: First Contact (page 1)

Region view 2 (page 1)

Day 4: Tarac (page 1)

Day 35: Unity (page 2)

Day 36: Northward Bound (page 2)

Region view 3 (page 2)

Day 37: Turnabout Point (page 2)

Day 62: Bridging the Gap (page 2)

Region view 4 (page 2)

Day 64: Heading Inland (page 3)

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Day 1: Newcomer

Day 1, unknown time:

Ugh, what happened? Last thing I remember, I was simply resting in my room aboard the Ancaron destroyer Garcan, next thing I know, everything was spinning. Nothing that I know of could have suddenly just caused that, even if we were attacked there would be at least some form of warning. After that, nothing, and now I'm here, wherever here is. I can't even detect the rest of the fleet, so wherever here is, it's either a long way away, or somehow I time traveled. Looks nice, though, clean water, green trees, and birds. Some big mountains just barely visible off to the... east? I think that's right, if this place’s magnetic field is to be trusted. I suppose east is a good a direction as any to call it, until I figure out which way the sun is moving, at least.

Day 1, 3 hours:

It seems this planet is inhabited, surprisingly be humans that speak English. Either I didn't end up as far away as I thought I did, or English and humans are more widespread than I thought. The population is a bit low, though, I only saw about 10 buildings, 20 at most. There's some farms too, though I don't know anything about the surroundings here. However, they seem nice enough, about an hour and a half or so after I woke up here, two men showed up where I was. They had spears, probably for hunting, though after I told them I was not going to harm them, they helped me back to their village. Not that they would have been able to harm me with those spears anyway, though it is nice that they didn't try. Also, unlike many other humans that I know of, the men actually were skirts of some sort, and they correctly guessed my gender. Hold on, I think it is time for the tour of the area.

There were three of these guard towers, this one plus two more in the farms. The trees were cleared away nearby both for firewood, and to make sure nothing was hidden.

They also had a dock for fishing boats. They seems to be more advanced than I thought they were before, as these boats are quite finely made, much more so than one would expect fishing boats to be. They looked almost as if they were made out of one large piece of wood, carved into shape! Though I never did figure out what the tank out on the end of the dock was for, not even the villagers know. It just was there as long as they can remember, it seems. The birdhouses are a bit odd as well, they almost look like streetlights.

Ah yes, the farms. There were 5 different crops, consisting of what they called "pumpkins," "soy beans," "melons," "sugarcane," and something called "wax beans." Why someone would want to eat something with "wax" in its name, I don't know, but they say they're quite tasty. Overall their diet consists of these crops, fish, and various wild berries and other animals that they manage to find.

Overall, the village is quite advanced for a people who don't even know how to write. Then again, they've never really needed to so far. Maybe I can teach them, also maybe I could figure out why they don't explore. They only have really been in the village or the farms their whole lives, only traveling out into the forest to hunt, and then not going very far at all. There's an island or more land up to the direction I now know to be north, but they've never been there. No fish there, they said. While that makes sense, it doesn't mean they can't go there.

[SounderBruce 173]

Very nice start...an outsider in a new civilization! This may become a leading CJ! Looking forward to more Leech!

[Follarch 326]

O: LEECH returns from his Real Life Syndrome!

Ooh this is going to be good! A diary of sorts, noting the advancement of this civilization while delving into the personal life of Misa. And the men are wearing skirts?

Ah yes, you said these were Nacaron. (Descendants of the Ancaron? Even though they're different?)

[Schulmanator 5,787]

Intriguing... landing here can be a great opportunity. Now, do we follow the prime directive here or can we meddle in the society's development?

[Follarch 326]

Prime directive? Heh, like Misa's got any prime directive.

Bring on the alien know-how!

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Region View Unlocked!

However, right now they don't know much about their surroundings! Don't worry, areas will be filled in as they learn about the region. And with18x18 medium tiles to play around with, there is a lot to learn. Not even I know everything about what is all out there so far!

These region views will pop up from time to time, mainly whenever there is a significant change. Let me know if you would perfer the region views to be in their standard size, instead of being zoomed in.

[Schulmanator 5,787]

Cool! I like discovering regions as they are explored.

[Follarch 326]

That is a LOT of planted trees. O:

Maybe you could do a sort of Fog of War thing with the region views. Blacken the unexplored areas.

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Day 3: Exploration

Day 3 + 10 hours:

Apparently there is some sort of prophecy of some sort about my arrival... at least that is what they said, I haven't been able to make heads or tails of the thing.

"The marked one will arrive from the sky... Born and yet not born, he will lead the people... The Dark Lord will not follow, but he will have power the Dark Lord knows not... The marked one will arrive from the sky..."

Well, my gills could count as a "mark," and the born part could refer to the Nacran creation process, though where this Dark Lord comes into play, I don't know. None of the people know of any lords, dark or otherwise. Maybe I'm missing something, or something got lost when it was passed down from generation to generation, I don't know. At any rate, the people have already turned to me to lead them, and it is slightly unnerving, as I've only been here 2 days so far... However, right now it is time for exploration. Well, not really exploration, more of just a tour of the western hunting grounds. Odd, I could have sworn that that field was full of pumpkins yesterday...

Trees. Lots and lots of trees. So many trees, you can't even see the forest though them! Oh, is that a bush? It's very calm in here, only the occasional disturbance from an animal of some sort. They have so far refused to travel deeper into the forest than what they have already done, and here I can't blame them. Near the edge of the known woods it still feels somewhat creepy and gets worse the farther away from town you go. They call the deep forest Mirkwood and it is somewhere that even I don't feel like exploring any time soon.

Not long after, we had reached the water, the same body of water that I woke up on, and where the dock is located on. A bit more rocky here, but still not enough to cause any problems for boats. Maybe these rocks could be useful in construction sometime in the future...

We soon arrived back at the dock after heading east. Oh, before I forget, the town is named Ansic, which by some weird coincidence, means "central city" in Ancaron.

Day 3 + 16 hours:

It wasn't long before we were on our way out to see, in the first true exploration mission that these people have gone on. I must say that this boat is surprisingly fast for something with no visible means of propulsion... I must figure out just what they use, as they certainly don't have engines yet, though no sails or rowers were on the ship, either. Unless the rowers were all below deck and rowed under the ship, that is.

Well, now I know why they’ve never been to this land before, its full of rocks. There has to be some safe area to go to though, me must keep looking.

It worked, we managed to find a relatively rock-free area of the shore so we could come in close and drop anchor. Some of the crew have taken to calling this island, or new landmass, or whatever it is, Rockland, though I hope that a more imaginative name will turn up sometime soon. For now, however, it is time to check out the area. It doesn't have that creepy feeling that Mirkwood did, so that's a good sign. Hold on, someone found something interesting.

Footprints... It seems we are not alone.

[Schulmanator 5,787]

Hmmmm.... an interesting turn of events. I wonder who is waiting there for them.

[mightygoose 92]

aaah a leech journal and i was here at the start, bookmarking this one..

[SounderBruce 173]

Very nice trees...all plopped by hand, I assume. The observation towers and stone walls are also a nice touch and I wonder what will happen next...

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

ComputerGuy890100: I hope so, wouldn't be good if the CJ dies...

Archean: They're humans, said so in the update. They just happen to have some similarities to the Ancaron. Though with Misa around, they'll likely end up more Ancaron-y. (if that's even a word)

Schulmanator: Prime directive? This isn't Star Trek... and it isn't like Misa has anything better to do...

Archean²: Indeed... just make sure to go slow enough that you don't lose everyone.

Schulmanator²: I did get the idea from Schulmania...

Archean³: That could be useful... especially next region update.

Schulmanator³: Well, you'll just have to wait and see. Or try to examine the footprint.

mightygoose: Indeed, and this one should stay active.

ComputerGuy890100²: Yes, and it took awhile... nowhere near as long as the ones back in DPM though...

[Follarch 326]

O: You have a new sig image! And it moves!

Yes, more exploring, must explore. Can't wait to see the day when they chart a continent, or even the whole planet. And then when they get a satellite into orbit things will really get interesting. I'm enjoying this new CJ really well! Great idea again Leech.

But with that footprint. Looks like there are more humans on that planet than just Misa's "Ansic People". Someone else is living close by.

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Day 3: First Contact

Day 3 + 17 hours:

So far there has been no sign of the people of this new land, other than more footprints. As we don't know if these people are friendly or not, we have been moving slowly in an attempt to appear non-threatening in case they are out watching nearby.

We found them. So far they seem to be friendly, and from what I can tell so far, similar to our own culture. Huh, I've only been here a couple of days and I'm already saying that... The environment here seems to be similar other than the increased number and size of the rocks, as well as the increase in the amount of dead trees and clearings, possibly because of the rocky ground. I wonder how big this area of land is, and how much these people know about it.

They have farms, that much is certain. However their farms seem to be more spread out, and they don'y have walls all the way around them, animals from the forest could easily cross the path and get into the crops if they want... though some could likely just jump over the walls, so maybe it doesn't really matter much. The crops look fine to me at any rate.

We have reached their village, which they call Tarac. It’s getting dark, so it would likely be best if we stayed here for the night, assuming they don't mind. Their village seems to be larger than Ansic, but otherwise has the same basic design with wooden cabins, dirt paths, a spring, and a dock. Maybe towns only pop up wherever there is a spring? I only know of two towns here so I'm not sure.

Day 3 + 20 hours:

The people were happy to let us stay for the night, and are very curious about what is out there and want to explore. They just never had the chance before, with all of the rocks keeping them from making boats to head south. They can head north, but the region there is just as rocky except near the village itself, so they're stuck. Though the area where we docked the ship seems to be okay for a dock, maybe just move some of the rocks nearby out of the way... I don't know how the people will react to my abilities, though they don't seem to mind my appearance, which is not entirely human.

[crazychickensc12 84]

Very interesting CJ!! Great start to your story and wonderful pics!! Can't wait to see where this goes!!

[Follarch 326]

Perhaps Misa will become the political leader if these towns decide to ally with each other.

However he still doesn't know what else is there on this planet. But I think Misa would have a good influence in propelling these people's societies faster than normal tech wise.

And oh, someone from Follomer will Mega Reply here soon.

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Maps with Labels! What a Novel Concept!

Taractacar means "Tarac Island"

Due to a previous glitch in the mapping problem last time, you know the general layout of some of the land that they don't... but will it help? Stay tuned as we examine the details of Taractacar, and beyond.

[Schulmanator 5,787]

I like the cool symbols for the labels. Vertical script... a nice touch.

[Follarch 326]

Wow, those two towns developed almost right next to each other and yet they had no idea each other was there till now. Thanks to Misa. Yay for alien intervention!

I also am enjoying the vertical script, very nice touch indeed!

[SounderBruce 173]

Great work! Looks like Misa is doing well with his underlings.

[Follarch 326]

Making his debut appearance in the new Leech CJ production! CHANcelloooooooor TRISTAAAAAAAN!

Chancellor Tristan: They get it...

Day 3: First Contactquote>

Chancellor Tristan: From what I've been told about the previous events, the kind of first contact must be interesting, seeing the young Misa already made "first" contact.

Day 3 + 17 hours:quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Already over 3 and a half days? Must be relatively seconds compared to Misa's lifespan.

So far there has been no sign of the people of this new land, other than more footprints.quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Is anyone else getting the feeling this looks like a jungle war film? Thick forests and footprints. Eerie.

We found them. So far they seem to be friendly, and from what I can tell so far, similar to our own culture. Huh, I've only been here a couple of days and I'm already saying that...quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Someone feels included in the tribe huh. And no details about the contact part of first contact?

They have farms, that much is certain. However their farms seem to be more spread outquote>

Chancellor Tristan: More advanced farming than the Nacar tribe.

Their village seems to be larger than Ansicquote>

Chancellor Tristan: Larger settlement as well. Maybe these people are more progressive.

The people were happy to let us stay for the night, and are very curious about what is out there and want to explore.quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Typical human trait, curious to explore. However being so nice to outsiders? That's something new.

- Representative Lerra: Hey, you were very friendly with me when I met you.

Chancellor Tristan: That's different, we had helicopters and a much more advanced society.

- Representative Lerra: Y'know what we called you when we first saw your helicopter?

Chancellor Tristan: What?

- Representative Lerra: Tet'kurdey.

Chancellor Tristan: ...I don't know much Leerian...

- Representative Lerra: Metal Turkey.

I don't know how the people will react to my abilities, though they don't seem to mind my appearance, which is not entirely human.quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Wait wait wait...they don't have a problem with your slight non-human characteristics? There's something wrong here.

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Making his debut appearance in the new Leech CJ production! CHANcelloooooooor TRISTAAAAAAAN!

Chancellor Tristan: They get it...quote>

Are you sure?

Day 3: First Contactquote>

Chancellor Tristan: From what I've been told about the previous events, the kind of first contact must be interesting, seeing the young Misa already made "first" contact.quote>

Umm?

Day 3 + 17 hours:quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Already over 3 and a half days? Must be relatively seconds compared to Misa's lifespan.quote>

Maybe. Technically only about 3 days, as Misa arrived in the afternoon and the first day's hour count was off of when he woke up.

So far there has been no sign of the people of this new land, other than more footprints.quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Is anyone else getting the feeling this looks like a jungle war film? Thick forests and footprints. Eerie.quote>

No guns firing, though.

We found them. So far they seem to be friendly, and from what I can tell so far, similar to our own culture. Huh, I've only been here a couple of days and I'm already saying that...quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Someone feels included in the tribe huh. And no details about the contact part of first contact?quote>

Only if there is a first contact that is particualy nteworthy.

They have farms, that much is certain. However their farms seem to be more spread outquote>

Chancellor Tristan: More advanced farming than the Nacar tribe.quote>

Not really, just spread out more to work around the hills.

Their village seems to be larger than Ansicquote>

Chancellor Tristan: Larger settlement as well. Maybe these people are more progressive.quote>

Maybe.

The people were happy to let us stay for the night, and are very curious about what is out there and want to explore.quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Typical human trait, curious to explore. However being so nice to outsiders? That's something new.

- Representative Lerra: Hey, you were very friendly with me when I met you.

Chancellor Tristan: That's different, we had helicopters and a much more advanced society.quote>

One would think that that would make it more likely for them to fear the outsiders...

- Representative Lerra: Y'know what we called you when we first saw your helicopter?

Chancellor Tristan: What?

- Representative Lerra: Tet'kurdey.

Chancellor Tristan: ...I don't know much Leerian...

- Representative Lerra: Metal Turkey.quote>

Bivpubfed?

Metal bird

The Ancaron don't have turkeys.

I don't know how the people will react to my abilities, though they don't seem to mind my appearance, which is not entirely human.quote>

Chancellor Tristan: Wait wait wait...they don't have a problem with your slight non-human characteristics? There's something wrong here.quote>

Slight as in you won't notice it unless you look closely. The gills look more like tattoos from a distance (unless they're being used...) and the webbed hands would not be noticiable as such unless they are open. Also, he's wearing shoes.

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Archean: It's going to be awhile before they launch anything into orbit...

crazychickensc12: Glad you like it!

Archean²: True...

Schulmanator: But it's a bit difficult to cram into sig pics.

Archean³: Well, the rocks had something to do with it.

ComputerGuy890100: Underlings?

Archean⁴: Already did this one.

[Schulmanator 5,787]

I can imagine... can one hyphenate in such a script?

[mightygoose 92]

interesting....

[Lyhoko Leaci 770]

Day 4: Tarac

Day 4 + 12 hours:

Tarac overall seems to be much like Ansic, aside from the size difference. There's houses, a watchtower, a spring, and a dock, with some farms off around the town. It does seem to be a bit more spread out, though, or maybe that is just because it's bigger.

These people have different crops as well, could be good to have some variety. Not sure what that weedy looking field is for, but aside from that, they have something called "tomatoes," "peppers," "grapes," "cotton," as well as some melons and sugarcane. Also they seem to have their fences set up better on the west side of the island.

And of course, the water separating this island from several others... one area considerably more rocky than the other, though the rocky gap is shorter. We will have to come back to those areas later.

[Schulmanator 5,787]

A nice looking area... looks a bit rocky. It looks like the crops are doing well.

[Follarch 326]

Day 4: Taracquote>

- Lerra: Tarac. Not Leerian, that I know.

Tarac overall seems to be much like Ansic, aside from the size difference.quote>

- Lerra:  Like Tristan said, maybe they are more of a progressive people. The number of them could be the case too, more people, more houses.

quote>

- Lerra: Pretty farms!

something called "tomatoes," "peppers," "grapes," "cotton,"quote>

- Lerra: Oh so they came up with the same names Earth humans did. Convenient! And coincidental.

And of course, the water separating this island from several others...quote>

- Lerra: Lagua!!

"Water!!"

Settle Lerra, just a picture. You're not even on the same planet.

- Lerra: Perori! Plenori!

"Evil! Devil!"

Sigh...

- Lerra: *growl*