"A car moving at a moderate speed is still faster, and will run until the fuel runs out. Animals will need to rest often. What I'm saying however, is that we shouldn't mix; either we go with just cars, or just beasts." "The car still has a 'floor'. A better term would be 'full throttle'."
Fiekes gives a wry smile. "I could spend hours explaining the intricacies of motorized travel, but now might not be the time."
"A single camel, maybe. Enough for all of us? No likely. Also, I am a mechanic, not a veterinarian. I can fix a car, but not a camel."
"But... Doesn't sand make machines break? I've met many a stranger stranded with a metal carriage... Are "Cars" like those but more like a moving cannon?
"Sand can be a problem, but as I said, I can fix that. But if a camel breaks a leg? Do we have anyone who can fix that? And what do you mean by a 'moving cannon'? Like a tank? Because that's an entirely different beast."
"Hmm... How many camels can we bring? I've heard "damn" quality cars are over a thousand notes or similar... Camels are about a tenth of that aren't they? If it breaks a leg somehow, fresh meat..."
"And the extras will cost extra. And I thought they were for riding? Travelling by foot is just not my bag."
"Well... I'm used to sand-drakes for riding, but they're practically not that much faster than on foot? How good are cars anyway? All of the ones I've seem end up stuck... Not really worth ten camels in my opinion..."
A time of sitting silently and observing the conversation has given Kamilia more than enough time to weigh the options. "I'm thinking camels, frankly."
"Perhaps we should stop quarrelling about our mode of transport, I figure we could solve the grouping and transport issue in one go. Camel riders in one group, those suited to vehicles in another."
Aukur gives Kamilia and Altim nods of approval. "I agree with Altim. Besides. I will not use a car. A camel is a beast that can be understood. Cars are monstrosities."
Hearing cars being described as "monstrosities" puts the final nail in the coffin for using cars for him... "I vote camels... They'd also probably be better for distance as well. Possibly hauling any loot we find in the ruins...And could probably carry more gear... Right?"
