Prelude (Part B) - Fort Ohm, First Morning

The Mess Hall isn't far from the Barracks. Just a hundred feet or so down the gravel path that led you here. The sun is now peaking right over the eastern ramparts, spraying light on the interior of the fort. You might notice the fort is now much more awake now that it is daytime, and for those of you that showed up at night you may notice that the large metallic spheres on the watchtowers are not "electrified" at this time. Soldiers are going to-and-fro with what could be their daily routines, but generally you see no extreme urgency in anyone's movement. Perhaps signalling that all is well, at least right now.

The Mess Hall is a large square building of brick block with wooden doors and windows. Two large chimneys reach through the roof towards what could be considered the rear of the building. You may notice the smell of freshly cooked breakfast. A set of double doors lead to the entrance up a few feet of stone steps.

Entering in the Mess Hall you'll see a large open room, high ceilings, large windows and hanging electrical lamps, with several wooden tables scattered about; reminiscent of picnic tables and benches. There is what would be some sort of self-service line (think buffet) to the left with ceramic trays, silverware and tin cups. Coffee, eggs, bacon and sausage are at your fingertips along with fresh biscuits. You'll notice a few soldiers eating already.

Upon heading over to the buffet you'll be greeted by short, stout woman with a quite jolly demeanor. You'll have some variation of the following depending on if you enter alone or with one of your new found companions.

"Well good mornin'! A new Tesla Ranger recruit I take it? Well, you won't be doing much "Rangering" on an empty stomach now will ya!? Help yourself to some breakfast. And, if there is anythin' ya need please be sure to ask. I'm Gilda, Gilda Goodwright.

Gilda responds to Vivian, "Well bless you darlin'. I do try to keep ya'll fed the best I can. Learned from my grandmother down in Savannah years back. Please enjoy."

Shooting a glance over to Collie she says, "Well, I haven't heard of ya til' now, but maybe you're right! Just don't let those big ol' metal goons spoil your plans of fame!" She gives an endearing chuckle, as she motions you to help yourself along the buffet.

Gilda gives Doc a nod and a big smile at his comment on "rangerin'" before he scurries off to eat and chat with Vivian and perhaps Collie.

She also acknowledges Monte with a smile and a southern-inspired, "Well you sure are welcome sugar."

Gilda looks Roland up and down and hears his sincere thankfulness and begins to reply, "Well bless you...you're quite welcome. You go on and.....", she pauses and peers down at Roland's feet as he moves to put the food down for Oliver. She then sees Oliver, "Well I see you don't travel alone! What a cute cat." She addresses the cat, "You eat up too!" Seemingly not caring that Roland took some food for the cat she smiles happily.