The sun beats down hot on this burnt out husk of a city. Ashes and rusted metal blow through the streets. Tumbleweed rolls by, rats scurry between smoking buildings. There is no water to be seen.
midland town, Wasteland
snakes
lizards
I'm a lizard. I live in the forest. You can usually find me near the creek, because that's where the bugs are. My tongue is long, and I eat insects all day. My only fear is of larger predators like falcons and human children.
There is no water to be had around here. I followed ants on a trail that led me here. I can take you back to the forest I live in. there is a creek with plenty of water. Are there chickens and rodents in this forest you speak of?   There are all kinds of animals in the forest. We need to leave here. We are out in the open and prey to falcons and bigger birds that will pick us off like chickens. I agree. The forest sounds better than this scorched town. I could really use some water. Let's go we can use the smoke to shield us from predators. First I will eat that chicken over there. You need to hurry. This is definitely leaving out in the open as falcon bait. Hurry Okay, I have devoured the chicken let's make haste. We will leave this town with a swiftness.  Are you sure you can move and it won't slow you down? There is a big lump inside you! Yes, I am sure. Thank you for your concern. I have already started to digest the chicken. How do we get to your forest?  Follow me! We need to get there pretty fast. We are heading to the west and the sun going down will aid in our getting there fast. I will follow you! The cool night is welcomed. I have regurgitated the chicken so I can move faster.  Oh, yuck! Let's not dwell on that and follow me! I am following you! How long will it take to get to the forest? I am parched. 