They could only be for show. [ Does Maruki believe that? Not necessarily, but it's possible. ] Threats to force compliance. It's not as if that's unprecedented, in this or any other reality.
[ He sighs, scratches at the stubble along his jaw. ]
More likely, Vaeros simply isn't the highest being in control here. He's an overseer, isn't he? Not a ruler, as far as we know. Who knows, there could be a whole cabal in power keeping us under their thumbs.
[ Shrug! ]
Regardless... Standing around here isn't doing any good. We'll only stress ourselves further. Can I get you a snack from my tent for the road?
hehe we can wrap up on here or on yr reply since the event is around the corner :3c
[ He sighs, scratches at the stubble along his jaw. ]
More likely, Vaeros simply isn't the highest being in control here. He's an overseer, isn't he? Not a ruler, as far as we know. Who knows, there could be a whole cabal in power keeping us under their thumbs.
[ Shrug! ]
Regardless... Standing around here isn't doing any good. We'll only stress ourselves further. Can I get you a snack from my tent for the road?