Other Worlds Than These

[Earniel]

"Well, that's a start," Indigo said thoughtfully. It wasn't much to go on, but he could hardly expect people who came out of a virtual paradise to have marketable skills.

"Being a good and fast runner might mean you'd make a good scout or message courrier, Lur. Provided somebody has need of those services. Singing and dancing might be a tad more different," he said after another bite. "Many people love a good song or story, but I suspect people will expect to hear also songs and stories from Middle-earth, which you would have to learn first. But picking fruit is a good skill to have too, although it will only serve you for a season or two. And my father always said that there's always work for those who want it. So I'm sure you'd be able to earn some money if you put your mind to it. "