Liam wrote as Mabel spoke.
Morale / information rhythm. Protected rest. Panic control. Rumor management. Morning/evening updates. Confirm missing/injured status when possible.
Mabel leaned slightly closer. "Also, responsibility rotation. Not just watches. If the same students always get the worst tasks, resentment builds. Some students will accept hard roles if they understand fairness. Others will look for favoritism the moment exhaustion touches them."
Liam added that beneath the first note.
Task fairness / rotate worst duties unless skill requirement prevents it. Explain exceptions.
"And one more," Mabel said.
Liam glanced up.
"Do not underestimate boredom."
He stared at her.
Mabel stared back.
After a moment, Liam said, "Boredom."
"Yes."
"In Eldervale."
"Yes."
"With threats, objectives, failing communication, unknown terrain, and possible death."
"Yes."
Liam looked at her as if she had personally insulted the idea of danger.
