Spinning , spinning and more spinning. That is what Geof can remember from the trip through the portal. After a few minutes his vision cleared and he was able to look around. The grass, trees, and bushes all looked mostly familiar even though the world was different and strange.
Over the next few days he began to explore the area. If they were to survive, sources of food and water must be found. In his travels he discovered a spot where he wished to build and settle. However it was some distance from the camp.
Upon his return to the camp he found that no matter what he offered in payment there was no one willing to leave the protection of the guards to serve as his groundskeeper.
He determined to settle anyway and set out on his own. He found the elements to be fairly harsh. His little wooden house needed regular upkeep but he was free. Free from the armies of Azohra and willing to put in the extra effort to live exactly where he wanted to.