The large wasp hid behind Joshua as he spoke, "To answer all of your questions: I have some dried, salted beef, chicken, and other such things, and I also have a turkey prepared, some apples, oranges, and.. well whatever that is, and some bottled drinks if anyone gets any thirsty. In any case, your familiars will be chosen by you, I'll teach you the rune in a bit, my legs honestly hurt after such a long jog, myself! Hehehe... 

"Oh, If no one here is familiar-... Heheeheh... that was funny and you know it Thorn.", the man turned to the giant wasp behind him, before facing back, "Anyway, Yes, if no one is familiar with what lurks in these silent forests, you can ask me! I'm not an expert, but I do know a thing or two about the creatures here. However, do note that beasts occasionally lurk here, nothing 'Resurgence' level, but a few smaller ones are still around. Of course, feel free to just yell for help if you encounter anything strange, I may be old but I'm not that old. Of course, I do hope you'll all work together."

"...OH! I forgot, I bought a cake to bring, if I think you did particularly well, you can have some cake. So be on your best behavior, and don't get decapitated! Especially by those Ironback lizards, those are hardy ones. Would be a great choice for a familiar, by the way."