Serhiem was not in the best of moods, in fact he was actually pretty mad at the fact the Eliz had gone and soured the good relations that they had with the Stormcallers. It added another thing to the list of many things he would have to do in order to keep everything flowing nicely in their new home. However, he had more pressing concerns about the whole issue involving the flooding, something that would decimate them if it got too out of hand. Luckily, the council would meet on this matter and could try to find a way to prevent this potential flooding from causing damage to their homes and more importantly the crops. 

The chief had already come up for plans for a new system in the case that this were to actually happen to them, after all it was good to be prepared for such the occasion. "Now, my fellow council, we have the urgent matter of the rain and flooding. This can cause a lot of damage to us by ruining our important crops. No doubt you already know this. So, I propose that we set up a basin to help divert some of the water away from the clan so that way damage can be minimized, as well as give us extra water to work with when times get tough. I also see the need for us to build a small wall around the river to keep the water inside the river. Of course, this will require resources, a good amount of it too."

He turned his head to each council member before throwing out another suggestion for them to consider, one in which would help them for defensive reasons as well. "We could also make a ditch around the clan and connect to the river, essentially we would make a moat which would help to deter any of our enemies from getting to us. Of course I will see what all of you have to suggest before I make any final decisions on this matter." He then turned to those who were present, "Eliz seems to be more connected with the gods and spirits. I would like for her to see if there are any rain or water spirits that have been causing us blight. If no spirit is mad then see if it be a curse. It may be a bit before we see her though so if we must know what is the cause of this immediately then send for the god-talkers to do so without Eliz. Any objections or other suggestions to throw into the mix?"