"Some of the resources are available, depending on what sort of bridge we intended to make. There is plenty of rock to quarry and crush up for cement. But the upper and understructure should include steel, I would think. That presents some problems in terms of quantity, unless we mean to make a deal with the gods. I'd rather not rely on them as suppliers. I think it is better to make use of the methods and materials we have now, and to design projects that will serve us and can be finished in a relatively short period of time. Thus, the boats."

He nods in complete agreement. "A pier on every island would be a very good idea! We can certainly do that. I know at least a few other people with carpentry skills and strong backs, and I'm sure that more can be recruited."

And in regards to Maglor: "I hope that this disagreement has not put a damper on your friendship. Demon problems may come and go, but friends may last a long time."