( it's something they simply cannot overlook. if there's even the slightest chance that it might give them even a small advantage, they need to look into it. )

We will have no shortage of things for you to focus on, I fear.

Space can certainly be arranged for. Matches as well. ( it's not as though it's a premium in achamoth, and certainly not the citadel. for such a cause, he would hope it wouldn't be an issue. a brief pause. ) Sand... I see. Well, there is a beach several hours from the city. We could perhaps send some people to gather some. How much do you think you'd need?