The vine won't be quite as versatile as a piece of new rope would be — We'll have to watch how we secure it — but it's strong, and taking it in hand, I feel confident it can easily hold our weight.

"Okay," I say, and nod for Kira to follow me back out onto the platform outside. "Now we find the way that looks easiest to get down, a sturdy limb to attach this to, and we should be good to go."