For an assignment in one of my high school classes, my teacher asked the class to write down what we thought would be the seven most necessary jobs to restart the world if something happened and there were only 50 humans left. I'm rather proud of how thorough I was.
Official Wizard: the overseer of all things dealing with and pertaining to needed potions and or bandages (aka: Doctor). This job would be needed to keep the rest of humanity healthy and strong to fight off the zombies/supernatural creatures caused by the end of the world.
Storage-r: the overseer of all food items, munitions, clothing and other storable items. Also handles the money (aka: modified Treasurer). This job would make it so we didn’t abuse our resources and run out.
Handyman of Gadgetry: the expert that keeps all
necessary items for a semblance of comfort up and running (see Electrician and
Plumber and over all handy man). This job would keep electricity up and running
and help in a number of different ways such as maintaining the Internet..
Animal Friend and Plant Handler: expert on
animals and plant (aka Vet and Farmer). This position would allow for future
production of livable products such as bacon and wool.
Defender of the People: overseer of the people
in keeping the peace and protecting the people against zombies and supernatural
beings (aka Sheriff or any military force). It keeps people safe from nature
and themselves.
Cultural Production Expert: responsible for preserving culture of the newly endangered humans including but not limited to reproducing know cultural items such as houses and statues (aka Artisan and Engineer). This position allows for continued cultural growth and a continuation of a semblance of normal human life.
Jester: responsible for the educational entertainment necessary for a normal life style and will work closely with any children to produce a semblance of a normal childhood (aka Teacher, Historian and Storyteller). This allows for mathematical skills and other school related topics to be preserved.
Note: I would have included 'Evil Overlord' (aka Tyrant/President/Ruler) on this list but I see that as more of a lifestyle rather than an actual job.
This is a wonder condensing of the necessary professions, but I was wondering if maybe a Bard would be more appropriate than just a Jester? They can educate and entertain like a Jester would, but they also help maintain the art of music as well.
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