Tue 22 May 2018, 02:54
I agree that I thought it was odd that only one character could Make Camp. It seems unusual that others can't help so that the roll can be improved.
Part of the description sounds like it is just picking a location for the camp - and that makes sense that just a single PC can make that call.
But the description includes:
"Finding a good location for a camp, making a fire, and preparing where to SLEEP" (which is shelter building to me). Those duties would be shared by most parties, especially gathering wood and shelter building.
In addition, it is suggested that this task takes place most often in the Evening - which is Dark in all seasons except Summer. The rest of the party isn't likely out hunting, fishing and foraging in the dark. So everyone would just be sitting around watching the Quartermaster do all the work. It makes sense to me to allow PCs to help Make Camp.