I actually got it lol. I quite like the idea.
The thought of there being something to work towards, say bringing in gunpowder or something would be pretty cool.
If there are aliens in Thingy two, then I want at least a laser developement site as an option lol. However the Gunpowder bit sounds more of an option, even if arrows beat the early guns hands down !!
Will watch this space for more info on anything Thingy ...