I think I'd apply for the position of guy who's super interested in something that's only interesting cause it's gsmeplay relevant. I'd stand by a river staring at it day and night and when the protagonist talks to me I'd say "I'd bet I could use a boat to cross this river."
I'm the one that turns up periodically to explain the story and tell the protagonist where to go next.
And before you ask, no, Kaepora Gaebora wasn't me, but I do know the guy. Nice chap, but prone to repeating himself.