The word "embark" has been used in literature to evoke both literal journeys and metaphorical beginnings. In many examples, it refers to the physical act of boarding a vessel or departing from a port—as seen when a fleet sets sail (e.g., [1], [2], [3]) or when individuals prepare to leave on an expedition (e.g., [4], [5]). In other contexts, authors employ "embark" to symbolize the initiation of intellectual, personal, or emotional endeavors, as in the contemplation of life’s challenges or scholarly pursuits (e.g., [6], [7]). Even in cases where the term is used with humor or slight reluctance—such as someone debating whether to join an enterprise (e.g., [8], [9])—it carries an air of adventure and commitment. Thus, across diverse genres and eras, literature has rendered "embark" a multifaceted metaphor for setting forth on both tangible and abstract journeys.