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Who: Tyrion Lannister
Broadcast: The whole Fleet
Action: Accidental video
When: Today

[If anyone ever had a doubt that Tyrion Lannister likes to keep himself occupied, today would be the day that he put all doubts to rest. His fingers flick against the side of his camera as he is reaching for a book. Which is good, because he's got three open now. He frowns at one paragraph, then pushes off with his chair - with wheels, fascinating things these.

Then he was picking up a screwdriver, turning to a tank that looked a great deal like the displays at the Green Museum, twisting a brace into place, eying it, then rolling back across the floor to check on the panels for the engine. He picked up a clipboard, put down the screwdriver and exchanged it for pencil while he marked off a few things on a list, then pushed himself off to roll back to his desk, where he flipped a page on his second book, muttering quietly to himself.]

'This means that the center of mass of the arrow–where gravity acts–is further forward than the center of pressure–where aerodynamic forces act. This results in the aerodynamic forces helping to stabilize the flight of the arrow.'

[He tapped the page, then pushed off again to his work-table, where a variety of weapons were lying on the surface, and plucked up the bow.] Yes, all right, that means I just need to change the density of the string and curve the bow a little more for the right amount of pressure per inch... good, good.

[He hummed as he put the bow back down, and reached underneath for his toolbox, singing softly to himself as he went through the varying strings he had gathered for said bow.]

I'm malicious, mean and scary
My sneer could curdle dairy
And violence-wise, my hands are not the cleanest
But despite my evil look
And my temper and my hook
I've always yearned to be a concert pianist
Can't you see me on the stage performin' Mozart
Ticklin' the ivories 'til they gleam?
Yep, I'd rather be called deadly
For my killer show tune medley
Thank you, 'cause way down deep inside I've got a dream

[Clearly, Tyrion is something of a workaholic, when he gets himself going.]

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I've seen people make swords before, but never bows. [And the sword-making demonstrations had been more for field trips when she was actually in school, and she hadn't been paying much attention. In retrospect she really wishes she had.] It's impressive. [Trying to be encouraging??

She thinks of her own accidental broadcast and winces in sympathy] It doesn't take much, does it. [Make an accidental broadcast, she means.] At least it wasn't something bad?

Swords I know how to make - simple smithing process really. [He pauses his steps of re-stringing. He looks up at her, a quiet smile on his face.] Why thank you, my lady.

[He shakes his head with a rather significant sigh.] Sadly, it does not. And I was just discussing that. Glad not to be naked, for example.

It all looks a little complicated. I never had to make a weapon before or anything, so... [So nothing about it seems 'simple' to her-- she's a little envious of anyone who can claim that, really. When he addresses her as 'my lady,' however, she realizes she never introduced herself. She can practically hear Hisoka gently scolding her.

However, she doesn't quite get there because "Glad to not be naked, for example." She cuts her response off with a slightly choked noise and her face turns red despite her best efforts at keeping her expressions neutral. She's not one prone to emotion, normally, but that had come out of left field and caught her off-guard] I, er-- Yes. That's... That's good. [save her.] I'm... I'm glad. For you. And us, probably. [just stop talking Yuri, quit while you're behind.]

Well, if you ever want to learn, I shall be glad to share my expertise. We are actually hosting lectures on certain practices from our own worlds, so ... consider me writing one up on this topic. [Really, how hard can any of this be with someone who uses their mind?]

[... He will not laugh at the look on her face. He is that much of a gentleman, and merely puts in an innocent look.] Oh, I don't know. I am sure there are a fair number here who wouldn't mind if I did a naked tour, but let us just say ... that is not for public viewing.

[He bows, slightly.] And I am Tyrion Lannister. Please, forgive my lack of manners. [And his wicked sense of humor.]

What kind of practices? [Yuri's curious despite herself, and despite the fact her abilities can't really be taught. Still, a demonstration might be nice, or she could talk about any other number of things...

jeSUS HE'S STILL TALKING ABOUT IT. Yuri opens and closes her mouth a few times, trying to say-- something. Anything. But all that comes out is a strangled, 'bwuh?' sort of noise as she looks around. GOSH GEE THERE SURE IS SOMETHING INTERESTING AROUND THAT SHE CAN POINT OUT AND MAKE A COMMENT ABOUT, SURELY...

Oh thank god he changed the topic himself. Yuri lets out a breath she most certainly wasn't holding and bows a little, to be polite.] Kozukata Yuri. I'm pleased [maybe] to meet you, Lannister-san. [She straightens, hesitates, then corrects herself a little:] Kozukata is my family name; sorry, I'm still getting used to introducing myself the Western way. [It's a Struggle.]

Oh, all kinds of things, from different worlds and different cultures. My first lecture is going to be on my own country, Westeros. You would probably be welcome to share as well.

[Honestly he should receive some sort of medal for not breaking that innocent expression. Especially at that 'bwuh' noise. Oh, he has quite the unsullied maid here. He will behave himself.]

Western version? I was not aware there was a Western way to speak one's name. [Or this san business ...what did that mean?]

[She'll just put up the History of Japan video and walk out tbh.] I suppose... It might be fun to talk about my country a little... [She knows a lot of mythology now, it'd be fun to share some superstitions and things at least.] I don't know where I'd begin though. It's not something you really think about too much.

[But it's a token sort of waffling on it, she's definitely interested. But here's something she can talk about-- language!] Yes, I suppose it's a little strange to others... Where I'm from, we give our family names first before our given names. In the West it's done in reverse-- Your given name is 'Tyrion' and your family name is 'Lannister,' right?

[And since he didn't know that she has a feeling he won't know 'san' either, so she'll elaborate further.] My language also uses honorifics a lot. '-san' is... I suppose it's like saying 'Mr.' or 'Ms.' or something like that. It's just polite to use someone's family name and '-san,' unless you're close. There's a whole... [What's the word she wants to use here?] Etiquette? To it. Honorifics for different people at different stages of a relationship sort of thing.

[LANGUAGE IS FUN.]

[Oh, and now Tyrion has something else to read ... which he will, thank you ever so much, Yuri.] I for one would be fascinated to hear about a new country, with such different customs. Perhaps just talk about some of your favorite legends, or practices?

[He rubbed his beard thoughtfully, nodding his head.] That is correct - although we usually throw in House as well, if we have one. Part of our honorifics. So when you call me Lannister-san, it is like calling me Master Lannister. If we were closer, what would you call me?

[Yuri hesitates again, but there's no more reluctance.] ...Mm. Yeah. That might be... fun. [When's the last time she could honestly say she was having fun with something? And while not a hard 'yes,' she'll totally be there. She just has to start collecting legends and stuff now.

She nods along] A little, yes. For 'Master' I would probably use '-sama'-- or maybe '-dono,' but no one typically uses that one anymore, it's a little old-fashioned. [She considers his question, picking it through in her head. It's all a little complicated and relies on a lot of different factors, but she'll summarize as best she can]

After we talk a few times, it'd probably be 'Tyrion-san.' You're older than me, so it wouldn't be respectful to refer to you as much else... If you were my age or younger, I might use '-kun,' or '-chan if you were a child or a girl. When you're older, you can get away with being more informal towards the younger ones.

If we were very close, I could drop the honorifics all together, but even married couples might still use '-san' to refer to each other... Mm, but, since you're not Japanese, it wouldn't be as impolite or strange to drop it, if you wanted me to. [She trails off thoughtfully and looks a tad sheepish] I suppose it's a little complicated when trying to explain it all out.

[And since he mentioned something curious to her, she adds a question of her own:] What did you mean by 'House'?

[Amusement flashing over his face.] Furthering your knowledge is always important. And I, myself, have always found it fun. [He nodded approvingly, because passing education and knowledge was something I would be grateful.]

[He rubbed his beard thoughtfully at these different honorifics.] Well ... I shall try not to take advantage of the informality. Lannister-san shall suffice for now, but when we are better acquainted, I would like for you to call me Tyrion. [He smiled then] Complicated is a way of my life.

[Ah, and here we go. Now he can warm up his own lecture.] In my country, people of nobility are named in Houses. I, for example, am from House Lannister. Robb Stark, when you meet him, will be from House Stark.

[There's a hint of a smile.] You can get away with a lot that would be considering impolite or even flatout rude if you're not one of us. You should take advantage when you can. [But she'll take that advice and do her best to remember.

She pauses a moment, taking the implications of all that.] So.. .you are nobility? I wouldn't have-- [expected that, she almost says, and then abruptly cuts herself off with an embarrassed cough.]

Not that you don't seem-- I simply meant-- I didn't expect them to kidnap people of actual value.

[One corner of his mouth lifted.] I shall play that out if I meet a less gracious person from your culture. [He tipped his head in a slight bow.]

[He paused, then stated simply.] I am nobility - currently disgraced nobility, but yes, nobility.

[One corner of his mouth tilted up.] I can assure you, I am of mixed value, depending on who you are speaking to.

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