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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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[with clear interest in her tone:]

Where did you find the books that instructed you in how to make that bow? Were they in the library on the Iskaulit?

[He glances over at the phone, and smiles as he shaved the edge of the bow itself.]

In fact I did. I am a great supporter of our library. I am wondering who is working on it now, besides Remus. The volumes there are fascinating.

And it instructed well enough that you could make something functional?

[a small, thoughtful pause.]

Have you noticed any similar volumes about swords?

It did - as did the engineering augment in my head, and previous experience with designs of my own.

[He paused, then gave her a sharper, more interested look.] There are indeed, books on that.

Interesting. I imagine that would be more complex, since you would need to have some intense form of heat to shape the steel, and something to shape it with besides...

[a quick shake of her head, clearing her thoughts]

But I am forgetting myself. I take it this isn't the first time you've made such a thing? You seem to have some skill at it.

[He leans forward towards the camera, folding his hands on his knees as he looks at her with an intent gaze.] Now that was a very observant observation, my Lady. I do in fact have to use a unique smelter device - working with a blowtorch -- do you know what that is?

[He glanced over at the bow.] I have some skill, that is true. With bows ... it is more difficult.

Thank you for saying so. A blowtorch... I'm afraid I don't. How does it work?

[a tilt of her head, curious.]

May I ask what makes it more challenging in particular?

It is ... well, it is like having red hot flame, at the end of a metal stick. You can strike it on, and it will melt metal and plastic easily.

[He holds his hands out wide.] Mostly? Because I have never worked with wood before. Metal comes as part of my augment, and from my culture, but woodworking? Completely foreign to me.

How fascinating! Is it simple to use? Of course, I imagine precautions must be taken to use it safely given its nature, but apart from that?

I understand. Your culture... Were there many blacksmiths and metalworkers in your home, then?

It is fairly simple to use, once one gets the hang of it. Of course I am helped with the augment again.

[He nods.] Quite a few - they worked with everything from steel to dragonglass.

[another pause, thoughtful]

I would certainly understand if it were too much trouble, but provided proper compensation, do you think you would be able to fashion a sword for me?

[He gave her a curious look, before he nodded his head slowly.]

For proper compensation, and some for provisions. What sort of blade would you like.

Of course. What provisions would you require?

A longsword, if I may.

Oh, I can find the provisions. I will simply need slightly more coin to procure them. What metal would you prefer me to use?

Certainly. Steel would be my preference, if you can obtain it.

[a small, soft laugh]

But I'm afraid in my haste I've forgotten to introduce myself. My name is Adelina; it us a pleasure to meet you.

Steel I can find.

[Rarer materials would be worse. He smiled himself, faintly amused, as he touched his hand to his chest.]

Adelina, I am Tyrion Lannister, of House Lannister. The pleasure is all mine.

Wonderful. I look forward to it.

Tyrion? Well met. In fact, I must insist that as least some of the pleasure is mine. If I might ask, though, what first made you interested in making a bow?

[He dips his head into a bow, before he thinks on that.]

Honestly, a friend and shipmate of mine asked me if I would make one for her. I have been trying to perfect it, ever since.

I'm certain she will treasure it when it is complete.

I certainly hope so ... considering how long it will take me to complete it.

How long does it typically take?

A few weeks.

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