[ Video + Action ] We Are Not Amused

[universal_charm]

Who: Jim Kirk + You!
Broadcast: Yes
Action: Yes, in the shopping areas
When: Today

[ Video ]

_{[ The picture that comes up is that of one Captain Kirk, his lips drawn into a meld of thin line and irritated purse. It is a rare expression for him, but in this case it is well deserved. He's sitting in his room, on his bed, the wall behind him, and a slug perched on his shoulder. He needed the soothing influence. ]}

I don't know which if your sponsors -

_{[ He inserted air quotes here ]}

Thought to send this particular care package, but it's not nearly as tactful, funny, or even comforting as you might think it is.

<sub>[ He held up a letterman style jacket, which seemed innocent from the front in its black and white coloring. But then he turned it to the back, where proud letters were emblazoned -

I DIED AND I SURVIVED ]</sub>

I got a whole box of them. If you want one, I guess... come and get one? Though really if you want me to burn them, I'm happy to do that too. Take some marshmallows to them as well, because why not at this point?

[ Action - Bazaar/Shops ]

<sub>[ Kirk had taken some of the jackets from the box and brought them here. Even though he had made an offer to burn them, he thought they might be more useful if they could traded for credit or some sort. The leather and construction on the jackets was nice and sturdy. Surely the people out here could appreciate that and pay a pretty penny for it, even if the back was... unpleasant.

He could be seen trying to barter the jackets for some supplies, mostly food to round out the goo, sometimes some things to keep them occupied like new games he found, or even just some new clothes to freshen things up. But he seemed to be having similar conversations at every stall - ]</sub>

What kind of bad luck you trying to bring around here? Ain't no way in hell I'm trading for that!

_{[ And other variations, often with less than viewer friendly wording. Definitely not a hit. ]}

Comments

[hollystrike]

Of course it isn't. Who has a fond memory of dying? But living to tell the tale... that's entirely another story.

[universal_charm]

You got a story to share then?

[hollystrike]

Plenty. Are you collecting them?

[universal_charm]

Story gets you a jacket, how about that? Have to prove you earned it. They don't give these out to just anyone, you know.

[hollystrike]

Goodness. A moment ago you were trying to give them away. What a used car salesman you are.

[But she grins.] I hope you're charging everyone else this exorbitant price. Which story would you like? I have one for many occasions.

[universal_charm]

Hopefully less skeevy, though.

_{[ He's not skeevy, right? Right? ]}

How about the least depressing one?

[hollystrike]

[She grins.] I'm not sure any story about death can be the least depressing.

There was a time I did the equivalent of attempting to kick a god in the shins. That didn't end well.

[universal_charm]

Well that at least sounds like it has an adventure attached and not just falling down from a heart attack.

[hollystrike]

Well, falling down from a heart attack likely has an adventure attached first. We just don't usually want to hear it.

[universal_charm]

But I do want to hear the one you're about to tell.

[hollystrike]

The god killed my friend and I lost my temper. I was nine at the time, though. Imagine the chances a nine year old has against a God. [She smiles cheerfully. It's not necessarily something to be cheerful about, but...here she is??]

[universal_charm]

So your balls have just always been that big?

_{[ It's a compliment, really. ]}

[hollystrike]

[She takes it as one, surprised into laughter.]

Or I'm just not terribly good at thinking through consequences. I got better as I got older.

[...debatable.]

[universal_charm]

Hmm, I'm starting to understand why I like you, Katie.

[hollystrike]

Here I thought it was my cute curls. Does that mean I qualify to get a suddenly-not-free death shirt?

[universal_charm]

Yes, I suppose that passes. You can come and get your jacket any time, but you'll have to dig for it.

[hollystrike]

Dig for it? Did you try burying them? [Amused.]

[universal_charm]

There's a whole box. If you got one, it's in there somewhere for you. I'll pour you a drink while you look, if you like.

[hollystrike]

Well, it's not a free set of steak knives, but a drink is certainly a good encouragement. I'll come say hello.

[universal_charm]

This will be your first time to the Tourist, no? I'll have to roll out the red carpet.

[hollystrike]

I don't suppose it's a literal red carpet, is it? I always wanted one of those.

[universal_charm]

Sadly, no, but I'll keep it on the list to pick up next time we run to the grocery store.

[hollystrike]

I'll hold you to that. Be right over.

[She's coming to raid your clothing of questionable taste.]

[universal_charm]

_{[ Be his guest, Holly. You're always welcome, as made clear when we greets you at the doors. ]}

Why hello. What a pleasant surprise.