[ 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]

Why would you burn them? It's a fantastic message.

[ video ]

[dothelokimotion]

The first time doesn't count.

Re: [ video ]

[universal_charm]

Well since the first time is the only time for me, I count it.

Why wouldn’t your first time count? Did you fake it?

[universal_charm]

I think that’s a matter of opinion. Not my fondest memory, after all.

video

[sassy_assassin]

Definitely keep at least one. Who knows when it could come in handy.

cw: suicide implications

[dothelokimotion]

Hmm, no. I wanted it to happen.

[hollystrike]

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

[Video]

[cajunspice]

[...]

Yes, I both want them 'nd need them. [Seriously, how can you not appreciate them, Jim?! They're hilarious!]

Action

[ecclesiophobic]

Might have a better chance at it if you took the lettering off.

[Says the man perched on the back of an empty chair, his tail curled around it to steady himself. One of the merchants at a stall to the side is unabashedly staring at him; Kurt doesn't seem to notice.]

[universal_charm]

You got a story to share then?

[universal_charm]

Seems like splitting hairs, but however you want to count it. I'm guessing the other times weren't so... desired?

[dothelokimotion]

Not so much anymore. I'm quite happy to exist right now.

[ Whether it's spite or simply living from moment to moment, to see where Asgard will go, untethered from Odin's legacy. ]

[universal_charm]

How would I a jacket like this come in handy? A scare tactic?

[universal_charm]

Well then you can come over and get them. I'm not running a courier service.

action;

[universal_charm]

_{[ He turned to see Kurt, and a soft smile crossed his features, mood lifted despite the frustration. He grabbed the jacket off the stall and meandered over to the blue mutant. ]}

I would if I didn't think I'd ruin the rest of it in the process. I'm no tailor.

[video]

[the_tailor]

[He's just going to.

Have a bit of eyetwitching at that.]

....Seriously? Like, seriously?

[sassy_assassin]

Or something more fun. You could pretend to be a jock.

Re: action;

[ecclesiophobic]

[That smile was.. interesting. Kurt found himself wanting to relax in the face of it, and needing to remind himself that Jim was a very charismatic man. The other man's statement about not being a tailor helps, Kurt's brows drawing together.]

I'm not very familiar with those jackets, but aren't the letters just stitched on? [He held out a hand for the one Kirk was carrying.]

[universal_charm]

So does that mean you want a jacket?

_{[ He holds it up again, showing the back and front. ]}

I'm happy to save you one.

[universal_charm]

Only pretend?

[dothelokimotion]

Why not? It'll annoy Thor.

[ Who isn't around and that fact is slowly driving Loki into a state of panic. ]

[universal_charm]

_{[ Kirk held out the jacket as requested, the material thick and heavy. It would be good for colder climes, for sure. His fingers brushed Kurt's as he gave it over. ]}

They're stitched into the fabric, like I said. Just tearing them off could risk tearing bigger holes in the fabric.

video;

[universal_charm]

I'm not to surprised, as much as we've all been talking about it lately.

Though, like I said - no tact.

[ecclesiophobic]

[Kurt simply stares up at Jim; though he notices the brush of fingers, his expression only reflects mild exasperation and disbelief.]

Does the thirty-fourth century not have seam rippers anymore?

[universal_charm]

Well I'm glad they'll get to be of some use then, other than an eyesore.