It's Party Time [ Open ]

[universal_charm]

Who: Jim Kirk & You!
Broadcast: Nope
Action: Yes, Planet-side @ Alloy Lake
When: Sometime in the evening

While it wasn't broadcasted, between how many people were told and the fact it wasn't exactly a private affair on a very public beach, anyone was welcome to come to this little shindig. Kirk's feelings were mostly that they all could use a break and a chance to relax together as friends, family, teammates, or any other word you chose to assign to the relationships you had on the Fleet. It was a nice break from working in projects too. It was nice to have something to occupy yourself in a creative and useful way, but it was always a good idea to take a break and refresh the brain now and then.

Which was how he came to the idea of a party on Alloy Lake.

He scouted a scrap of land near the water to set up on - beach towels, a cooler with drinks, a mocked up grill to cook some food. He went out later in the afternoon to start with more than enough light to enjoy some swimming, though it would be dark soon enough for certain members to join without being uncomfortable. At which point, a bonfire was built. What? A lack of sunlight is never a reason to stop partying! Especially not with such good company.

_{[ ooc: It's a party on the beach! Make your own starters and have some fun! There's drinks - alcoholic and non - food, a couple of games or make your own, a bonfire later in the night with of course means some kind of smore, swimming, and more. In terms of invite, you can assume you were directly told by Kirk, or told by someone else, or the grapevine. It's open to all, so don't worry to much about it. Have fun! ]}

Comments

[universal_charm]

I mean, you can find practically anything on this planet. I'm sure you could find yourself a fencing foil or a rapier if you wanted. I think Looma has a forge? She could probably make you one if you brought her the materials, though I think she'd have thoughts on how delicate the blade looked.

[dandyofawolf]

I refuse to shop on this planet.

[He makes such a disgusted face towards where civilization is. You really can't pay him to shop here.]

With that said, are you interested in seeing me fence or fencing with me? Is that what has inspired this interest?

[universal_charm]

_{[ He snorted. Of course Biffy would refuse. But that was his decision. Kirk for his part was happy to scrounge up scraps and work with them. You didn’t shop here for immediate quality, you shopped here for quality in bits and pieces. ]}

Both? I’ve been taking lessons with Kogarasumaru in that regard. I was attempting to learn back home too, from one of my crewman. It would be nice to potentially have a partner who isn’t my teacher.

[dandyofawolf]

He's the one who opened the dojo not that long ago, correct?

[He remembers seeing the feed for that. Of course he hadn't answered but he's at least walked past the dojo once or twice.]

[universal_charm]

_{[ He nodded. ]}

It’s been interesting, but i enjoy it. I’d like to test out what skills I’ve learned against someone else sometime, if you’re interested. Though I don’t think right now I’ll offer much challenge, but at least I won’t simply flail about?

[dandyofawolf]

Sadly I don't think our styles would work very well. I was a fencer. It's an extremely different style of sword play to his own.

[universal_charm]

_{[ He snorted. ]}

One of these days, Biffy, I will get you to accept a challenge from me. Wouldn't happen to be a chess player, would you?

[dandyofawolf]

[Biffy slowly lifts a brow at him, tilts his head to the side a bit.]

May I ask why you wish to challenge me at all? To anything really?

[universal_charm]

_{[ Kirk shrugged. ]}

Friendly competition, I suppose. An amiable challenge, if you will.

[dandyofawolf]

Good heavens. What on earth led you to believe I was suited to that sort of thing?

[He's really having to wonder what he's done to give off that kind of impression.]

[universal_charm]

You mean you've never had a friend whom you have some sort of rivalry with or have fun little challenges against? Some sort of game you two play on and off?

[dandyofawolf]

Absolutely not! All of my friends would never have sought out such things from me. Far better we find other ways to enjoy ourselves. I hardly see a reason to be tossing around such things for the sake of masculinity. It is remarkably old fashioned.

[universal_charm]

Well, I wasn't meaning we had to do something physical. That was just my first suggestion. I love playing chess as well. I could teach you 3-D chess.

[dandyofawolf]

Nor did I mean something entirely physical either. Though, I have a notion of turning down your wish to teach me this game when it seems you are so eager to challenge me.

[universal_charm]

Is it wrong to want to find new people to play against, regardless the activity?

_{[ Now he's arching his brow at Biffy. ]}

[dandyofawolf]

To play against? Not at all. If it is for the simple pleasure of playing then that is another matter entirely. However, you have made it clear that you wish for me to accept a challenge from you and I really must put a stop to that since I have no desire for such a thing and would never enjoy it.

[universal_charm]

I think we’re both misunderstanding each other here. I’m not issuing a challenge as way to prove who is better. It’s not about a win or a loss. Its about both of us keeping each other sharp and from things becoming repetitive. Trust me, I know how easy that can happen. And it gets boring playing against things like computer programs or empty air. It’s why I try and spar against other people on the Fleet.

Basically, Biffy, all I’m wanting is to find an activity we can both enjoy together, as friends.

[dandyofawolf]

[He smiles and shakes his head.]

There is no misunderstanding. However, I stand by what I say. I have no interest in challenges. Simple play for the sheer enjoyment of companionship? That would be a delight. It is simply not in my nature to enjoy being challenged and perhaps not so good on my instincts these days either. So as long as the intention is you challenging me and wanting me to accept a challenge then the answer will remain no. If you simply wish to have a sporting good time with a chap then I will be there for pleasant conversation and a game.

[universal_charm]

_{[ God, he was worse than a Vulcan. Which was both a compliment and a frustration at the same time. But, but fine. He had adjusted to Spock's quirks, he would adjust to Biffy's. He did chuckle at a few word choices. ]}

Chap?

_{[ He shook his head, but then nodded. ]}

Pleasant conversation, and a game. I myself enjoy chess, but I'm open to one your preferred past times as well. I have to say I'm curious what games you play for fun in your era.

[dandyofawolf]

[He tilts his head. Unsure of why Kirk is laughing at anything that he's saying.]

Yes. Chap. That is what I said.

[With that said...]

I'm not sure you'd quite enjoy the games that I played with the boys back then. Quite a few of them involve an expert knowledge of being a dandy.

[universal_charm]

_{[ He waved his beer a little. ]}

Hmmm? What kind of games would those be?

_{[ He had the look of a curious puppy, a genuine sort of interest, even if he probably won't want to play or in fact have the available skills to play. But he would at least listen and learn. ]}

[dandyofawolf]

Gossip and fashion.

[Those may not sound like games but you would be surprised.]

[universal_charm]

_{[ He takes a sip, as if considering something, and then nods. ]}

Yes, that sounds about right. And I already know your consideration of my abilities in one of those areas.

[dandyofawolf]

Well, since you likely have no idea what I mean when I say Shadbelly or Levée and probably even less of an idea when I say aureolin or bistre or rufous, then I would say it's a reasonable consideration to make.

[universal_charm]

_{[ He held up his hands in surrender. ]}

All right, all right, I see I am clearly woefully unprepared for such a game. Though I will take a guess at bistre being some type of eating establishment.

_{[ He puts his hands on his hips, lips set as if his sheer force of will could make that answer correct. ]}