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Commodore James Norrington (navalofficer) wrote in mirage_rpg,
@ 2009-01-18 15:55:00

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complete, day 29, james norrington, legolas greenleaf

WHO: James Norrington and Legolas
WHAT: James explores, mopes and indulges in a case of mistaken identity.
WHEN: Day 29, morning
WHERE: The library
RATING: I can't imagine two proper gentlemen going above PG
STATUS: Incomplete

James had risen that morning, bathed and dressed, choosing one of his uniforms rather than any of his civilian clothes. Despite the shockingly familiar room and all of the equally familiar items in it, he still felt uneasy and uncomfortable in this place. The uniform helped him feel a little more secure. A shield if you will.

He had his breakfast in his room, working out how to ask for that was easy enough, then he decided that he might explore this Mirage place. One ought to know the lay of the land, even in such a strange place. There might be some advantage and perhaps he might find some sign of the sea.

He walked calmly down the corridors in what Gillette had once called his 'Commodore walk'. The measured, stately pace that worked so well both on dry land and at sea to keep him upright, moving and dignified and his position demanded. He peered in the doors as he walked through the main building and in most cases he backed out quickly, either because the contents baffled him or because they horrified him. Finally he opened a door to find a quite, elegantly decorated and extremely well-stocked library.

He gave a sigh of relief and walked inside. Now this was a place that not only made sense to him but that he rather liked. He walked over to the nearest book shelf and began to peruse the titles of the books.

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princegreenleaf
2009-01-20 11:11 pm UTC (link)

The blond prince laughed a little. "I am mischievious, but not evil. Or so I believe. So they are only half right." He glanced down at his trim, athletic form. "As you can likely see for yourself, I am no small, twisted thing. It would seem these stories leave something to be desired to be realistic." It amused him more than anything, really. And was fascinating, of course.

Instinctively, he returned the bow. "There is no need to thank me. Indeed, I would thank you for doing so." He smiled playfully, and lowered his hand from James' shoulder. In Middle Earth, this sort of friendly touching between men was much more common than in some others, and he didn't think anything of it.

"It is true. I had not often been out of my father's lands, but it was exciting to go forth to Rivendell, and onward. The quest was full of danger, but also full of adventure and friendship. I would not wish to have turned it down." A jolt of pain went through him as he thought of his friends, most especially Aragorn, but it was covered by an easy smile. That was over, and his best friend and lover was gone. "It is good to be torn from the familiar at times, is it not?"

His eyes lit up, and once more an expression almost of awe came over his face. "I could... go on a ship?" He thought about that for a long time. In his world, the only time he would set foot on a ship was to go to Valinor. It took him a few minutes to wrap his head around the fact that he could do it here with no negative effects, and no need to leave behind the friends he'd made. "If that is a serious offer, Commodore, I would not hesitate to accept. In fact, Wargs could not even keep me from doing as you offer."

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navalofficer
2009-01-21 03:30 am UTC (link)

James laughed. "Mischievous but not evil is something I believe I can like." It would make a change from Sparrow who tended towards Mischievous and self-serving. Perhaps evil. It was hard to tell sometimes with Sparrow. He looked Legolas up and down. "Indeed you are not. Perhaps the writers of the tales should come here so that they could write of elves properly."

He eyed the elf curiously. He thought he saw something in the elf's expression but he had never been the best judge of human expressions, let alone elven. "You were on a quest? Had it been completed before you were brought here?" He considered the question for a moment. "Perhaps. I suppose it depends on where one is taken. This place seems pleasant enough but I was recently confronted with unfamiliar things in a most unpleasant manner."

He smiled at the elf's look of awe. "It is indeed a serious offer, presuming that this place will indeed provide one when we return to the sea. In fact if you wished to learn the rudiments of sailing then even a lake and a small skiff would do."

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princegreenleaf
2009-01-21 10:27 pm UTC (link)

"Or perhaps I should take them to Mirkwood. Or perhaps to the fair Golden Wood, Lothlorien. There, they would see wonders so great that they could never think of elves the same way again." He smiled, liking that idea. Challenging the perceptions of others was an amusement for him, and especially where he or his culture were involved.

A smile lit up his features. "It is so, my friend. I was on a quest." And despite the hardship and the horrors he went through, he didn't see it as a bad thing. It had been terrible and wonderful, thrilling and scary, all at the same time. "The quest was not completed. The ring had not been destroyed when I was taken. I can but hope it has been now." He turned dark, thoughtful eyes to the human. "That is most unfortunate. Are you sad, then, despite this, that you were taken away?"

It was amazing how fast his expression changed, however, when he learned that it was a serious offer. He somehow conveyed the joy of jumping up and down, clapping his hands, while not doing anything so undigified, and simply standing still. "I will accept your offer gladly, then. It would be a pleasure indeed to ride upon the waves. My friend Marcus and I swam with the dolphins, but I have been on no boat or other seacraft."

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navalofficer
2009-01-22 03:39 am UTC (link)

James actually laughed at that, liking the idea immensely. "Indeed. And perhaps they would craft better tales, having seen such wonders."

"Ah, I am sorry you do not know how this quest has finished. I too hope it has been successful," he said with genuine sympathy. He had always been one to see a task through to its completion and being dragged away with such a thing incomplete would irk him terribly. "Actually, no, for my task was not yet complete. The worst of it was over. Barbossa dead, his crew captured, the curse on them removed but Sparrow still remains at large. I had given him one day's grace for services rendered but his day's grace was up and I was on the verge of setting sail when I was brought here."

He smiled and chuckled at the elf's enthusiatic reaction. It reminded him of his own when his father had acceded to his request to go to sea. "I think you will find it easy enough. You seem graceful in your movements, sure and steady. Those are important things on a ship, especially when the seas are rough."

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princegreenleaf
2009-01-22 10:37 pm UTC (link)

"I should craft tales of them, just to show them how it feels." The elf spoke with an easy grin, however, that said he really didn't take all of this too seriously. "They shall all be winged, and be the shade of violets. As well, I believe they shall have horns." He pictured this in his head and chuckled. "And that is what I have to say about those who tell stories of elves as anything but what I am."

"So you sought Sparrow, then, my friend?" His eyes widened, and sparkled slightly. Being a skilled tracker, he very much enjoyed the hunt and approved of such things. "Very sporting, to give him a chance to make himself scarce. Very sporting indeed." Approval was clear in his voice. He enjoyed that sort of thing immensely. "I imagine you would have caught him, as well. How could you not?" He barely knew the human, and already had a high opinion of him.

"I shall be graceful, then, and as steady as you wish." He really could barely hide his contentment, and wanted more than anything to rush out and get into a boat now. It wouldn't work so well, however, considering that everything outside was snow and ice. "Soon, I hope."

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navalofficer
2009-02-03 04:21 pm UTC (link)

James laughed at that fanciful description of the story tellers. "It would indeed serve them right though in their defence, I doubt any of them have ever met an elf, either of the type they describe or one like you." He raised his eyebrows. "Perhaps I should turn my hand to writing tales of elves when I get back so that a true and proper description might be given."

"I had intended to," he said ruefully. "Indeed I was just stepping into my office to complete preparations so that I could board my ship and begin the chase when I found myself here." He raised his chin, a determined and intent expression growing on his face. "But yes, I would have caught him. He is a fine sailor with a fine ship but I would still back the Dauntless against the Black Pearl." His eyes narrowed and regret and annoyance flickered across his face. "And I owe him for the loss of my beautiful Interceptor."

He paused for a moment and laughed. "It has been too long since I taught anyone the rudimentaries of sailing. I have captain for too long, I think. It will be a good thing to get back to such basics as climbing the rigging and working the sheets." he would have to rethink his attire if he did that too. Go back to the simple breeches and shirt that he'd worn as a youth. Perhaps even forgo the shoes. He'd done that more than once, many sailors did once they were out of port since it was easier to climb the rigging without them.

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princegreenleaf
2009-02-03 11:33 pm UTC (link)

"If that is indeed the case, my dear Commodore, it would seem we are fated to spend much time together." The elf laughed playfully. "For how else are you to learn all that you would need to know about elves, other than by spending time with one?" He really was a mischievious being, and pretty much radiated good cheer.

"My friend, the hour grows late." In fact, by what his stomach told him, he and his new friend had been chatting for quite awhile. "I find myself hungering. I believe I shall leave you now." He bowed politely to the human.

"May the Valar smile on you, Commodore, until we meet again." With the formal leavetaking words said, he flashed a bright smile once more. "It had best be soon, however! I am eager to learn all about this boating. I have been in a canoe, but never in ship with sails."

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