[Video] In which phoenixes pirates and countries alike go exploring

[fierybluebird]

Did you know there's a bird of prey called a secretary bird for how ridiculous it looks? It's actually extremely dangerous though. Its legs are so powerful that rather than divebombing enemy like a falcon or eagle or strange bird pinky -- [Wait, what was that last one? Yeah screw your normal birds, One Piece has weird things as you might know from the rapahn.] -- Instead a secretary bird uses its wings for balance and kicks snakes to death. For fun since snakes are shitty prey. I always thought that was a pretty cool fighting style.

Speaking of birds of prey, can anyone tell me more about birds in their world? Or mythological ones? Phoenixes, dragons, rocs, thunderbirds, anything like that, eh?

We're about 2 days out of Discedo now, and I've decided to completely map out the lake for Kiku's map program, eh. There are plenty of explorers in my world, technically the first pirate king started out that way even. But I'm wondering about everyone else's explorers. Is the world you come from all explored? Who first ventured to those far unknown reaches? Come on, I'm sure at least some of you have that adventurer's blood in your veins, eh?

Oh, and everyone in Spero, don't forget Ace is captain!

Comments

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

That sounds exciting. It's a shame I couldn't visit. But, as I've mentioned, the world is a different place in my time. Three hundred years ago it was... very different. The navies of the great nations conflicted for power to maintain our empires--much more like the world you've described.

... [pause.] Oh! Canada. Non, he is like Amerique in appearance only. He gained his independence from Angleterre simply by asking--I was so very proud.

[fierybluebird]

I'm not sure the countries would like it as much as they think. It's very dangerous. Ah you think it's similar?

And that worked? Well... I guess since they're brothers, but that sounds like the first amicable nation brotherhood I've heard of.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

We are in danger by virtue of existing at all! War is a part of life, though an unfortunate one. I would much rather ally myself, but alas certain things cannot be changed.

[France grins.] Amerique and Canada share the continent peacefully. I believe you may be correct on that, monsieur.

[fierybluebird]

Then you really wouldn't want to see my world. Only a few countries like Alabasta have lasted thousands of years. Some change hands or revolts every couple of decades. Shorter lives than humans.

Well that's nice to hear. I wouldn't have expected it. I'll have to meet -- what's his name? Right, Canada sometime.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

It is similar in our world. I would have said "identical" a century ago.

He is in Spero! But he speaks quietly, you may have difficulty listening to him.

[fierybluebird]

Ah really? I wouldn't have expected. So I guess only the strong survived?

Eh?! He was there all along? That must be the opposite of America.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

Oui. That is how the world has always been.

Exactly!

[fierybluebird]

And always will be I suppose.

I'll definitely have to try to meet him sometime I get back to Spero, eh.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

If you can find him! [l-lol worst papa ever.]

Have you traveled far and wide, then?

[fierybluebird]

I'll do my best. What kind of a division commander would I be if I couldn't keep track of who is in my brother's city?

Pretty far, yes. Got any explorer stories about your colonies?

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

Division commander, eh? Who is your brother?

[Hmmm thoughtful.] I have so many to tell! What sort of story do you like in particular, besides adventurous?

[fierybluebird]

Portgas D. Ace. Freckled kid in a bright orange cowboy hat. You can't miss him.

Ah, anything. "Classics," history, things like that. My Pops liked to tell stories so it reminds me of him.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

I will look for him! And, one moment, let me think.

[Yeah he's thinking. North American conquests kind of... yeah no...

... Caribbean? No...

Asia...? No...

... ... Napoleonic Wars...? No.]




...



Ah! I have it.

[He tells Marco of the Liberation of Paris, linked because I am very very tired, but you can be certain he is exceedingly proud. So proud you can cut his pride with a knife and serve it on a finely-decorated platter.]

[fierybluebird]

I see... So that is the kind of war story France values most?

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

A story of pride and glory? [He smiles broadly and his voice is gentle.] Always. I value loyalty and liberty above all.

[fierybluebird]

Sounds like you'd make a great pirate.

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

[... SO-SO. NOT REALLY? Kind of...]

I would make the best pirate.

[fierybluebird]

You ever tried it?

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

My empire was second only to Angleterre's! [FOR... YOU KNOW... A LITTLE WHILE.]

But, eh, that time has passed. My back creaks, you know. It would be nice to find a proper sword again, especially here.

[notluigi.livejournal.com]

See, what did I tell you?

You're old as hell!

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

[LSDKJFLSDKFJLSDJ GET OUT FUCK YOU JUST GET THE HELL OUT--





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... Bonjour Romano!~ [all in French] As handsome and humorous as ever, I see!

ITALIAN WHY NOT

[notluigi.livejournal.com]

[ho ho ho did you miss me you frenchie]

Stop acting chummy with me.

[fierybluebird]

Angleterre?

Eh, I'm not sure where you'd get a sword..... Do all countries complain about their age?! Old people can do plenty! Jeez!

1/2

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

Engl--

2/2

[crotchroses.livejournal.com]

Excuse me! I-I am not old.