Pirate Day
In honor of “Talk like a pirate” day, my writing muse (better known as I dreamt this) brings to you the tales of three different pirates.
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Pirate number 1 – The dreaded Captain Deathstroke.
He flies the flag of your typical pirate, the Jolly Roger:
Instead of the black background of your run of the mill pirate’s flag, his is magenta to lull you into a false sense of security. But beware, he truly is a pirate that thrives on bloodlust. Whether you willingly give him the contents of your ship or not, means nothing to him. He will take it anyway and leave no one alive as witness. His credo is, “Dead men tell no tales.”
Pirate number 2 – The sneaky Captain Mysterious.
He flies the flag of the Jolly Dodger:
You know he’s a pirate by the pirate image on his flag, but there are no crossbones. His flag has cross arms, powerful arms. These are there to represent the strength that he is capable of. He could rip a person in half with just his hands. At least that is what has been rumored since no one has actually seen him in person. He takes what you have with total stealth. You see his ship coming and you see his ship leaving. You hide in fear of what might be done to you. And when he’s gone all the contents of your ship have disappeared. No one knows how it’s done. But be thankful, at least you have your life.
Pirate 3 – The beautiful Captain Clever.
She flies the flag of the Roger Dodger:
Its blood red background and strong forearms are meant to evoke fear in your heart. But all the tales of her are so pleasant and endearing. A woman like that could never outmaneuver you. But she does. Her expertise is the con game. Her stores are filled with useless junk, but you can bet your booty that when you are done dealing with her, your ship will still be filled with goods, but not necessarily the ones you started with. And certainly, once tricked, you dare not admit to the fact that it was she who did the tricking.
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So there you have it. Three pirates to share your “Talk like a pirate” day with. Be on the lookout for them in your travels. You never know when one might cross your path. And then “ARRGH” matey! You be sunk!
