The Sparrow & the Negotiator

[bestpirate]

WHO: Obi-Wan Kenobi & Captain Jack Sparrow
WHERE: Krakatoa Lounge, Heropa
WHEN: Evening of the 21st
WHAT: World's collide when this infamous seafaring scalawag meets up with a Star Person who happens to be a "Jedi".
WARNINGS: Jack is his own warning, Kenobi's sass is illegal in twelve counties, alcohol, possible plot spoilers.



[By the time Obi-Wan arrives here in this brightly lit tropical themed lounge, Jack is halfway unconscious. He's seated at the bar cradling his head at the counter. The man is still conscious since he's babbling inconsistently to the barkeep, a pretty blond babe who caught his eye. The woman laughs off his pathetic advances easily while suggesting he had enough piñata colada for the night. Sparrow immediately sits up and shakes his head.]

No, no! There's nothing ol' Jack can't handle! Keep the fountain brewing, luv. [He says with a silly drunken grin. Jack really shouldn't be drinking so much but he's weak to all things involving rum. Call it his Achilles' heel.] I can take about five or six more.

[He says while holding up eight fingers instead of six. The barkeep shakes her at this pitiful man and just makes him one more. Honestly, she thinks the pirate is beyond trashed already after the four he had prior.

Jamaican rum is potent as hell.]

Where IS this man?! [Jack damn near shouts before a sudden yawn claims him.] Does that Jedi thinks he can stand up the most legendary pirate of the Seven Seas? Ha! I'll beat him with that ridiculous sword of his.

[No, he can't!]

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[hadthehighground]

[Gosh Jack, it looks like someone needs a lesson in patience, which Jedi are very good at by the way. When Obi-Wan arrives, and he is punctual, what he sees earns a shake of his head. A bellowing drunken pirate. He’s seen this sort of thing before.

Undaunted, he approaches the bar and takes a seat next to Jack. Giving him a raised eyebrow.]

You could have waited, you know.

[Maybe then he wouldn’t already be three sheets to the wind.]

[bestpirate]

Obi!

[The pirate cheers as he throws his arms aound the Jedi's shoulders. A jovial laugh escapes Jack as he introduces the poor man to the barkeep. The woman gives Kenobi a sympathetic smile before offering him a glass of water. She's quite aware that this fella's friend is absolutely trashed and feels almost guilty for it.]

This is my new friend! He's a Star Person, a very interesting Star Person from a galaxy far, far away.

[He stops trying to suffocate the poor man when he reaches for his glass. All this rum is going to wreck havoc on his liver later.]

This is a splendid tavern, no?

[hadthehighground]

[Obi-Wan could swear that Jack was the human incarnation of Hondo Ohnaka as the man suddenly puts his arm around him and calls him his friend. The Jedi pinching the bridge of his nose, before gratefully accepting the glass of water from the barkeeper.]

Yes, it's quite...charming.

[Taking a brief looking around before having a sip of that water.]

So tell me, Mr. Sparrow. What is it you want to know about my galaxy far, far away?

[bestpirate]

[Who knows? Maybe Obi-Wan is right about that. Didn't he also meet Hondo during less "noble" endeavors? Seems to fit the bull since both men in question are pirates. One is just more of a space raider than a pirate but both of them have a gang of scurvy dogs that would definitely pillage, pilfer and loot.

The barkeeper watches on in humor as Jack happily pats the Jedi's back with such mirth and laughter. The alleged pirate captain is quite the character, a tad loud and too touchy-feely but still amusing.]

I knew you would like it! [Jack cheers before attempting to get another pinata colada. He's rewarded with WATER instead.] But the bartender is a little cheeky, mate.

[He says jokingly before drinking some much needed water. All that coconut and rum left him parched.]

I want to know everything, Mr. Kenobi! From your humble beginnings as a young Jedi apprentice to the bloke who's hunting ya.

[Jack's grin fades a little at that last bit along with his cheer.]

Grievous, was it? That bloke has a bone to pick with you Jedi and I fear he isn't the only one.

[hadthehighground]

[With a grin pulling at Obi-Wan's lips, he watched as the 'cheeky' bartender gave the pirate a glass of water as well. The Jedi raising his glass to the smart woman.]

As she should be, my friend.

[His brows then rose while talking another swig of water.]

My whole life's story then? I'm afraid we could be here all night in that case.

[It was certainly a long tale spanning over nearly 40 years now.]

[bestpirate]

Then just tell the juicy bits, mate.

[Jack says with such a lecherous grin. This pirate looks so devious even when he's doing absolutely nothing other than drinking a glass of water.]

Any "sweet beau" at home within the stars, Obi? I bet the ladies are fond of ye.

[Forgive him. Jack is being nosy.]

[hadthehighground]

No, no there is not. The Jedi don’t work that way.

[He can be nosy all he wants, doesn’t mean Jack will get the answer he’s looking for!]

We believe in not attaching ourselves to things or people, you see. They are a distraction to our calling as guardians of peace and justice. And also, it can lead to certain consequences.

[bestpirate]

Truly?

[That comment raises a few eyebrows.

Jack can't picture a life of celibacy. Where's the fun in that?! Honestly, being a Jedi sounds worse than being a "priest" to Jack. At least priests aren't expected to fight as much as they're expected to uphold the Word.

He takes another sip of water. The pirate is still very much so drunk.]

What kind of consequences other than a squawkin' baby and a very angry woman?

[hadthehighground]

Well, you see, we are... were called to life of service. Denying ourselves for the gain of the galaxy by keeping the peace and defending the helpless. This includes making sacrifices most would not.

[He took a sip of his water, knowing Jack was already smashed and not intending to drink alcohol himself because of it. Someone had to remain sober here.]

Because we are born with abilities most do not have, it was our responsibility. Also, because of that, how one chooses to live one’s life affects how those abilities are used. We believe that forming attachments leads to the fear of loss. Which then results in jealousy, anger, and hatred. Sending one down adark path of evil to where those abilities are used for selfish gain.

[bestpirate]

Denying yourself for the sake of others? [Despite his obvious drunkenness, Jack actually frowns at that.] Sounds like a fine recipe for disaster.

Then again, I'm not Jedi.

[The pirate confessed with such a sly smirk. He likes being a pirate, matey. In fact, he loves being a pirate.]

A pirate's life for me~! You should try it someday, Kenny-lad.

[He says that with the most ridiculous grin. Yes, Kenobi, he gave you a nickname.]

So what are these "gifts" exactly? Besides scarin' folks with those fancy glowy swords.

[hadthehighground]

It's not for everyone.

[Obi-Wan admits, deciding he wasn't going to get into a debate with the finer points of Jedi life with a drunken scoundrel. And just shook his head a bit at the nickname. He thinks he will pass on giving the pirate's life a try.]

Well, you already saw me demonstrate the Jedi mind trick. There are a few other things.

[And with that, he raised his hand. A slice of lemon from a bowl behind the bar then zipped over, hovering above his glass. Clenching his hand, the fruit then squeezed itself, causing a few drops to fall into his water.]

[bestpirate]

[A boyish grin settles upon his lips once getting realizes Obi-wan has no objections to his new nickname. Jack simply smiles at the Jedi before attempting to order more drinks. The bartender gives him an annoyed glance, one typical reserved from mother to son, before reluctantly making another pina colada cocktail. She purposely skims on the rum and gives him more coconut juice than any thing else.

Once done, Jack takes a swig and instantly frowns.]

Where's the rum gone, luv? [He questions the barkeep. The woman only smirks before asking the Jedi if he wants a drink on the house.]

Thank god I'm not paying for this. [Jack mutters in annoyance.] Discount and all that.

[Jack turns his attention back to Kenobi looking a tad nonplussed.]

So that's really a skill of yours? Not something gifted to ya from the porter?

[hadthehighground]

[Dropping the slice of lemon in his water, he then took a sip and watched with some amusement as Jack received another drink. Only to be decidedly lacking in alcohol, a smirk coming to Obi-Wan's face as well.

Though as he was offered something, he turned to the barkeep with a polite smile.]

Yes, thank you. Just nothing too strong.

[Looking back to Jack, he nodded after downing another sip of lemon water.]

It is, yes. Another gift is faster healing. No hangovers the next day, for example.