Log 0004

[keeps_a_cool_head]

[In the time since he was released from Zero, Scorpius has been spending the majority of his days in the library. The availability of knowledge from other universes is too irresistable to ignore, and much of his time is spent cataloging facts and figures he feels may be useful to him in the coming time]

The enormous accessibility of resources even to known prisoners on this ship continues to amaze me. I wonder if I might entreat on a warden who would be able to provide a personal databank? It's far easier than writing notes by hand.

Additionally, I would be interested to learn if anyone has bothered to map out the Barge's destinations ahead of schedule, or started to plan for each flood and port we encounter. It seems to be on a rotating cycle.

And there are still concepts I come across every day whose meanings continue to elude me. I have seen...[He pauses to double-check the name he's written down] Abbott and Costello's 'Who's on First' three times and each subsequent viewing leaves me more perplexed.

John, if this data reel is any indication of your species' intelligence, I don't know whether to feel superior or afraid.

[Private to Catra]

Have you tracked Crichton's meal cycles yet?

Comments

[Video]

[neverfeltbetter]

[Yeah, see this is what he was taking about to Steph. Scorpius just loves calling him out on the network. So, why does he keep falling for this? Maybe he really is crazy.]

Scorpius, understanding comedy gold like that would require having a sense of humor.

[Video]

[keeps_a_cool_head]

[This harmless banter works in several ways for Scorpius.

First, it keeps Crichton on edge and on his toes; an important thing if he means to push the warden off balance.

Second, it establishes Scorpius' presence as all-encompassing. He refuses to let Crichton forget for one minute that he's here, knowing his presence is enough to make the man feel uncomfortable and unsafe.

Third, it lets the Barge see their 'relationship', under the terms that Scorpius presents. He is slowly establishing himself as a straight-minded, curious but misguided person: an angle he can work with.

Plus: it's fun as hell.]

This is meant as a comedy? I would have guessed it was an exercise in surrealist dogma.

Re: [Video]

[neverfeltbetter]

[Scorpius needs a new hobby.]

Yes, it's a comedy. It's a play on words.

[Video]

[keeps_a_cool_head]

Is all Earth culture similar to this?

Re: [Video]

[neverfeltbetter]

Depends on where you go. We're diverse.

[Video]

[keeps_a_cool_head]

I suppose you need to be, with your limited options for travel.

[mightthinkthat]

[Francis isn't fooled by this presentation of their relationship. He knows a needler when he sees one. Politics is full of it. (And it's not exactly a technique he's never used himself.) But hey. He's not a warden of any stripe, so you go do your thing, Scorpius.]

Don't they make fun of idiots wherever you come from?

[keeps_a_cool_head]

I do my best not to associate with known idiocy.

[Plus some of them are up in High Command, so making fun of them would be equivalent to signing his own death warrant]

[mightthinkthat]

That is something you can hardly help.

[Also: not a denial. There are idiots everywhere, Scorpius. EVERYWHERE.]

[keeps_a_cool_head]

Then I amend my statement:

On the occasions when I find myself interacting with idiots, I don't find them amusing. I find them exhausting and a great waste of time and space.

[mightthinkthat]

Even when it's not your problem?

[strangehistorian]

I have read that it is about homonyms! I don't know anything about databanks, but I'm glad you're enjoying yourself!

[keeps_a_cool_head]

Homonyms? Interesting.

You...run this library, don't you?

[strangehistorian]

Yes, hello! My name is Chromie!

[keeps_a_cool_head]

I am Scorpius.

I would like to thank you for the use of your facilities during my time of imprisonment. Being on this Barge is proving very educational.

[strangehistorian]

Of course! The library is open to everyone who doesn't abuse the privilege.

[voice]

[logistical]

Notes on what subject, specifically?

[voice]

[keeps_a_cool_head]

Space travel, primarily and generally. Each species has some unique way of traversing their universe with faster-than-light technology. I would be interested in comparing methods between theirs and mine.

[voice]

[logistical]

What is the status of interstellar travel in your universe?

[voice]

[keeps_a_cool_head]

Piecemeal, at best. Some have completely mastered transportation around the universe in a blink of an eye. Others have not yet managed to travel outside their own planet.

And yours?

[voice]

[logistical]

Interstellar travel within the Federation is commonplace. Outside of it, the levels of technology vary. Much of my universe remains unexplored.

[Private]

[force_captain]

I have. He's not exactly a punctual sort, but he has his patterns.

[Private]

[keeps_a_cool_head]

Even if he does not recognize them for what they are.

Thank you, Catra. I admit it is rare to find someone as intelligent as they are...


[He hesitates to say the word beautiful. Not because he does not admire Catra, but because he feels it's a petty, shallow thing to say. Even if he means it]

[Private]

[force_captain]

[Catra is a rather shallow creature, and would appreciate the compliment. But she infers what he means, because she's that self-involved.]

It's so nice to be appreciated for all my assets.

[Private]

[keeps_a_cool_head]

[He nods, giving a sickly sort of smile in response.

Because damn, gurl]