I'm Sorry That I Doubted You.
i'm sorry that i doubted you.
— 𝑇𝐻𝐸 𝑇𝐼𝑀𝐸 𝐹𝑂𝑅 𝐴𝑁 𝐴𝑃𝑂𝐿𝑂𝐺𝑌 had long since passed, because as it were they had been stranded on a planet that while hospitable to an atmosphere of breathable oxygen, it had been an arid desert planet, long since abandoned by its ancient occupants. Uhura had vehemently cautioned the Captain on the grossly underestimated cunning of the Ferengi - extending to an incredible aptitude of disguising that very fact. Though an alien race still new and not yet a part of the Federation. In summation; it was very easy to be charmed and swayed by said cunning. And presently was a cunning they were both paying the price of as they walked on for another long, scorching mile.
The shuttle they had been piloting was taken in by a deep space salvage ship when it locked their shuttlecraft in it’s tractor beam. This ship itself was a massively large vessel that belonged to an alien race known as the Drookmani. A scavenger race whose whole lineages of families operated together on ancient and gargantuan ships, sweeping the quadrant for whatever they could lay claim to over. Drookmani were also brutal and aggressive in nature, and per their cultural and social structures that were vaguely similar to Klingons. Their escape had been made possible through the cooperative efforts of herself, Kirk, and two Ferengi tradesmen who had been in their similar situation. This help came on the contingency they would be allowed to take ownership of the entire Drookmani salvage ship. A contingency Uhura snuffed out by jumping into regulations regarding the amount of Starfleet cargo and ship salvage the Drookmani had obtained. Nyota further moved on to cite that the ship itself proved vital to their way of life, and as a result would not be permitted to assume control of the ship. However, in an act of good faith, Jim offered the Ferengi their own shuttle once they returned safely to the Enterprise, it was Starfleet grade and Uhura added on to he Captain’s more than generous offer the estimated amount of gold latinum they could get on the Romulan blackmarket for Federation craft. Normally this isn’t something she would just offer, but being two shrewd salesmen known for their dealings in the Romulan blackmarket trade, she simply just cut to the point of what the both of them were thinking. Conversely, Uhura mentally estimated how much gold latinum everything on this Drookmani ship would be worth, and she knew the Ferengi had done just the same. The Lieutenant also knew, with absolute certainty, a more precise calculation than her own. The only thing they could have offered more valuable would have been the Enterprise herself. And so naturally it rang painfully false to the shrewd linguist as they put on a deeply appreciative and reverent show for she and Jim. There was nothing about that she trusted and insisted to him that he not trust their complacency. If looks could kill the skin would have melted from Jim Kirk’s whole body with the razors that dripped from his Lieutenant’s glaring eyes as both Ferengi marched Uhura and the Captain, at phase point [ their own phasers ] into escape pods that would maroon them on this fucking godforsaken planet: It was a one-hundred and twenty miles to a deep space outpost and the only company she had was the one person whom she wanted to suffocate by holding his face into the sand until he stopped moving.
To regulate this stabbing agitation Nyota walked about twenty paces in front of Jim. The short leather jacket she had worn for their original mission to a First Contact planet, was wrapped around her waist, the sleeves of her shirt rippled to fashion a scarf over her head to assuage the heat to some degree. A heat that was making James T. Kirk’s too-little-too-late apology to be taken seriously.
“ Well Captain, that might be useful if apologies were water. Or if apologies were a means to travel back in time to the SEVERAL times I explained why we shouldn’t trust them, why we shouldn't allow them phasers – it’s as though you entirely deleted the fact I spent our last shore leave at the Academy taking Doctor Pheaser’s course on Ferengi Dialects in tandem with Alegheri’s night course on Ferengi known history and culture – you signed my entry request, Jim! ” The shrillness that came from the edges of her blooming anger hung at the back of her throat, stopping now and turning to face Kirk. “You know – an alien race in which we’re trying to induct into the Federation, but why as Captain of the fucking flagship should you either have to know any of that or trust the person appointed to know EXACTLY THAT should you be bothered with such pedantic things, right?” Hands that were thrust onto her hips now hung as limp arms at her sides. Uhura’s head tipped back. She took in a deep and even breath, understanding that shouting at her Captain was never a good idea and not representative of how she liked to conduct herself no matter Jim’s flagrant disregard to codes of conduct.
“𝐴𝑝𝑜𝑙𝑜𝑔𝑖𝑒𝑠, 𝐶𝑎𝑝𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛.”
She wasn’t. They both knew that.
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STAR WARS: REBEL RISING PROMPTS * assorted lines from the book by beth revis, adjust as necessary ** credit to the amazing vicioushope for providing the content :)
where am i going to run?
welcome to the worst days of your life.
no one else is here.
can you teach me how to fight like that?
i’m teaching you everything i can.
if you’re going to shoot, you always shoot to kill.
what other information can you give me?
forging takes work and patience.
i won’t say anything. i just want to listen.
i want the truth.
just because you don’t want to hear a truth doesn’t make it less true.
i’m just here to talk.
i don’t know what you expect of me.
i’ve heard the rumors.
i didn’t want to believe it was true.
i do what needs to be done.
the resistance needs a martyr.
don’t give them another thought.
one fighter with a sharp stick and nothing left to lose can take the day.
i already knew you were strong enough.
don’t come any closer.
it’s always rough when it’s your first kill.
you can’t protect me.
at least i taught you to protect yourself.
you constantly amaze me.
must run in your blood.
you clean up well.
silence isn’t the same as peace.
what do you think war is?
how did you track down the traitor?
i thought i was going to die.
that’s not a very high standard.
i know you like to be in charge.
i’m coming with you.
you’re not leaving me behind, are you?
you’re coming back for me, right?
what really makes people work harder is fear.
can you fly this thing?
i can fly anything.
i never thought it would be like this.
it’s over. whatever happened, best not to bring it up again.
it’s over. you’re safe here. i promise.
i have seen so much blood.
i remember the face of everyone who’s died because of me.
why are you following me?
could i make a difference?
that’s what i’m afraid of.
it never ends.
how much to fix this?
for what price?
i don’t see how i can help you.
you do a job and you’re done.
don’t start a fight you can’t win.
am i being arrested?
i just want to sleep.
you could do so much more.
Untitled Headcanon Questions
Part I You can replace the 'your muse' with the name of the muse you're asking. A random assortment of headcanon questions to send to receiver's muse and help both you and them get to know their muse better. Adjust as necessary to fit pronoun and/or descriptor. Reblog, please do not repost or add.
What can completely break your muse?
What has your muse witnessed in their lives that has fundamentally changed them?
What is your muse's relationship with sex and/or sexual intimacy?
What is a habit your muse has, which they consider perfectly normal, but others think is weird?
Does your muse believe in marriage? Do they ever want to get married?
What is a dream and/or a nightmare your muse had and can't forget?
What is your muse's relationship with their parent/s (can be biological, adoptive, found family or otherwise)?
What does your muse do to pass the time?
What did your muse want to be when they were a child? Would their child self be happy with what they are now?
Does your muse have any pets?
In what ways does your muse express their love to someone else (platonic, familial, romantic, sexual or otherwise)?
What is your muse's favorite hobby/ies? Are there any hobbies they tried but never got the hang of?
If they could go anywhere in the world right now, where would your muse go on a vacation by themselves?
What is inside your muse's pockets/bag/purse/backpack/etc. right now?
Where does your muse feel most comfortable at?
What is your muse's favorite quote, and why?
What does your muse do in their routine to take care of themselves (physically, mentally, emotionally or otherwise)?
What is your muse's favorite piece of clothing in their wardrobe?
What is your muse's favorite food dish? Are they able to make it themselves?
How does your muse prefer someone else confess their love to them, if they want to at all?
How would your muse confess their love to someone?
Who does your muse consider as a good friend, and why?
What would be your muse's last words be if they died right now?
What is a promise someone made to your muse and broken it that your muse never forgot about?
What is your muse's relationship with their sibling/s (can be biological, adoptive, found family or otherwise)?
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HOW BORG IS YOUR BORG WHEN YOU BORG?
What is your Borg name?: The Borg Ultimatum
Do you appear in the dreams of the Borg Queen?: I hope so, that bitch is sure in mine. Yowza
What is the best thing about the Borg?: All the shit we stole from y’all
What is your dream planet to assimilate?: The Moon
How many of your character arch’s tie into Captains Picard and Janeway?: Too many
Are you that fucking traitor Hugh?: Fuck no
What y’all did to Guinan was messed tf up: Yeah? Well do sumn about it, Chief
Have you ever met Q?: No, and I hope I never do. That weird, theatrical, attention seeking cooze
If you could assimilate anyone - who would it be?: Jay
Do you mind the constant clammy flesh?: Not at all, I’m 97 and have no wrinkles
Have you ever quietly not added someone biological distinctiveness to your own?: All the time. It happens more than you think
Did you kind of hate Locutus?: Only because he just showed up and suddenly he’s the favorite? Nah, fuck that
Easiest assimilation?: Your Mom
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Dune: Part One Prompts
Part II An assortment of prompts taken from the movie Dune: Part One (2021). Adjust as necessary to fit pronoun and/or descriptor. In case of Multimuse, don't forget to specify which one/s. Reblog, please do not repost or add.
“ Yet you risk your life to help us. ”
“ Do you know what this place is? ”
“ Would you bare witness? ”
“ You'd make a play for the throne? ”
“ You're a lost boy hiding in a hole in the ground. ”
“ I know you walk two worlds and are known by many names. ”
“ We have to go. We have no choice. ”
“ I serve only one master. ”
“ The mystery of life isn't a problem to solve, but a reality to experience. ”
“ We must move with the flow of the process. ”
“ His healing isn't complete. ”
“ Nothing survives such a storm. ”
“ They're dead. It's a certainty. ”
“ Don't be frightened. ”
“ There's much to learn. Come with me. ”
“ Follow me. Do the same moves. ”
“ I think this is the right direction. ”
“ We are not alone. ”
“ He does not speak or act like a weakling. ”
“ What wealth can you offer beyond the water in your flesh? ”
“ Conversation ran short. ”
“ Peace, woman. Peace. I judged hastily. ”
“ I would have not let you hurt my friends. ”
“ You talk like a leader. But the strongest leads. ”
“ When you take a life, you take your own. ”
“ I want you to die with honor. ”
“ May thy knife chip and shatter. ”
“ You should welcome my blade. ”
“ This world will kill you. ”
“ Do you yield? ”
“ You're one of us now. ”
“ If you'll have us, we will come. ”
“ This is only the beginning. ”
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