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who: James T. Kirk & YOU!
what: general out and about for the month.
when: August (please specify when during the month you're tagging him!)
where: all over
warnings: none for the moment; will edit if need be

I ▹ PERIMETER GUARD ▹ SHUTTLE WORK

[ After the mission, getting the shuttle up and running, not to mention cleaning her up all nice and proper so she's ready for use again, is Jim's priority, and it's a project he throws himself into with vested interest and dedication. While the shuttle still works, there's a lot that needs repairing or even outright replacing, not to mention the overall old and worn aspect of both the interior and the exterior.

Despite this, Jim looks excited rather than bothered or tired, as he fumbles around the makeshift shuttle bay set up at the perimeter guard. Sounds of clinking and clattering around come from the area, and he can be found throughout the month working on several different aspects of the shuttle, from control panels to the shuttle exterior— repainting the outside completely, installing a more complete and advanced navigation system and flight controls, or he may just be found disappearing halfway into one of the panels beneath the dashboard, fumbling around with wiring and circuitry. If he hears someone approaching, he'll stick an arm out, gesturing vaguely towards a pen-shaped handheld device. ]

Hand me that laser cutter over there?

II ▹ CITY STREETS & OUTSKIRTS ▹ BIKE RIDE

[ In the midst of what starts to feel like a very good month, Jim gets a really nice surprise one of the days he gets to the perimeter guard: there, waiting for him, is an all too familiar bike— not just any bike either, but a peculiar engraving on the side of the leather seat lets him know that this exact bike used to belong to his father.

It's only natural that he takes especially good care of it, tuning it up and cleaning it until it's spotless and shiny, then promptly takes it out for a few spins during the next few weeks. From the city center to the outskirts where he won't find nearly as much traffic, he can be found just about anywhere, both riding the bike or taking a break somewhere, leaning comfortably against the seat as he sips on some juice or enjoys a tasty ice cream. Feel free to approach or even ask him to take you for a ride, if you happen to know him (or even if you don't, really). ]

III ▹ COMMUNAL APARTMENTS ▹ MOVING

[ Another change in Jim's life happens to be something he and Bones had been talking about, and finally now they've managed to find a place they both like and can afford (not that money's a problem for them, with both earning well and saving up the majority of what they earn). During the first two weeks of the month especially, Jim will be spending some time boxing up things and getting them ready for the move. They don't have a whole lot in their apartment here, and some of the lighter boxes he chooses to carry to their new home on his own. He'll smile at anyone he crosses paths with, daring to offer playfully to people he happens to know. ]

I'll accept a helping hand, if you've got the time.

IV ▹ ANYWHERE ▹ WILDCARD

[ Jim is nothing if not both active and sociable, so throughout the month it's not difficult to find him in several spots, be them bars and coffeeshops, parks, grocery stores, and even the hospital when he's coming over to meet up with Bones.

He also feels the shift of the city when the strange outbreak sweeps the Quarantine and causes some random cases of memory loss. It is, sadly, something he's not unfamiliar with, but more than his insight on their mission beyond the walls and sharing some details he happens to remember, he finds himself overall useless in finding a resolution or a cure. He will, however, try to help anyone who happens to be affected by the outbreak. ]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

[he's more open to it, probably, even if he's still wary about others, but rogue one helped him reach that point after too many very lonely years. too bad it didn't last long.] I am no stranger to overnights either, whether planned or otherwise. You are fairly experienced. What would you think is the most important thing to keep in mind out there?

[cassian is more used to urban centers than rural areas, but it doesn't mean he doesn't know how to deal with the wilderness. he's done that too. dealing with animals instead of people almost feels as welcome as survey work.] I am not surprised. What sort of equipment have you found works best against them? Blasters? It seems safer to keep your distance.

Bring supplies, definitely. Even things you think you might not need. An emergency kit if you end up stranded on a cave or fall down a pit. Also— soap. Bit of a luxury but it doesn't take a lot of space and it makes all the difference. [ He also takes rations but generally speaking it's not difficult to build a net and catch some fish, or even hunt a smaller animal if need be. There's plenty of water too, particularly near the river, so thankfully it's not necessary to bring some along either. ]

Blasters? [ He can imagine what it is and what it does from the name alone, but he's never heard of that before. ] Usually stun pistols do the trick, or a tranquilizer gun. Worst case scenario, a friend of mine lent me a weapon that can pierce through any hide. I try not to use it, but when killing the animal is my only option, then I know I can resort to that. But yes, I definitely recommend stealth above all else. Keep your distance and watch where you're going— if you can avoid a confrontation to begin with, then all the better.

[THE LUXURY OF SOAP. somehow it always seems to be the thing left behind, compared to most other items.] I do not go unprepared anywhere, but it's always helpful to know the environment and its needs. What of being out there, beyond supplies, do you consider good to keep in mind?

[he's already starting to consider what kind of weapons he should take with him. blaster, definitely.] It's a gun, likely similar to what you are describing. They tend to have two modes, stun and kill. [his was rarely on stun, but wow it's nice to realize that's more of an option here.] Stealth is not an issue. I am more interested in getting myself back in one piece that combating any sort of animal.

[ Hygiene is something people often forget about, going out there for a long while and not being used to making it in the wild for longer periods of time. Most people think they can deal with not showering for a week or two, but it gets awfully itchy, sticky and uncomfortable in certain parts after a few days. And that's without mentioning the smell. So yes, soap. Absolutely soap. ]

Finding good places to rest is important. I mean, if you're used to making it in the wild I'm sure none of this is news to you. I haven't encountered any dangers other than wild animals out there so you only have to be sure to set up camp somewhere where animals won't just stumble into you. There are plenty of secluded spots along the river, for instance.

Knowing the terrain is pretty important too, so the maps? I advise you to study them well. They're not complete but they are thorough, and we surveyors have been working into adding more and more information as we find it. Familiarize yourself with them, as well as the weather and wind patterns. Know where you're headed, rather than just roaming around aimlessly. It's good to rely on electronic instruments, but there's no harm in bringing a more classic compass along with you, just in case.

[ It's always good help, to just about anyone. No matter how much experience they have. ]

[he sort of nods along every now and then, the most careful of listeners. if cassian couldn't listen well, he'd have been terrible at his job.]

I am more familiar with surviving an urban sprawl, but I'm not ill prepared for this environment. I have already been studying the maps as well. I don't plan on going out there for long until I have copies or have memorized them. They are quite detailed.

[a beat.] I hope I am not coming across as dismissive. As you have said, it's a new place and even the safest of worlds can be dangerous if you go in without proper preparation no matter how experienced you are.

[listen, he might not like a lot of people, but he still knows how to interact with them even as a facade!]

Good plan. Anyway, exploring bit by bit will definitely help. You get used to the terrain and the pathways pretty fast.

[ He smiles a little and shakes his head. ] You're not, don't worry. It's easy to tell you've got some experience that'll come in very handy for you out there. I just don't want you getting caught unaware by going out there feeling overly confident, is all.

[ He's learned the hard way how badly can that go. So far it doesn't look like Cassian's the type, at least. ]

You seem eager to get your hands busy. I can appreciate that.

[cassian nods, because he gets used to most things quickly, at least in the exploration sense. he's not very concerned about adapting to beyond the wall; it's inside the wall that he's avoiding more.]

I would prefer them to stay busy than not. [which is putting it mildly.] Overconfidence is a risk I'm not willing to take. I appreciate the advice, even if I am more experienced and ready that others may be.

[a beat.] I may also be able to help with the shuttle, if you find yourself lacking in people who know their way around ships.

[ That does take a bit of adapting to, no matter where one comes from. But it's not exactly hospitable beyond the wall, so Cassian will have to get used to it eventually, even if it might take some time. ]

Well, I'm used to a crew of hundreds, so it'll always feel like I'm lacking in people. Luckily the shuttle's much smaller than the Enterprise. [ He nods, though, gesturing towards Cassian. ] I'll welcome the help. Feel free to poke around, if you'd like to get a little more acquainted with the shuttle.

[ He'll probably be looking over Cassian's shoulder at first, until he's sure he knows what he's doing, but well. Cassian will probably understand. ]

[he'd say if he wasn't adaptable, he'd be dead. but, you know, welp.]

[he nods briskly at the offer, getting the sense jim will be watching him, but cassian knows he'd do the same so he doesn't care. he is definitely very curious about the shuttle though for the familiarity, so he decides to just go for it.]

I'll take a quick look now, if you don't mind. I won't be any help if I know nothing about what I'm working with.

[ Well, still counts for something if it's taken him far enough. And he's still alive here, so. ]

Make yourself at home. I'll keep working if you don't mind, but feel free to interrupt if you have any questions.

[ He'll be paying attention to what Cassian does, but he's not going to just stand there doing nothing else but watching him like a hawk. ]

[cassian nods, not minding in the slightest. he'd have been more surprised if jim didn't keep working and didn't keep an eye on him. it's exactly what cassian himself would do, if a relative stranger wanted to investigate his ship.]

[though jim is one step ahead of him there, because cassian isn't sure he'd be okay with that first step. still, he looks over the shuttle quietly, occasionally asking a question now and then, until his curiosity is satisfied. thanks jim!!]

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