VSS: Frame of Reference March 27, 2021 “Ah. The xyloid protrusions seem to be ubiquitous here. That should facilitate disembarking.” “Whut?” The Captain pointed, then yelped when the Deckhand kicked him in
VSS – Xanthippe March 23, 2021 Bored, the First Mate peered at the Captain’s notes. “Xanthippe, huh? Sounds exotic. Let’s go there!” “It’s not a place. It’s a person.”
VSS – Accoutre March 16, 2021 Golden trimming contrasted majestically against the navy blue of the uniform. Accoutered to polished perfection, the Captain stared…
VSS: Request March 4, 2021 Broken furniture, torn maps: the cabin looked like a warzone. “Y’know,” said the First Mate as he helped their bruised and flumoxed Captain to his feet, “I’d have thought that by now, you’d know…
VSS: Smooth March 2, 2021 “Why have we stopped?” “The sea up ahead’s too rough. I want smooth sailing.” “It is just this part. A few miles onwards–” “No.” “But…
VSS: Fold February 26, 2021 The scene in the galley baffled the Captain: “What the hell–are those napkins?” “Yep,” said the Deckhand, smoothing a fold in the fabric. “But, WHY?” …
