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[onemistress]

[ She seems uncertain, at the use of the device which records her, peering a little too close, before pulling back. Trying her best to be at ease, even if she clearly is not completely. ]

Forgive me, fellow passengers of the tranquility, which I am told is a ship, though it is not one I should ever seek to employ --

[ but that is a rant for later, and she dismisses it quickly. ] -- I have been remiss in introducing myself, quite rightly I was not sure how to do so. But this seems the way of it, so I understand it. Though I am alone neither in name nor face. [ her amusement is brittle at best for it. ] I am Elizabeth Tudor, granddaughter to Elizabeth of York, and great-granddaughter to Elizabeth Woodville.

[ and she puffs out of breath in dry laughter. ] And by more time than is flattering to count such, Queen of England in turn. [ there's a pause and the propriety of it all seems to drop, introduction done. ]

Now that is out of the way, the matter that is far more important, what must be done to procure a decent drink on this twice cursed place? Or indeed how to pass the time at all, if my skills may be put to use, though I scarcely know where to apply them here. [ and that, truly seems to amuse her, quite darkly in fact. ] In any case, you shall find me a generous friend.

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[trouvaille]

( the fact elizabeth introduces herself in the context of her matrilineal descent suggests that she's probably already spoken with lizzie, which in turn tells ilde she should probably tread carefully because she remembers how she outlined that family history. curse her selective failure to be tactful.

not that she's too terribly concerned, frankly, but it pays not to get off on the wrong foot with people, and to avoid that you have to have a fairly good idea of both where you've already put your feet and where you might like to have them later. definitely 'still attached', for instance. )

Most of the passenger decks have bars, but I think only a few of them are particularly populated. And... 'decent' might be pushing it unless you can persuade somebody with a stash.

[onemistress]

[ Elizabeth is utterly oblivious to all this, it seems, at least to smile kindly. ]

I have little enough to offer, but what do people have that counts as - ah, "stash" was it?

[bailedontheempire]

[The specific relations she points to seem to suggest certain encounters have already occurred]

The timelines here can be quite confusing, can they not, Your Majesty?

Bars with an assortment of liquor can be found on many of the passenger decks. As to your skills, if I may be so bold as to suggest you must have a great deal of experience coordinating human activities, the Communications department may be a wise destination.

[Because that's his thing and why he watches for people looking to use skills on the network.]

[onemistress]

Timelines, perhaps yes. It is strange to hear myself spoken of, as if I only live in books and do not breath for myself.

[ she's amused by it, better to be flattered than put off by it. ]

Your suggestion is a welcome one, one I shall consider most carefully. [ there's a ponderous hum before she continues. ] Are the people here agreeable to being organised?

[ or is it more like Ireland. But he seems clever enough to be able to guage well. ]

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[naytheist]

[There's a selection of thoughts that Cesare is experiencing. The first is "oh, shit. Lizzie has a granddaughter here" the second is "oh, shit. She's cool". This Tudor likes booze. He likes booze. They seem to have quite a bit in common.

Tudor's heritage is not lost on him though and he is very aware of some potential for friction there. Perhaps it isn't ideal to be dating a queen's grandmother. Luckily or unluckily, Cesare has never been the type to avoid anything difficult and as such he meets her with a video of him and three bottles of wine that he had lovingly procured from one of the bars a few days prior. The best of the best if he does say so himself.]

Sweet or dry?

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[onemistress]

[ Tudors like booze, as a general rule.

But for his offer, he receive a smile, brilliant and sharp before she dips her head, as if in thanks to him. ]

Sweet, if I may. I have always had a preferences for such things.

[expect]

What, seriously?

( he's met kings and queens before. loads of times. but on creepy spaceships in the future? that's new. and then he realises that he said that aloud and that it is broadcasting or recording or making a phone call or however these things work (he was just messing around with his), and hastily: )

I mean, cheers. It's nice to meet you. Hello.

[onemistress]

Indeed. [ she smiles, and he's given a smile if brief. "Cheers". [ Mimicked, even if she does not know the word itself. ] I would say it is a pleasure to meet you also, but I shall have to know your name first.

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[starbuckslord]

[ Oh brother. Peter half-expects Kang the Conqueror to come barreling in at this point. Still, he's offering a bright enough grin. ]

Good Queen Bess, huh? Nice to meet you. Peter Quill of- [ He almost said "Earth;" he's been spending waaaay too much time in space. ]

Colorado. Though I think it's roughly unexplored Spanish territory in your time, if I remember my elementary school social studies. [ At which point, he's rambling. ]

As for keeping occupied, it looks like most people pitch in with running the ship- medical, security, communications. That sorta thing.

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[onemistress]

Well met, Peter of Col-or-ado? [ There's a pause as if to check she has said it quite correctly. ] Which terriotory of Spain? For I know the land well, but I do not know that part of it. [ keep your enemies closer, and all that. ]

Tell me of them? What they entail? [ and the simple expectation that he will, of course. ]

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[doggedly]

Hiya, Elizabeth Tudor, granddaughter to Elizabeth of York, great-granddaughter to Elizabeth Woodville, and oh by the way, also Queen of England.

Am I allowed to ask the Queen of England to clarify? 'Cos there are some decent drinks out there, but I have to know what sort you prefer before I offer any of 'em to you.

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[onemistress]

It's a mouthful isn't it? [ But it seemed fitting, there is a chance someone might not know who her father is. God preserve her being called arrogant. ] I will settle for Your Grace.

I suppose you are allowed to ask. [ she's teasing, mostly. ] Sweet, and rich.

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[skjalf]

[ there is a sense of ironic amusement to this whole awkward situation, is there not? with a slightly wry upturn of her mouth, elizabeth joins her gr—elizabeth in smiling over it. ]

That was quite the introduction! I believe the three of us may be well on our way to confusing those aboard this ship.

[ since her arrival, she has only seen people drink socially. and she, herself has only partaken of it in such a manner. instead of being scandalized, she errs on the sensible side and tells her plainly: ]

Each floor has what is called a "bar", where wine and other liquor might be found. Shall I show you? then we may speak more of finding aught to do in this place. I, myself often have a similar problem.

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[onemistress]

[ It amuses her more than anything even if she's dealing with Marissa, and how little she likes it. ]

I should hope so, else I might grow bored.

[ Your granddaughter it seems, is a rather blunt creature. ] I should like that, it seems a better way to pass the time than sitting idle.

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[ladyunicorn]

You are truly a Queen?

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[onemistress]

Indeed so.

[newnova]

You don't look like the Queen of England. She's old.

[Sam, why are you even responding to this? You aren't even old enough to drink.]

[onemistress]

[ What even are drinking ages, that's silly. ] Is not everyone young, once? I should wager one day I will be old, as much as I was but a girl.

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[alsohawkeye]

[ Holy shit Queen Elizabeth!!! Kate is going in approximately 12000 directions lately but she will take a second to not pass up this opportunity. ]

Your Grace, [ Because she totally read all the public threads above before beginning a message. ] my name is Kate Bishop, and I just wanted to say that it is a privilege to meet you. As much as this sort of communication counts as meeting.

I see that people have already directed you to the alcohol on board, but if there's anything else I could help you with, please don't hesitate to ask. [ Not that a queen is likely to balk at telling people what she wants but whatever. ]

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[onemistress]

[ Kate wins all the points just for that alone, and has a smile to greet her for it. ] Lady Bishop, of course it shall count, for your kindness is enough.

[ She smiles again, taps her finger to her lips in contemplation. ] Yes, there is one thing you may tell me yet, what it is that passes for recreation aboard the ship? For even in winter court will occupy itself, but I cannot decipher what tasks it is people do here.

[ or is it always blood and this stupor afterwards. ]

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[wroughtsteel]

Your Majesty, a pleasure it is to meet you. [ A proper bow before she continues, gazing still with some curiosity at the familiar features of the woman. ] I've not once learnt of your kingdom, save from the times it was referred to me whilst on this ship, however I know the one to become your grandmother.

[ That leaves a confused look for a moment on her face. Time is the strangest thing in this place indeed. ]

I ask of curiosity, hoping not to offend: is it common for names to be passed on from mother to daughter, or from father to son, where you are from, in such a way as yours?

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[onemistress]

And you, my lady.

[ she dips her head in turn with the greeting. If she is given courtesy, she shall always return it. ] Then I hope they told you all the best things, and not just that it has miserable weather.

[ but the question makes her laugh, she had been waiting for someone to say something of it. ] Confusing is it not? [ her laughter dies down, waving the thought of offense over it away. ] And yes, it is quite common for names to be passed down, both my grandmother's were Elizabeth, and so I was given the name. For rulers in particular, though that was never the intention with me. We keep the same names, I am told, because it gives a feeling of a ruler without end, and that the memories of the ones previous, may live through the actions of the current.

[ and then she tilts her head to the side, thinking further. ] Or we may just be finding reason to hide such infinitely lacking creativity when it comes to naming our children, but never tell a King that.

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[twicequeen]

[Three Queen Elizabeth's, that's not confusing at all. But Elizabeth knows she is truly blessed to have been able to meet her great granddaughter who was so truly remarkable.]

You are always welcome to join me in the garden if you so please, Elizabeth. It may seem like tiring work but it can be a truly peaceful way to pass an afternoon.

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[onemistress]

[ she's trying to work out how best to turn it into a game to play on everyone. ]

I should like that, it has been a long time since I have ever done such a thing.

[northerner]

Perhaps you may tell us what skills you have, my lady, and I shall be better placed to suggest where you may employ them.

[onemistress]

[ he's being helpful, so she bites her lip on the response of being very good at bossing other people around. ]

Many, I should wager, and not many of them particularly useful, other than exceeding patience. [ there's a sigh. ] Truth be told, as much as the tasks have been described to me, I do not know well what is required so much here, that I may suit myself to that task.

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[cliver]

[ Elizabeth Tudor. She looks younger than when Clara met her, but it's still her, absolutely, that hair — ]

Elizab — Your majesty. I'm Clara Oswald. [ a beat. ] You don't remember me, do you?

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[onemistress]

[ she looks perplexed a little, then shakes her head. ]

Forgive me, I do not, should I?

[savoy]

[ another elizabeth, of royal blood, english. it's a good thing, isn't it, that aramis has a good memory for faces. the video is a little lopsided but mostly steady as he takes off his hat, bowing to the camera and, indirectly, her.

he doesn't lower his gaze, though. when does he ever. ]

Your Majesty. [ a beat, and his lips quirk up. ] There are bars aboard.

[onemistress]

[ on the other hand, at least he will not have to remember a new name.

But she watches him, bemused by it all, lips parting in a slow smile. ]

Bold. [ but she does not seem to mind, he's the first man to offer her so much as that, and for it, she dips her head low. ] And tell me, what is the preferred drink to be had there?