Got into pirating last year… accidentally went all in
Last year my family and I went on a cruise, and one day I decided to wear a pirate costume just for fun.
Didn’t expect much out of it, but something about it just clicked.
Since then I’ve slowly, or not so slowly, gone all in. I’ve been building out the garb piece by piece, trying to lean more toward a grounded, lived in look rather than anything too theatrical. I’ve taken it sailing, on sunrise beach walks, and even just around town occasionally.
Recently I set up a space in my house I call the Hideaway. It’s a low lit, ship inspired room where I’ll sit, write in a logbook, listen to creaking ship sounds, and just disconnect for a bit. It’s become less about wearing a costume and more about stepping into a different headspace.
I’m not claiming perfect historical accuracy by any means. I’m still learning. But I’ve really enjoyed the process of making it feel real.
Figured I’d introduce myself here and see who else is into this kind of thing.
Fair winds.