black sails

Let us make sure her future at least is secure. BLACK SAILS — EPISODE XX.

I can think of no one more effective at capturing men’s minds. And maybe just as importantly, given the need to invest the moment with as much impact as possible…

BLACK SAILS, XXV

BLACK SAILS, XXV

I know enough of you to know that even whole, you were unworthy of half the attention we paid you. And now, as a goddamn invalid, you expect that to change?  BLACK SAILS, XXV

BLACK SAILS, XXV

BLACK SAILS, XXV

BLACK SAILS, XXV

XXVI. When you told me this was to be, I was upset by the thought of having lied to Anne. I was devastated by the certainty it would unavoidably lead to her death. For the moment she realized that Jack was not there, that she had been crossed, and that she would likely never see him again, she would attempt to kill anyone she deemed responsible. Eight? You could have sent a thousand men. It would not have deterred her. And now you are saying to me that she knew she had been crossed and chose to walk away to save herself?

BLACK SAILS, XXVI

How does one determine this position, one in which we exist and don’t exist at the same time?

You expressed your concern to me that to truly partner with your captain, you would need to join him down a dark path, and that you fear it - it might lead you to a place you would not be able to return from.

So I have begun the duel between myself and our Lord Governor. The rules are simple. I will deny him the cache, no matter what sort of inducements he offers or pain he inflicts.

XXV. England has shown herself to me - gnarled, and gray, and spiteful of anyone who would find happiness under her rule. I’m through seeking anything from England, except her departure from my island.

MAX Black Sails, XXV

BLACK SAILS, XXV