Questions tagged [pirates]

Tommaso Tue Aug 27 2024 | 5 answers 839

Could you elaborate on the motives and desires of pirates, particularly in the context of modern times? Are they still primarily driven by the lure of treasure and adventure, or have their motivations shifted towards other objectives such as political statements, cyber attacks, or even financial gains through illicit activities? Additionally, how do these desires differ between traditional pirates of the past and the more elusive pirates operating in the digital realm of cryptocurrency and finance today?

Martino Wed Aug 21 2024 | 6 answers 1338

Excuse me, I'm curious about something a bit unconventional. I came across the phrase 'How do pirates say hello?' and it piqued my interest. I'm wondering, in the context of pirate lore and culture, is there a specific greeting or phrase that pirates would use to acknowledge each other? Is it something like 'Ahoy matey!' or does it vary depending on the time period and region? I'd love to know if there's any historical basis or tradition behind this greeting, or if it's more of a modern interpretation for entertainment purposes.

Chiara Tue Aug 20 2024 | 5 answers 940

Excuse me, I couldn't help but notice your question about the currency used by pirates. Could you elaborate a bit more on the context? Are you referring to historical pirates from centuries ago, or perhaps a more modern, fictional depiction? In either case, it's an interesting question! Historically, pirates often used whatever currency was prevalent in the regions they frequented, such as gold and silver coins, or perhaps even jewels and other valuables. However, in more recent times, and especially in fictional depictions, the concept of "pirate treasure" has often been associated with vast caches of gold and silver coins. But if we're talking about a hypothetical scenario where pirates were to adopt a modern form of currency, I imagine they might choose something that's easily divisible, portable, and widely accepted. Cryptocurrencies, for example, could potentially fit this criteria, allowing pirates to conduct transactions anonymously and securely, without relying on traditional financial institutions. But of course, this is purely speculative! So, what were you thinking in terms of the pirates and their currency? Are you interested in a historical perspective, or a more modern, fictional one?