This was a very interesting read. ♥ I agree that Kirk didn't play chess, AND UNLESS CANON SAYS OTHERWISE I'M STICKING WITH THAT. We probably should do that chess post/thingy at some point, now that I remember.

Outside that. I pretty much agree with everything, I will always adore your interpretation of Kirk for that reason. Especially the Delta Vega part. I wrote 'party' the first time, I'm still sleepy.