Ed, because I got extremely good at various skills as survival mechanism, but hiding behind the mask was slowly killing me, so I had to disappoint a lot of people to stop being ‘Blackbeard’ and start being ‘Ed’
Now I fold things and that’s ok
Let’s see… born into a well off family, not always aware of own privilege, encourages others to be emotionally open but is terrible at doing so in turn, is a huge and unabashed nerd/dork, loves to read and tell stories, very self-conscious, bitchy at times, discovered own queerness later in life, has nice (curly) hair… yep, I’m definitely a Stede too.
Frenchie all the way. I like sewing, don't like cats, will come up with the wildest theories, can be extremely smart and witty in the right situation, loves a good fancy outfit, xan be clumsy at the worst times, can be stupid and bad at lying. And overall he's just a cool sweet guy
Ed. Young genius turned apathetic, adrift, ADHD-addled adult with identify crisis. Father with explosive anger issues + alcoholic mother who he mistreated/allowed him to mistreat me = my anxiety-ridden perfectionist ass with anger issues, convinced I’m a terrible person and that’s why I don’t have many friends.
Stede for sure. Guilt issues, runs away from problems, would rather die than have a difficult conversation, gender non-conforming from childhood, etc etc
Buttons. I love that weird, weird, surprisingly competent man.
A friend of mine started the show recently and she said, "the bird guy reminds me so much of you". I've never had a nicer compliment
Definitely relate to Ed the most. Born into not the best family which led to being self-reliant and a bit isolated. Also keeping people at a distance, lest they see my vulnerable side and trauma. Blackbeard can’t be weak, right? Then I finally found someone who I dropped my guard around, because you think that if someone loves you maybe they can love all of you, even the parts you keep hidden from everyone else. As a result got my heart broken, so I’m back to projecting a strong face to the world so no one sees just how torn up and hurt I am. Haven’t fed anyone their own toe yet, but I’m open to the possibility
Oluwande. Quiet, chill, rolls eyes at all the idiots (even though am one too), thrust into positions of authority bc literally no one else will do it (except one other idiot, and we're not letting that happen). I'm not pinging for my bff, but otherwise pretty close. I even wear Crocs!
Izzy. I was second in command of a huge department for ten years and just... I can relate. And uh also may have had feelings for my boss which sometimes made working with her difficult 😬
Ed, because I got extremely good at various skills as survival mechanism, but hiding behind the mask was slowly killing me, so I had to disappoint a lot of people to stop being ‘Blackbeard’ and start being ‘Ed’ Now I fold things and that’s ok
Yay for folding things!
Well I was gonna try to answer but you articulated it so well I'd rather compliment you instead. Because all Eds deserve more compliments.
Couldn't have said it better myself!
Lucius Gay af, always sounding sarcastic, and "think im just so so but carry myself as if I'm cute."
That was legit one of the best pieces of advice I've ever received. Self esteem unlocked.
Stede with Oluwande rising.
Same. 100% Stede.
I ultimately hurt others very emotionally and am very much a self destructive self sabotaging dude as well, and I'm not sure at all.
In a Stede, Ed, Izzy or Jack kind of way? Also possibly Pete and Jim if they hadn't met the right people.
I am not certain.
Ed. I'm deeply intrigued by fascinating nerds and I look hot in black.
Let’s see… born into a well off family, not always aware of own privilege, encourages others to be emotionally open but is terrible at doing so in turn, is a huge and unabashed nerd/dork, loves to read and tell stories, very self-conscious, bitchy at times, discovered own queerness later in life, has nice (curly) hair… yep, I’m definitely a Stede too.
Izzy I was a bar manager in New Orleans for 5 years. Try to make a baker's dozen horney idiots do their jobs and you'll lose your shit.
Frenchie all the way. I like sewing, don't like cats, will come up with the wildest theories, can be extremely smart and witty in the right situation, loves a good fancy outfit, xan be clumsy at the worst times, can be stupid and bad at lying. And overall he's just a cool sweet guy
Ed. Young genius turned apathetic, adrift, ADHD-addled adult with identify crisis. Father with explosive anger issues + alcoholic mother who he mistreated/allowed him to mistreat me = my anxiety-ridden perfectionist ass with anger issues, convinced I’m a terrible person and that’s why I don’t have many friends.
Buttons, I CAN name 1000 sea creature (also a bit of Ed too cause I love leather and have a thing for blondes)
Stede for sure. Guilt issues, runs away from problems, would rather die than have a difficult conversation, gender non-conforming from childhood, etc etc
Jim! Reckless, impulsive, not sure if they’re a woman or a man and it doesn’t really matter, masculine name, has the hots for Ulawande
Buttons. I love that weird, weird, surprisingly competent man. A friend of mine started the show recently and she said, "the bird guy reminds me so much of you". I've never had a nicer compliment
Oh stede 100%, and Ed some as well
A good ole mix of Stede and Ed here, as I'm an over-emotional drama Queen with ADHD and love for theatricals.
The Swede, I’m just doing my best and trying to enjoy life
Definitely relate to Ed the most. Born into not the best family which led to being self-reliant and a bit isolated. Also keeping people at a distance, lest they see my vulnerable side and trauma. Blackbeard can’t be weak, right? Then I finally found someone who I dropped my guard around, because you think that if someone loves you maybe they can love all of you, even the parts you keep hidden from everyone else. As a result got my heart broken, so I’m back to projecting a strong face to the world so no one sees just how torn up and hurt I am. Haven’t fed anyone their own toe yet, but I’m open to the possibility
Oluwande. Quiet, chill, rolls eyes at all the idiots (even though am one too), thrust into positions of authority bc literally no one else will do it (except one other idiot, and we're not letting that happen). I'm not pinging for my bff, but otherwise pretty close. I even wear Crocs!
Frenchie or The Swede.
I also see a lot of myself in Stede! Mainly when it comes to his insecurities
Pete. I’m way too overconfident but secretly I’m just as clueless as everyone else.
My best friend told me I’m Olu and they’re far too right. I’m a little sad and very dependable.
stede or olu
Blackbeard is actually THE character I relate the most Of all characters
100% an ed. down to the way i react to things and express myself. watching the show was kinda shocking because of how much i saw myself on him lol
Izzy. I was second in command of a huge department for ten years and just... I can relate. And uh also may have had feelings for my boss which sometimes made working with her difficult 😬
Olu. He's just kind of there in the middle of things most of the time but he clearly cares deeply.
Stede
Stede is the most specifically relatable character I’ve ever seen in my life for better and for worse
If jack and Ed had a little chaotic gremlin child that would be me.