Dave K.

[dave-karofsky]

— I haven't always been this way

Dave Karofsky, 29 years , manager/co-owner of Strikers Lounge and Bowling Alley

— I wasn't born a renegade

headcanons || playlist || aesthetics || closet || connections || answers

[ssmythehq]

"He knows I'm worth the wait." Something that Dave, for whatever reason, didn't seem to agree on. Did the guy not have eyes? Was he a eunuch? It made no sense to him, and every time he was rejected by the other man, it made him that much more determined to win over his affection - something he wasn't even entirely sure he actually wanted, other than for the sake of simply getting to say he won. "Anyone with half a brain can see that."

[dave-karofsky]

"Oh, does he now?" Dave couldn't help the grin that grew on his face and he ducked his head to try and hide it. It occured to Dave that he had the ability to throw the man out if he wanted. He didn't even have to prove to anybody why; it was his business. So why was he standing here arguing with Sebastian? Perhaps some part of him was actually enjoying it in a way. "So, was that a dig at my IQ again? I don't have enough of a brain cell to tell you're worth the wait?" he snorted, finally slapping the counter once in a dismissal, turning away to help the next customer, "Enjoy your date. Lane 12 is all yours, my dude."

[lottiexevans]

LOTTIE: I usually don't drink quite so much that I send text messages to random people, but this is just a cautionary tale for the future. Change my lock code or something if I plan on drinking tequila. LOTTIE: Even if I had, I'm thankful at least that it was you who received the text regardless. The last thing I need is someone from the hospital getting a random text.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: that would probably not have been great Dave: im trying not to drink too much anymore so thats sort of how I avoid the awkward drunk texting thing Dave: Of course I would never tell anyone else they should stop drinking but yeah. changing your password is a good idea or something like that

[mercedesjonesx]

Mercedes: well good! you never know how people are gonna react, but that's great that nobody's done anything like rude in retaliation of the new rules. Mercedes: it's the bar lol it's doing good though. i'm thinking about maybe upgrading the setup though. the one i have still works good, it's just been the same setup since i opened.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: oh a little remodeling? Sounds like fun. I think the community would probably really enjoy that. What are you thinking?

[owenchang]

Owen: well, good luck! i don't know if i'm super serious about it myself, but i could be open to it. it sounds like a fun little excursion into the unknown. Owen: that depends, i think. are we talking good haunted or bad haunted? if bad then, uh, you might want to consider moving your business.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: might be fun to do some research. Watch some of those videos like "finding bigfoot" Dave: im not sure what youd consider a good haunting? Like if grandpa was haunting the joint? Id still be scared shitless so like. i think any haunting might be one I owuldnt want to allow to continue BUT i think it would be cool to experience it at least once.

[juliarose]

Julia: yeah that dude has to have some bruce banner level radiation in his system or some shit cause the hulk is the only person I can think of that would be able to handle that Julia: so the consensus is, tried it, the crash sucked but the hangover wasn't that bad? robin scherbatsky is still my fave cocktail otherwise I'll just stick to straight liquor or beer.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: do you even think the hulk could do it?? Dave: ah well that kinda sucks Dave: I hate the crash from energy drinks and caffeine so i cant imagine how it would be with alcohol and something like 5hr energy. Im not much of a drinker anymore anyway

[newcharactertbd]

Carter: definitely gave me a chuckle when I first read it. Carter: yeah I don't think I was even trying to save it, I'm sure it was probably out somewhere and ended up just shoving it up there in an attempt to quickly clean my place before my mom came over for a visit. oops.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: happens to everyone i think. lol Dave: every christmas Dave: Ill admit it was funny but i might have to also admit that Im not a fan of starwars... Dave: dont come for me

[lottiexevans]

text messages 📲 lottie & dave

LOTTIE: Don't ask me what that was. I'd had a BIT too much tequila, and apparently I like to mix bed time rhymes with Ke$ha lyrics when that happens. LOTTIE: At least it was innocent and not something I'd regret lol

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[dave-karofsky]

Dave: i suppose i can forgive that. i know what its like to drink a little too much and send...strange text messages Dave: im glad it wasnt weird either because I dont know what i would have done

[owenchang]

Owen: yeahhhhh, i don't disagree with you, but i do prefer to not dwell on how corrupt the world has become too much or else i'll get sad. Owen: i'm torn, personally. on the one hand, it would be cool, on the other... i'd rather not if it was something terrifying. on the upside, we know who to turn to if we really get serious about trying to see bigfoot.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: Im not sure how serious I am about seeing bigfoot but I know hes out there. Maybe someday ill try bigfoot hunting. Dave: Ive just heard so many people talking about their experiences and i havent. Good and a bad thing i think. imagine if i found out like, the bowling alley was haunted?

[starringblainearch]

Blaine: Please don't feel bad. You didn't know, and I would have told you at some point anyway. Blaine: I'm so sorry to hear that, Dave. That must have been awful. Blaine: Well, how about you let me pay this time and you pay next time?

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: it wasnt great thats for sure Dave: its a deal Dave: and its not a date. friends getting coffee. I do want to hear what youve been up to lately, besides all of...that.

[juliarose]

Julia: omg who the fuck mixes 5 hour energy with monster, are they even human? how are they even alive? that's insane Julia: also holy shit I found a recipe for the 5 hour and vodka and it sounds fucking tasty. https://barproducts.com/pages/feature-recipe-5-hour-energy-cocktail Julia: guess this means it's a thing and I'm totally doing it.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: I have no idea how theyre still alive i mean this guy drinks a couple a day. i warned him but im not exactly his dad im just his boss so what do i know? 😂 Dave: I owuld drink the SHIT out of that 5 hour and vodka holy shit Dave: do it and tell me if its good

[lottiexevans]

text messages 📲 lottie & dave

[ LOTTIE → DAVE ]: Good night. sleep tight. don’t let the bed bugs bite. tonight. imma fight. till we see the sunlight. tik tok. on the clock. but the party don’t stop.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: goodnight? Dave: lol this is the most unique, crazy way anybodys ever said goodnight to me and I absolutely love it

[ssmythehq]

"Mmhm." Tucking the money he was given in return into his wallet, Sebastian followed Dave's gaze, before turning his attention back towards the man before him. "Personable, huh? I'm assuming you mean with everyone but me? Or are all your customers subjected to this kind of attitude?" Did he have a date to get back to? Sure. But he could spare a few minutes to get into an argument over, well, nothing, really. It had been awhile since he'd had a proper nemesis, and Dave had managed to scratch that itch for him. "Do you take customer feedback? Because I have plenty."

[dave-karofsky]

Dave blinked in confusion for a moment. He wasn't purposefully attempting to have an attitude. In fact, he was trying not to have one, being at work and all. "I'm not giving you an attitude," Dave pushed off the counter and backed up half a step. "Sorry, we don't take feedback. Don't you have date to get back to?" Tilting his head toward the person hanging around alone off to the side, staring at the pair, Dave gave Sebastian a little smirk. "Unless he ditches, waiting for you to finish harassing the owner of the local bowling alley?"

[starringblainearch]

Blaine: No, it's okay. It's not like there was a way for you to know about any of this, as I didn't tell you. I'm honestly feeling a bit embarrassed about it. Blaine: I hope you don't mean you had a similar experience? Blaine: That is absolutely okay. I'd really like that, actually. I'd love to hear about how you're doing and what you've been up to. Blaine: My treat.

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: well of course not its not like youre shouting about it and telling everyone. i still bad for making you have to bring it up Dave: i wasnt engaged no but i almost was. I sort of planned on it before he ended it suddenly Dave: im going to fight you on paying but lets get together. we should catch up and talk.

[newcharactertbd]

Carter: yeahhh I'm known to crack a few good ones haha Carter: that was on this star wars lifesaver box I got in my stocking this past christmas...and only just found because apparently I stuck it in the top of my closet and forgot it was there until I was looking for a specific tie for work. oops?

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: hah its a good one Dave: i forget about stuff like that all the time espcially when its stuff like holiday candy. Im always thinkig maybe ill save it and savor it then forget about it

[jacksonrose]

Aw, man, I would love to hike that entire trail. Can you imagine? Just backpacking and camping throughout that entire stretch? Man, that would be such a trip. It’s on my bucket list actually, to do the entire 2,200 miles. If you need help on getting supplies and all that ready for your own excursion, let me know! I’ve tried pretty much every tent and sleeping bag on the market and let me tell you, they are not all created equal. Most people think you can just grab a tent and go, but like any other tool, you gotta have the right one for the job.

[dave-karofsky]

Nooo, I know that for sure! I knew a guy in college who did a lot of that backpacking stuff. I think it'd be fun to try some hikes, even if they were day hikes. They probably would have to be. Or weekend excursions. I'll definitely hit you up on that information sometime though.

[dave-karofsky]

Nooo, I know that for sure! I knew a guy in college who did a lot of that backpacking stuff. I think it'd be fun to try some hikes, even if they were day hikes. They probably would have to be. Or weekend excursions. I'll definitely hit you up on that information sometime though.

[mercedesjonesx]

Mercedes: eh, the energy will wear itself off eventually. i might just talk your ear off until then, if that's okay. Mercedes: and you can tell me how the soft-ban has been going! anybody stick gum in ridiculous places in protest of the new rules?

[dave-karofsky]

Dave: Nah its all good i never mind talking to you Dave: Not so far no! ive noticed there isn't any under the tables on the lanes at least so thats a good start. Dave: hows the bar?