While he slept, two woman came by and saw him lying there. One of them was overcome with curiosity and decided to see what was worn under a kilt. She lifted his kilt and saw that he wore nothing at all.
Her friend said "we should thank him for solving that question". So she took a blue ribbon from her hair and tied it around his endowment.
A while later the Scotsman awoke and staggered into the bushes to answer natures call. Lifting his kilt he was puzzled by the ribbon. After staring a moment he said
"I don't know where you've been laddie, and I don't know what you've done, but I see you got first prize!"
Joke Poo: The Dog Show Disaster
A pompous French poodle, Pierre, was strutting backstage at the prestigious Westminster Dog Show, having just been groomed to an inch of his fluffy life. He decided to take a quick nap before his big performance.
While he snoozed, two mischievous golden retrievers wandered by. One of them, known for her curiosity, whispered, “I’ve always wondered what they do to get his fur so poofy!” She carefully lifted Pierre’s expertly styled, fluffy tail and discovered he’d had a rather…extensive…blow-dry job.
Her friend giggled, “We should reward him for all that effort!” So, she grabbed a sparkly pink rosette, typically awarded to “Best in Show,” and carefully pinned it right above Pierre’s… well, his doggy bum.
A few minutes later, Pierre awoke and sashayed onto the stage, ready to wow the judges. He felt a slight tickle on his rear end and, with a dramatic flourish, swished his tail. Catching sight of the rosette, he puffed out his chest and announced to the startled crowd, “I don’t know what you’ve been doing back there, mon ami, but I see you’ve already won Best in…END!”
Alright, let’s break down this joke and see what comedic gold we can extract.
Joke Analysis:
- Core Elements:
- Scotsman in a Kilt: Immediately establishes the setting and cultural context (Scottish stereotypes).
- Drunkenness: Explains the Scotsman’s vulnerability and unconscious state.
- Curiosity about Under-Kilt Attire: The central mystery and source of humor.
- Unexpected Ribbon: The comedic payoff and misinterpretation.
- Misunderstanding/Innuendo: The humor stems from the Scotsman’s cluelessness and the suggestive interpretation of the ribbon.
- Type of Humor:
- Stereotypical: Leans on common perceptions of Scotsmen (whisky, kilts).
- Implied/Innuendo: Relies on the listener understanding the anatomical implication.
- Situational Irony: The Scotsman is rewarded for something he didn’t do or intend.
Comedic Enrichment & New Humor:
Let’s leverage the elements to create a new twist. I will focus on a “Did you Know?” approach with an amusingly sarcastic punchline.
Did You Know?
The tradition of going “commando” under a kilt, while often perceived as strictly adhering to ancient tradition, is actually a fairly modern… ahem… addition. Queen Victoria’s reign (1837-1901) played a part in influencing contemporary views on male modesty. Highland regiments, which served the British Crown with exceptional valor, were nonetheless also subjected to the mores of the time. However, the true appeal of the practice has less to do with history, and more to do with the fact that on a hot Scottish summer’s day, well, let’s just say air conditioning can be a wee bit limited…
So, the next time you see a kilted Scotsman, remember: he’s not just embracing history, he’s probably trying to stay comfortable. Although if he DOES have a first-prize ribbon… run!