Supposedly, Julius Caesar got kidnapped by pirates before he was famous. He joked they didn't know who they caught and demanded they raise his ransom. He lived with them like pals, promised to crucify them later, and lol he actually did once he was freed. Absolute madlad.
Pft, renting a pineapple? Please, I'd just draw one and tell people it's too rare to bring to parties. Instant respect - and you save a few coins. 😏