The action of swirling one'
s cape in dramatic fashion right before an announced exit, but doesn'
t necessarily require the actual presence of a cape to achieve the intended effect (see awkward arm
swing but followed with an exit stage
left and dramatic music). Usually preceded by a declaration of intent, ("Come dobby, we're leaving") and followed by an evil
laugh.
Usually reserved for villains, but can also refer to would-be heroes who just want to look cool. The real utility of a cape, because let'
s face it, capes do nothing except make you look cool. Often results in the opposite effect.
Cartman from
South Park: "Screw you guys, I'm going
home..." (queue cape flourish)
"To the Bat
Cave!"
"I am Count Dracula... *cape flourish* AH AH AH"