Warrior's Canticle

I am the sharp edge of the blade

the crushing head of the mace

the swift shaft of the arrow

and the hand who wields them

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I am the armor that protects the flesh

the shield that deflects attack

the wall which repels the enemy

and the empire who builds them

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I am the cacophony of clashing worlds

the thunder of hooves and boots

the trumpet of exalted victory

and the voice which commands them

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I am the blood upon the field of battle

the dying breath of my opponent

the fear in the heart of many

and the rage which inspires them

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I am the pain at the horror of war

the tear in the eye of the vanquished

the despair at the fall of nations

and the soul who answers for them

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I am the doom of those who oppose me

the bitter-sweet taste of vengeance

the cold right hand of justice

and the arbiter who meters them

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I am the era of peace that might brings

the restful sleep of the clan

the children safely at play

and that which most frightens them

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I am the righteous heart of conviction

the honor of duty and service

the cage that constrains the beast

and the strength to uphold them

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I am the living reminder of an age past

the weapon resting on the mantle

the knight without cause or liege

and the hope which will renew them

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I am the Warrior, both king and soldier

the embodiment of the martial spirit

the stabilizing law amid chaos

and the foundation of the world

~Gryphon M