it's been a long while since i did the bard thing. i do NOT consider myself eligible for this contest, but i just wanted to participate for the sake of it. so, here it is. this is based on the picture of the warrior, the 2nd picture.

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The Warrior Stands Alone

the twilight comes and clouds arise
the moon to misty fields
the eve before and all fear dawn
the warrior stands alone

his blade a gift of earlier
the fallen care not so
his prayers go out to all he's loved
the warrior stands alone

the twilight red a hint of blood
no tears shall fall tonight
but on the morrow death shall come
the warrior stands alone

his face is grim and somber kept
his stance is proud and calm
his weathered brow is creased with woe
the warrior stands alone

a man is measured by his deeds
but deeds do all belie
the pain of heart the fighter knows
the warrior stands alone

the grave, or victor none can say
what dawn shall bring next day
but hope eternal paves the way
the warrior stands alone

to god or gods he makes his peace
but one is left behind
to make a life or be bereft
his wife shall stand alone.

Kraellin Celebnoli

copyright 2004