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| A shanachie is someone whose job is to record the deeds of heroes. A good one will know all the major combatants on both sides of a battle. |
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War's Minions
The battle raged on the field belowWatched by the Irish king.
He saw warriors he did not know
So he called to his shanachie.
That red giant, who is he
That rides that noble horse?
The man with fire on his shield;
Who does he fight for?
He is the one called War.
We have brought him this day.
But who it is he fights for
Is difficult to say.
Those riding with him, who are they?
Have we brought them as well?
They are Famine, Death and Decay.
They have come from Hell.
And the one behind them, pray tell
Who kills all in his way;
Does he also come from Hell?
That is Disease from whom none escape.
Well, what of Glory and Honor, where are they?
Those two have left the field.
Honor and Glory never stay.
Once the battle begins they yield
To Death, Disease, Famine and Decay.
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Heather C. Sluys
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hiver::
This is fabulous, as is all of your poetry. A bit heavier than usual, But i like that. It has a gorgeous message, something to really make you think a bit. Well done, yet again!
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'War's Minions':
• Created by:
Steve Doyle• Copyright: ©Steve Doyle. All rights reserved!
• Keywords: Battle, Irish, Kings, War
• Categories: Fights, Duels, Battles, Celtic
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