Cast not ye aspersions
upon these sacred tomes
of gladness and woe ~
Scribes have bled mightily
upon this parchment,
seeking infinite Wisdom
at the gates of gathering Souls...
Enter not these hallowed halls
with malice in your Heart ~
ye will be set upon
by the dragons of Hell,
designated for protection,
for this blessed temple
will not withstand
an undercutting of its foundation...
Walk softly with solemnity
apparent in your demeanor ~
there are Truths being revealed here
that will unveil falsehoods and cruelty
for the evil
that they bring...
This Tribe is strong in its mission
to save humanity
from its foolish foibles,
wise in its determination
to root out the painted lies
that would tear this fabric
asunder ~
we stand shoulder to shoulder,
swords and pens at the ready,
prepared to do battle
for Justice...
~ January 8, 2006
5:20 p.m.
Author notes
I've been writing since I was 14; I'm 48 now...I have always loved poetry...Since joining AP in June 2004, I've written over 2,300 poems...totalling nearly 10,000 since 1973; half were destroyed by Hurricane Andrew...originals & typed copies alike...Sighhh...Obviously, not all are or were really good ones; they are, however, lessons in writing & efforts to expand my poetic horizons...I have greatly improved my own writing by reading some of AP's amazingly talented writers...
Written January 8th, 2006
This poem, & all of the other poems I've written, have literally saved my life, numerous times. Writing helps me deal with every aspect of my life, but especially grief. I lost 15 people in 12 years from my immediate circle, not counting friends & acquaintances. If I hadn't had my writing to help me cope, I may not even have still been here. I joined AP in June 2004; 6 months after I lost the man I'd lived with for 14 years & 3 months after I'd lost my oldest sister. It saved my sanity, as well as my life. I've been more inspired than I've ever been before, largely because of the compassionate people I've met & the incredible talent I've been exposed to.
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Comments
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AMEN SISTER, AMEN!!!!!!! We have to stand together or nothing is ever going to change in this sorry, old floating world.
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I am glad to have found you. The history you shared explains the power behind your work. Those who have suffered greatly often have great things to contribute. Thank you.
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Phenominal fantasizing of oh so real facts, I love the picture! Even this mediocre poet is ready to take up his pen and join the ranks of these fabulous scribes! Such an inspiration you are, dear scribe...
"This Tribe is strong in its mission
to save humanity
from its foolish foibles,"
God Speed, Scribe!{I mean M'Lady Wanda
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You amaze me{constantly}.
your Friend in Arms, ~ Sir Nicholas
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beautifully rendered
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This is quite an effort...
I like this a lot so bold and daring; dragons and legendary language and images... and it clearly was a step on the road to the writer you have become...PK
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good write and good luck
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REQUEST
I REQUEST AN APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP TO YOUR BAND OF WARRIORS FOR ITS A NOBLE GROUP FOR SURE AND WOULD BE HONORED TO BE CONSIDERED.
INCREDIBLE WRITE.
I AM TRULY IN LOVE WITH YOUR WORDS.
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Strong Truth
I love your poetry, and this poem stands strong with truth. I come to give thanks to your mighty pen. I wonder if the "sword" is your sharpened thoughts of right as being might? If we all can find our own rights reading from your page, perhaps the sword can become a plowing force within all minds that read write and learn? Thank you for being youself in all the deepth and glory, your shining light warms
my heart and mind; I sit in deep shadows. Annie
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Done. Thank you for letting me know & for hosting a great contest. I'm pleased you enjoyed it. Be well, Poet. Wanda
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Nice!
This is a great write you have here...
Nicely done!
Oooh and I like your background... it's all shimmery....
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WOW!! WOW!!! WOW!!!
this is awesomely done. wow!!! that is really about all i can say. i am sorry that your writings were destroyed. i had a similar experience fifteen years ago, oil spill, and i know it broke my heart. i did not write for quite a while after that. thank you for continuing to share your heart with us. hope
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Right here, waiting not so patiently, Poet...You've taught me quite a lot, too, Mark...We shall learn together, Sweetie...
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I love this one! Absolutely love it. You teach me so much about words and poetry and love and truth. How did I find you? where has your poetry been all my life? Where have you been?
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Don't panic, Poet...& don'tcha dare leave. 
This was written about a situation where someone was spreading falsehoods about someone else; they deleted all of their poems & left. It took forever to coax 'em to come back. I hate losing Friends over stupid shit. 
Sooo...I kicked the librarian to the curb & brought out the pitbull within. 
I can be a real beasty when provoked, I s'pose.
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Whoa, intimidating. Should I leave? Because I lie to tell the truth. Does that count as solemnity? This is deep. Swords and tongues at the ready indeed. Do you really see poetry in this way? I would really love it if you would tell me all about these "painted lies". Good show, girl. Sorry about Hurricane Andrew. I was living on the gulf coast at the time and we left our house, but Andrew never hit us. What a shame.(about your poetry)
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What a lovely thing to say, Poet. Thank you for your gracious words. I'm pleased you enjoy my work. I appreciate your kindness & your time. Be well, Poet. & keep writing. Wanda
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Speechless
This piece was hard to read for I'm not use to reading old english. Nice job with using and writing in that langauage.
This is probably my favorite part of the whole poem:
Enter not these hallowed halls
with malice in your Heart ~
ye will be set upon
by the dragons of Hell,
designated for protection,
for this blessed temple
will not withstand
an undercutting of its foundation...
Last but not least. I love ya for I have started writinga year ago and am learning. I'm 18 now and I have plans to someday publish my writings. You are someone I look up to now and know that no matter what, keep writing. Thank you for inspiring me!!!! -
Thanks, Dave. I'm sure glad ya think so, Sir.
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Superb
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Thank you for hosting & for your gracious words, channelangel. I'm pleased you enjoyed my work. I normally don't write in this style, either; it just seemed appropriate. I appreciate your kindness & your time. Be well, Poet. Wanda
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Beautiful picture (me likes dragons!)
As for the poem, I don't normally read poems that are written in this "old english" style. I have enough trouble trying to read poems in normal english
I liked your following lines
we stand shoulder to shoulder,
swords and pens at the ready,
prepared to do battle
for Justice...
I also appreciated the comment you left with the poem. I am sorry to hear about you losing all those poems, but as you said, they were lessons in writing.
I thank you for this entry into my contest and I shall be back soon for judging
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Thank you for reading & for your time. I'm glad you enjoyed it, solarman. Thank you for your comment. Be well, Poet. Wanda
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Pwerful!!! What more is there to say.
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Thank you for hosting & for your kind comments, Billig Billie...I'm pleased you enjoyed it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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This was very beautiful, with great imagry and depth. Stunning images of a forgotten, non-exsistant land of grace and nobilty. Very well written!
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You say the nicest things, Scribe... Wanda
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exceptional
Night Hope, this is so heartening and spoken like a true and pure warrior poet with a dove radiating in the solar plexus.
David -
Actually, Ryan, "tomes" is an older, perhaps archaic, word for books...large, old books...I'm pleased you liked it, Scribe...Please feel free to save & use the picture, if you'd like...My Friend James, Theater Of Dreams, let me borrow it...my Friends & I believe in sharing the wealth...& you fit right in with that concept, obviously... Wanda
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Oh wow, this is so captivating. I adore the dragon castle. The words within the very walls echo a serenity dripping from the canvas of the mounted faces along the corridors. If they could smile i'm sure they would be astounded as I am captivated.
One thing though I noticed at the beginning. "Upon these sacred tomes", perhaps you meant "Tombs" ? Other then that I loved it along with the old age wording.
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Thank you, truthwriter...I'm glad you enjoyed it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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this is just great !woaw ! its so wonderful ! i loved this ! thanks for the entry ! best wishes in the contest !
your fan,
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I didn't realize you had...then I thought, oh, because it was in Andy's contest...then I saw your previous comment & my reply... Ahhh, sensory overload is a wondrous thing, Prodigious One... I'm glad ya liked it...both times... Be well, Poet... Wanda
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lol, i knew i saw this poem before, lol oh carp and like before it is a great poem, this is my first contest and i already got som killer poets, keep it flowing
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Thank you, Renee...I'm glad you enjoyed it, my Friend...We've both been at it awhile, Lady...I also began writing at 14; I'll be 48 in September...I'm more inspired now than I've ever been...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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My Dear Wanda,
I love it when any poetic verses include the word "tome", especially in reference to why they write. I too have a few thousand poems I have written. I have also called myself a poet since age 14, and I am now 51. Your use of the King's English is admirable. I have dabbled in the use of this syntax but failed miserably. LOL
There is such a wonderful ring to these words. It is as if they echo in he halls of my heart and rest in the chamber that controls the love of love of words. Amazingly beautiful and so true for the poett. I love this musing!
Thank you so much for the time spent to enter my challenge. I wish you all the best!
All My LOVE,
Renee 
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Thank you for your kind words & for hosting a great contest, Josephine...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Thank You for Your beautiful entry in My contest, Good Luck Josephine
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Indeed, I see that...Thank you, Amethest...I'm glad you enjoyed it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Merry meet,
See here I am back and with applause
Amythest -
Thanks for a great comment, Amethest...I'm glad you enjoyed it...I took a class on Chaucer years ago; guess some of it was retained... Be well, Poet... Wanda
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excellent, awsome, ect.
Merry meet,
I hae to say that I adore this poem (I have it bookmarked to send to someone). I read it before your pic finished downloading ( a thing of mine-if it has to rely on the pic, well then...) and it was wonderful and then to add the pic on top of that, well words escape me. I am soooooo jealous of your command of Old English. (Rather embaressing for a Midevial Historian don't ya think?) If I had applause left for today I'd give it. I'll come back tomorrow and do so (note to self)
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Thank you, Sigrun...I'm glad you liked it so much...Thanks for hosting a grand contest...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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brilliant!
I LOVE THIS POEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes yes yes yes yes. I love your usage of the olde language and the message this poem gets across. And the picture of the dragon flying over the castle was just too cool. I am wowed by this poem, it totally rocks my socks. Thank you for entering my contest with such amazing work..... Sig
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Ohhh, my...Hmmm... Can there be jousting, too??? Thank you, Mike...I'm glad you liked it, my Friend...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Thank you, Dan...I'm glad you enjoyed it, my Friend...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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The inclusion of antique expression adds a special and highly appropriate dignity to the piece ... one can imagine the poem being broadcast after a fanfare of trumpets. Great write.
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Very imaginative piece to go with the pic.
As I glanced at some comments,
I understand there is background here...
A pleasure to read.
Thank you.
Dan
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Thanks for your kind words, Ken...I'm glad you enjoyed it...After reading your knight's tale, I knew you'd 'get it'...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Excellent
Hi Wanda, this was truly beautiful and the wording was excellent, greatly penned and an enjoyable read. Loved the flow of it and the choice of colors and background it enhances your story. I also liked your authors comments interesting as we all start somewhere and we all learn from our mistakes...guess in general it is what makes us whom we are today Have a beautiful day, Ken IBT
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Thank you, Piquiqua...I'm glad you liked it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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I love how you write in olde english here. Very appropriate. A skilled piece. I am thoroughly impressed. I especially liked the implied subtlety of these lines:
Walk softly with solemnity
apparent in your demeanor ~
Thank you for this lovely piece.
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Thank you, Dear Heart...It seems you know precisely what I mean, my Friend...Thanks for welcoming me to the 'battle', Lady...I know you've been on the front for longer than I...I appreciate ya, Joy... Wanda
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crystaldust 18-02-06 22:01
My goodness, I like you in warrior mood, Wanda. This is a splendid poem full of courage and the glory of endeavour and sometimes success. I love this. Well done, Lady. Applause attached. Blessings and love, Joy
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Ahhh, Scribe...your words are all the scabbard you'll need, my Friend...Mighty pennings pour from your pen... Wanda
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i have a little penknife, but enough of my problems lol aye swords and pens ready, let the ink stain the corridors where justice walks proud.
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Thank you, X Davey X F 10 X...I'm glad you liked it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Thank you for your kind words, Maggie...I'm glad you liked it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Thank you for your amazing words, tearwisher... I'm glad you liked it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Thank you for your kind words, Bonnie...I'm glad you liked it, my Friend...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Thank you, Xxx4gottenxsoulxxX...I've written around 2,000 in the past year & a half, tryin' to make up for it...& I'm sorry you're feelin' down...that's the best time to pick up your pen, though...work through whatever's botherin' ya...I've been doin' it for 33 years; my china is intact & I have no holes in my walls...Here's a link that might help ya break through...Be well, Poet... Wanda
www.duirwaighgallery.com/inspiration_trailer.htm
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im sorry that ur poems were destroyed. i would have been hurt so badly if that would have happened to me. in a way i feel like i am able to relate to ur poem. my war has been through words. good luck in the contest. i feel too dead n numb to write.
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wow that was an amazing poem!! great JOB!! ^_^ claps all around!
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Oh yay . . . yay . . . yay!!!! I was realli hoping that you would enter this . .. and now you have! You deserve it . . .you are magnificent!!! Good luck!
Maggie -
wow can you say amazing this was amazing your poetry is amazing i love it and did i mention the word amazing comes to mind
ttyl
tearwisher -
Magnificent
Wow, Wanda! This poem is mesmerizing. There are so few poets, at least here at A/P, that I feel truly master the free-form: you are one of them, because when I read I don't even realize it doesn't rhyme. This piece is magnificent, so there's no need to wish you well in the contest.
Love and hugs, B♥nnieQ
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Thanks, O Perturbed Prodigious One...I'm glad you enjoyed it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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Thanks, Tyler...I kinda thought ya might... Be well, Poet... Wanda
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okay, i love this type of poem and i love the message it has, this is a golden poem in my eyes, so keep it flowing
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Wonderful
Lol yep you were right i do like it i liked the picture also but the poem was wonderful im glad you had me check this one out. -
I've written quite a few poems about the Art & Craft of writing poetry; I offer encouragement when & where I can...There is considerable Talent among us in these hallowed halls of learning...They embraced me from the beginning & I, in turn, have embraced new writers ever since...This World needs all the Poets it can hold...Thanks for hosting, Andy...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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I would like to the think that all I wrote was worthy, but some intentionally or otherwise is not. This seems like a pep talk to the knights of the quill. I hope that I can aspire to the challenge of its call. I like it. Thanks for entering.
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Thanks, Kira...I'm glad you enjoyed it...Be well, Poet... Wanda
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i like this one too!
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Great pep talk, Wanda! Charge! lol I usually take about four days off after dealing with the absolutely worse elements on this site!
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exceptionally well written
Very dramatic write Night Hope. They should be forewarned if you are coming toward them with your pen. I do think the pen is mightier than the sword. Best of luck in the contest.
etherealforu
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lol..you're author's comment is making me laugh....it's like the Poet's manifesto lol. Makes me grin. I like the style you chose to write it in, but am having a hell of a time explaining why lol. (thinking) Gives a sort of sense of pomp...occasion, but in a delightfully mocking way. In other words, it's a declararion that's not taking it's self too seriously. Clever. Nice write!
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You first, Scribe... Sweet Pea
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You're comparision between the sword and the pen is taken to new heights in this masterpiece. The use of old English, was crafted perfectly throughout the piece. If you're describing the on-going struggle against plagarism, you've done well. If not, I'm sorry, I'm way off on the meaning to this poem. Either way, this is a beautiful piece of work.
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It is like interpreting dreams; youré upset about the plagarism issue. I am so proud of you- on a mission, exuding strength and purpose and sensing the power of your conections. And making a huge difference.
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Fantastic poem. Standing shoulder to shoulder with our pens. I like those lines and how the war of words far outweighs physical war. Words can harm more than a good beating. LOL You have done an excellent description of poets and there willingness to write about anything that affects their emotions. I admire your poem and salute your words to the utmost.
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Oh, Night Hope, this is so beautiful. Such a grand imagination and such a talent to transfer it onto paper. You are indeed a wonder. This is great. Best of wishes in the contest. Shancy.
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Dang, Sweet-Pea, I want to see you in your superhero outfit.
What wonderful images this conjures. Bards, back to back, with quills morphed into swords. Your fantastic and elegant arsonal
is on perfect display here. If I got to enter this contest myself I would come in last. Thank you for your contrubution
to this clinic.
Peace, Rob -
My sword is always ready. But then you know that. I was banned from this site for using this sword. LOL I come prepared to fight the good fight. Sacred are these words. I feel the passion in each stanza. An exquisite writ my sister. The best to you in this challenge.
Much Love,
Renee
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Wow. The imagery was as vivid as always in your work. This is really good. I love the meaning and expecially this part:
"we stand shoulder to shoulder,
swords and pens at the ready,
prepared to do battle
for Justice..."
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Well hell Wander. I got my pen ready too Wonderful penning. We, as poets have no choice but to tell the truth because that is what is inside us, begging and pleading to be expelled. A wonderful piece you have here. Sword and Pen ready for battle ma'am
~Lyrical
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