By: Ellodin Posted on: December 29, 2015
I draw from words of times gone by
and pass their lessons on to you:
When strife arises, mortals grow
to overcome adversity;
in straying from the tried and true
we break through old, ingrained plateaus.
Eternal truth, never flawed,
a teaching of the Smiling God.
Though growth is naught without a goal
(the Battlelord taught me as much),
a contest won with skill and style
can serve an even greater whole.
Let future generations judge
your tale if it should be worthwhile;
Tell a story that resounds,
inspiring dreams of battlegrounds.
Despite this, mortals often nest
and relish petty victories won.
Do not neglect the natural way:
eternal struggle, little rest,
and work that's never truly done.
Stride ever forth and do not stray,
for competition lines the road
that leads to greatness's abode.