To the slayer bold, with courage, no fear,
And sword aflame, honed with armor anew;
To the bard who’s words fall soothing on ear;
Magnificent stories of much ado.
We seek you out, noblemen of the realm.
Recount your tales; it need not be the truth.
Bravery is you, commandeer the helm.
Sing us your ballads of a misspent youth.
Reveal your dragons, your battles with fire;
Your nobles, pageantry and tales of woe.
Legends and sagas, we truly desire;
The thrilling pursuit, the call: tallyho!
For all of England doth truly revere
Saint George, the Dragon and William Shakespeare.
 | This post is a response to the 100 Word Challenge posted on Julia's Place. Each week, there is a new "theme" and challenge to write a 100 word piece. Click the graphic to check out the site. |
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This is well written- I love the little "drop ins" of the Bard's words. Enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteAnna, thanks for your comment. Glad you liked it.
DeleteHarks back to chivalry and honour! Guess you were born 500 years too late. Love it!
ReplyDeleteVentahl, thanks for your kind words. Don't know if I could have survived 500 years ago, but I do love to attempt the language.
DeleteI believe Shakespeare lives! This is wonderfully Shakespearian.
ReplyDeleteLisa, Thank you so much. I am humbled.
DeleteA truly majestic sonnet. Very well done.
ReplyDeleteSandra, thank you your majesty!
DeleteNow this *points* is a classic. The bard personified in rhyme and I love the way you weave George and the Dragon in as well. Very nicely done.
ReplyDeleteDear bod, thanks for your kind words.SHall we have some tea?
DeleteOh this is such a great piece. I too love the Shakespearean words that fit so well. It is a truly rounded piece and so right for the prompt. Many. many thanks for joining this week when I know it was a bit tricky!
ReplyDeleteJulia,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your kind words. Coming from you, this means a lot to this Yank!