Poetry, Writing

Siege of Bahn Barahk

Not sure which of my worlds this is from yet, but a bit of a martial piece for your enjoyment.

The songs we now are singing
We raise up to the sky
And lift with one defiance
The honor held up high.

Sword and shield stand ready
In the early light of day
And bold hearts worn and heavy
Refuse to run away.

Though dark the hour sharpens
And foe men come to sight
The vanguard of defenders
Steps into the light.

The Battle draws still others
Who desire blood and gold
Yet wave on wave the vanguard
Manages to hold.

Now the trumpet’s calling
has summoned to the fray
No weary troop now falling
New hope rides today.

The bright line of archers
Behind the gleaming rows
The elven forces falling
On all the vanguard’s foes.

When battle at last is over
The vanguard stands relieved.
Elf and dwarf, now brethren
O’er the ending of the siege.

Siege of Bahn Barahk copyright © Heather Strickler 2026 all rights reserved.

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