Liber Martis - Chapter 57

Verses

Verse 74

I entered the arena owing three debts and left owing none.

Verse 75

The crowd wanted blood. I charged extra.

Verse 76

My shield has heard more prayers than most temples.

Verse 77

I do not fear Mars. I invoice him.

Verse 78

A lion once objected to my theology. The discussion was brief.

Verse 79

Victory tastes mostly of dust.

Verse 80

The dead opponent is a terrible audience.

Verse 81

I learned humility after defeating nine men. The tenth was educational.

Verse 82

Do not call me invincible. That tempts administrators.

Verse 83

My finest weapon is the moment the other man believes I am tired.

Verse 84

When the gate opens, philosophy becomes footwork.