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Urist McCyrilin

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Dwarves: A tribute in verses
« on: June 03, 2009, 03:06:37 pm »

This is my very first attempt at poetry. Nontheless, this is something I felt like doing. Please do not be TOO harsh. Also, remember that English is not my first language for I hail from the Lands of BMWs and Bratwurst. Regardless moving on, this is what I call Dwarves: A tribute in verses.

In a faraway land, digging the Earth,
Live strong, bearded men of considerable girth.
They are called the Dwarves, they like ale and rum.
If you care 'bout their stories, listen, my chum.

Their names are Urist and Sibrek and such.
They are quite headstrong and hate Elves SO much.
They love digging through stone and cutting down trees.
Dwarves love to work but they are bored of peace.

Note: I'll stop here for now, as I have to go. Expect me to continue in an hour or two. Or tomorrow at the latest. I am looking forward to your feedback.

 
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Limul Thak

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Re: Dwarves: A tribute in verses
« Reply #1 on: June 03, 2009, 05:57:27 pm »

This is a nice idea. It's kind of a coincidence, because my epic poem about Dwarf Fortress is still being written (53 verses now!). :)
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Re: Dwarves: A tribute in verses
« Reply #2 on: June 03, 2009, 06:25:09 pm »

I would normally troll this because I HATE poetry, but this is actually much better than any I've heard so far. (and it rhymes)

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Re: Dwarves: A tribute in verses
« Reply #3 on: June 03, 2009, 09:09:21 pm »

Obligatory link to the last poetry thread which includes dwarf poetry in the form and meter of The Raven starting halfway down.
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Re: Dwarves: A tribute in verses
« Reply #4 on: June 04, 2009, 10:20:55 pm »

Hours finding a spot
A most worthy endeavor
Embark! Strike the Earth!


Dwarf haiku!
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bombcar

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Re: Dwarves: A tribute in verses
« Reply #5 on: June 05, 2009, 12:04:49 am »

I've translated one of the most ancient dwarven songs known:

    Gold, gold, gold, gold,
    gold, gold, gold, gold,
    gold, gold, gold, gold,
    gold, gold, gold, gold.

    Gold, gold, gold, gold,
    gold, gold, gold, gold,
    gold, gold, gold, gold,
    gold, gold, gold, gold.

I believe it goes on for another ten thousand verses, and then repeats.
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Re: Dwarves: A tribute in verses
« Reply #6 on: June 05, 2009, 01:12:50 am »

I've translated one of the most ancient dwarven songs known:

    Booze, booze, booze, booze,
    booze, booze, booze, booze,
    booze, booze, booze, booze,
    booze, booze, booze, booze.

    Booze, booze, booze, booze,
    booze, booze, booze, booze,
    booze, booze, booze, booze,
    booze, booze, booze, booze.

I believe it goes on for another ten thousand verses, and then repeats.

Fixed :)
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