A Grave Miscalculation of Loyalty | Based on 28 September, @mariannewest's Freewrite Writing Prompt Day 2173 | Prompt: the last battle (la última batalla)
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Over the far horizon to the north, a black hooded figure standing almost nine feet tall raised his scepter toward the heavens. She answered with a blaze of blue, vengeful lightning bolts that poured her strength into ThunderDrake. They were one. He looked down upon them; ants in a land of titans, then descended the hill. Marching steadily toward his enemy, within moments, a massive clump of bodies resembling a thousand warriors leaped over the mounds. Armed with only spears, lanced with deadly poison, they followed ThunderDrake closely.
The blazing midday sun shone relentlessly on their bare chests as bloodshot eyes dripped venom onto the bronze chiseled frames.
Captain Rooker's hands trembled as his field glasses brought the enemy into focus. The vast array of bodies from one end to the other formed one unbreakable adversary. White warpaint covered their round, dark faces as each blended into a cohesive band, ready to wield their strength behind ThunderDrake with one objective; pierce the enemy's hearts. Although barefooted, every step brought with it a thunderous clap that separated the ground.
The Captain's heart sank. At that moment, his resolve weakened. Tactical knowledge of the enemy's readiness had fallen short. What price does honor and loyalty cost? he questioned, analyzing the descriptive battle positions from his superior in that vague dispatch.
Betrayal knocked him backward.
Captain Rooker stumbled, then rose. I have no right to display weakness. Ridding our land of tyrants is the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. My soldiers weighed the risks. Still, the morning dawned with those brave men at my side ready to give their lives to the mission, he lamented.
They waited. With make-shift bayonets at their sides, each man locked arms that stretched the length of their small unit. What is done can't be undone, he reckoned.
His thoughts wandered to the lone soldier he commissioned to remain behind on top of the cliff. Two scenarios he left in his charge.
Several more minutes passed. He hoped, but had yet to hear the soldier's trumpet calling more troops to their aid.
ThunderDrake's breath roared in his ear.
Captain Rooker did not look back.
For my theme, I was inspired by and utilized the @daily.prompt's publishing of 28 September @mariannewest's Freewrite Writing Prompt Day 2173: the last battle.
! [Spanish Translation]
Source...Un grave error de cálculo de la lealtad
Sobre el lejano horizonte del norte, una figura negra encapuchada de casi nueve pies de altura alzó su cetro hacia los cielos. Respondió con una llamarada de rayos azules y vengativos que vertieron su fuerza en ThunderDrake. Eran uno. Los miró desde arriba; hormigas en una tierra de titanes, y luego descendió por la colina. Marchando con paso firme hacia su enemigo, en unos instantes, un enorme grupo de cuerpos que parecían mil guerreros saltó por encima de los montículos. Armados únicamente con lanzas cargadas de veneno mortal, siguieron de cerca a Traidor del Trueno.
El ardiente sol del mediodía brillaba implacable sobre sus pechos desnudos mientras los ojos inyectados en sangre goteaban veneno sobre los marcos cincelados en bronce.
Las manos del capitán Rooker temblaban mientras sus gafas de campo enfocaban al enemigo. El vasto conjunto de cuerpos de un extremo a otro formaba un adversario inquebrantable. La pintura de guerra blanca cubría sus rostros redondos y oscuros mientras cada uno de ellos se fundía en una banda cohesionada, lista para blandir su fuerza detrás de ThunderDrake con un único objetivo: atravesar los corazones del enemigo. Aunque descalzos, cada paso traía consigo un estruendoso aplauso que separaba el suelo.
El corazón del Capitán se hundió. En ese momento, su determinación flaqueó. El conocimiento táctico de la preparación del enemigo se había quedado corto. ¿Qué precio tienen el honor y la lealtad? se preguntó, analizando las descriptivas posiciones de batalla de su superior en aquel vago despacho.
La traición le hizo retroceder.
El Capitán Rooker tropezó, luego se levantó. No tengo derecho a mostrar debilidad. Librar a nuestra tierra de tiranos es el último sacrificio por la libertad. Mis soldados sopesaron los riesgos. Aun así, la mañana amaneció con aquellos valientes hombres a mi lado dispuestos a dar su vida por la misión, se lamentó.
Esperaron. Con bayonetas improvisadas a sus costados, cada hombre trabó los brazos que se extendían a lo largo de su pequeña unidad. Lo que está hecho no se puede deshacer, pensó.
Sus pensamientos se dirigieron al soldado solitario al que había ordenado quedarse en lo alto del acantilado. Dos escenarios que dejó a su cargo.
Pasaron varios minutos más. Esperaba, pero aún no había oído la trompeta del soldado llamando a más tropas en su ayuda.
El aliento de ThunderDrake rugió en su oído.
El Capitán Rooker no miró atrás.
Para mi tema, me inspiré y utilicé la publicación de @daily.prompt de 28 September @mariannewest's Freewrite Writing Prompt Day 2173: the last battle.
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A brave soldier is one who fights in the same way and continues to fight for his family members for the sake of his country without caring for his own life. Great story.
Yes, Captain Rooker was a brave soldier and was willing to fight for his country and idea of freedom. He faced a formidable enemy, one which he would not be able to defeat with help. But I don't think help came as he was betrayed.
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I think so too. Not many would stand up to formidable foe. Thanks so much for your visit. I appreciate it. Take care.
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