By Jason Zapata
Within conflict’s crucible he forged an iron will
Amassed power and prowess never witnessed before
His feats in fighting dragons became storied lore
And awe-stricken souls tell tales of his exploits still (more…)
Tag: poetry
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Dragon Slayer
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The Calling
By Jason Zapata
This is the type of place where a conscience
Does more harm than good.
This is the type of place where noble beings
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Her Name Is What It Means
By Jason Zapata
Try my best to fake a smile
Feels too much like denial
This scene is all played out
And she’s waiting for me
Try my best to fake a smile
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“…Enough to be the Villain”
By Jason Zapata
The victors of this conflict determined what was true
Defeated I was forced to endure this detriment
Hear the many fallacies my enemies would construe
And be judged not by truth but popular sentiment
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Lawless Frontier Villainy
By Jason Zapata
Men dread the sight of his approach,
This force of nature riding into town.
Throats grow dry and children go silent
In the presence of this high plains predator.
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The Barrow Wights of Barrow Downs
By Jason Zapata
There exist beings devoid of the Valar’s grace.
Middle-earth’s majority avoid such fell sights,
As Barrow Downs and its Barrow Wights. (more…) -
Where Angels Fear To Tread
You can’t numb this oppressive feeling of dread
It’s evident as you walk upon the desecrated soil
Only fools gather where angels fear to tread
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Diary of A Madman 11/26/2013
As you may have noticed – the site has a new theme and layout! Nocturnal Wanderings is now displayed prominently throughout its various sections. Future projects will be featured the same way. Its exciting to have such a professional looking platform to present my work. (more…)
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An Introduction to Nocturnal Wanderings
Where did all this come from, all these words and stories? I look at the collection of poetry that is Nocturnal Wanderings and the answer definitely lies in the past. Many of these poems were inspired by my earlier experiences. The writing was raw and it would be years before it was ready to see the light of day. (more…)
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“This Devil Won’t Cry”
By Jason Zapata
I plummet from the heavens in disgrace.
In this bitter moment my shame is complete,
As my body strikes the unyielding concrete.
The powers that be have put me in my place. (more…)