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- An exotic weapon, bearer of legends, revered by many; stolen by one.
- An officer in the army, sworn to do his duty despite his misgivings.
- Steel blades flying out of the night, missing their target by scant inches.
- A country bumpkin, easily taken advantage of by shrewder folk.
- A vast conquering army, darkening the plain with their numbers, and shaking the earth with their marching tread.