Author's note: I do not own Redwall or Martin the Warrior. Both belong to the wonderful Brian Jacques. This poem is based upon the last moments in Martin's life as he speaks with his elders, his friends, and the Abbey. It foreshadows what will come, and reveals what has happened in the past. I hope you enjoy.
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Here I Shall Remain
From Martin's View
The chilling breeze of the winter season
How ironic that my life fades now
Not in the warm embrace of the summer
When my red rose blooms anew
I've fought the good fight against countless foes
My blade forever swung strong and true
But now it rests away from my brethren
And bade me take my rest
These crimson bricks that I've walked upon
Are my home and forever it shall be
I am the guardian that brought it to peace
And here, I shall remain
The lives of the wicked that I long ago slew
Are but the first that shall plague these walls
Blood runs free and the swords shall clash
But here, my soul shall guide you
Many shall fall in the coming days of war
Many warriors shall wield my blade
And I shall forever guide their actions
Lest, my home falls to ruin
Read the words written I Am That Is
Let your son be the next in line
Your heritage continues with he that bares my name
And hence, the others shall come
Fear not my brethren who watch as I fade
With you, I shall always remain
In the chill of the winter, in the warmth of the spring
My spirit shall walk among you
See how the light flickers as I rest in this room
My home, your home, the glory of our lives
Rest above my grave dear Abbey
And let me bring you peace
Let the Rose that once brought me love and joy
Forever bloom and greet the season
Her spirit shall rest beside my own
And we shall guard these walls
The road ahead shall be long and arduous
But with the sword, the warriors, and code
Our Abbey will prosper and others shall come
To always carry on our name
And so my friends, my elders, dear abbey
I leave you naught but my flesh and clay
My spirit joins in the forest of my family
Yet here, I still remain
