As I sit here in the quiet of my chamber, surrounded by the flickering light of a single candle, my mind is consumed with thoughts of honor, duty, and sacrifice. These are weighty concepts that have guided me throughout my life as a soldier and leader.
Honor... What does it truly mean to be honorable? Is it simply a matter of following codes and conventions set forth by society? Or is there something deeper, more intrinsic within each man that dictates his sense of honor? For me, honor is not just about obeying orders or fighting bravely on the battlefield. It is about being true to oneself and one's beliefs, even in the face of adversity.
Duty... Ah yes, duty. The burden we all carry as soldiers sworn to serve our leaders and protect our people. Duty can be both a heavy chain around one's neck and a guiding light in times of darkness. As I reflect on my own sense of duty, I am reminded that it is not just about following orders blindly but about doing what must be done for the greater good.
Sacrifice... Perhaps the most difficult concept to grapple with. Sacrifice requires us to give up something precious for the sake of others or for a higher cause. Whether it be sacrificing one's own comfort or safety on behalf of comrades-in-arms or laying down one's life for king and country – sacrifice embodies selflessness in its purest form.
In times like these – when war looms on the horizon and uncertainty hangs heavy in the air – I find solace in contemplating these age-old principles that have shaped me into who I am today. As Lucius Artorius Castus, descendant from noble blood yet forged through hardship and strife; as captain leading men into battle; as son honoring his mother's memory...
I vow to uphold honor above all else, To fulfill my duties with unwavering resolve, And if need be,
To make whatever sacrifices are required For those whom I hold dear And for causes worth fighting for.
May this contemplation strengthen my spirit
And guide me through whatever trials lie ahead.
Endless nightfall may come,
But dawn always follows suit.
So too shall rise again
The unyielding flame within me -
A beacon shining bright amidst darkened skies;
Lucius Artorius Castus stands ready,
Ever steadfast against tides tumultuous....