Dragon Slaying

Sky-soaring serpents /
Deep-lurking leviathans /
Cave-dwelling creatures /
Wise, fearsome, and powerful /
Regal Gods inspiring awe /

First benevolent /
Reverence bringing favor /
Reigns prosperity /
Distant dreams of becoming /
Ascending to the heavens /

Second ravenous /
Great torturous world-serpent /
All-consuming maw /
Vile visions of damnation /
Descending into hellfire /

Third formidable /
A trial in conquering /
Worthy opponent /
Holy hopes of victory /
Returning the champion /

Slain dragons lie still /
Pooled blood anoints blade and crown /
Bringing weal and woe /
They soar, lurk, and dwell no more /
Behemoths became legends.