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34

Allan Onik

    In the Coliseum, the Caesar sat on his throne and popped a grape into his mouth, then washed it down with some ice water. “It’s Flamma’s 34th battle, and even after four offers of freedom he continues to show his lust for blood, and his tenacity as a Syrian. Tell me, Lucius—do you think he will win?”
    “Everyone must end at some point,” the General said, “it’s only a matter of time. And Metas Lionus is his toughest opponent to date.”

    With his small sword, shield and half armored body, Flamma bowed before Caesar. The crowd roared, and the sand of the Coliseum blew in the wind beneath a fierce sun. Metas approached out the gate on a chariot drawn by 6 black horses. On his breastplate was forged a fierce lion.
    “Today is a good day to die,” Flamma thought, “with honor.”
    Six lions emerged from pits in the sand and descended on him. With his small sword he fought with grace, killing every one of them as they bit and clawed into his flesh. When the last one fell, Flamma fell to one knee and rested his sword in the sand point first. He was bloodied and battered, and blood dribbled from his mouth. Lionus descended on him with his spear and chariot. Flamma closed his eyes, lifted his face to the sun, and smiled.



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