Relic

[sterling]

Title: Relic
Challenge/Prompt: Symbol
Original Fiction
Rating: G
Warnings: None

The sword had lost its lustrous shine years ago. Just how long ago was almost impossible to discern. Like its wielder, the blade looked as though it was as old as time itself: A relic of a forgotten age, when things were different, and honor meant something.

Yet, the stranger exuded confidence as he walked down the street, as if he knew that everyone watching had a healthy dose of respect for the fact that his weapon was not just a decoration. Even the thugs steered clear of him. In this neighborhood, that's not only unheard of, it's a miracle.

Comments

[ieune]

How interesting! I especially lke the last line, with the impression the setting is current time, and that the stranger may not be, although that inference may say more about me than your character. ;)

[sterling]

Hmm... I think you're onto me! ^_^ I'm glad you found it interesting.

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