The Chosen Path

This poem was first published in the April, 2000 issue of Fantasy, Folklore & Fairytales. It is protected by copyright.

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Conjuration, transformation,
Even prestidigitation;
Incantation, necromancy,
Mystic brews, illusion.

Alchemy, philosophy,
Elemental energy;
Mind control, telepathy,
Stark invisibility.

Cast a spell, spawn of hell
Coming from a wishing well;
Pentagram, do or die,
Teleport, transmogrify.

Lucky charm, magic wand,
Alternate dimension bond;
Power runes, gnarled staff,
Lode stone, two-headed calf.

Analyze demon eyes,
Wear a magical disguise;
Crystal ball, magic ring,
Flying on a dragon's wing.

Build a wall, never fall,
Was it really worth it all?
Soul is black, can't go back,
Starting to slip through the crack.

Lonely days, in a haze,
Feels like I am in a maze;
Danger zone, dry as bone,
Guess I'm going to die alone.