“A state or government in which old people rule” Picture this, A post-apocalyptic world, Desolated by war and disease, In which the elderly rule. Fragile, senile and accountable For all the political and economic All because the resource Of youth wasted away. This geronrocracy, Came about when Those under sixty were Sent to fight. The … Continue reading Gerontocracy – Noun
“Letter-for-letter; Literally” "You want to know why Benny?" Shaylah called behind her as she dragged yet another heavy bag through the hall, out the front door and to the boot of her silver, 1991 Honda Civic. Benny follows her out, hands not knowing what do do and words even more useless. "It's because you take … Continue reading Literatim – Adverb
“Daybreak; dawn; the time at which a cock characteristically crows” Quarter past the cockcrow. What the feck does that mean? Prill thought as she wandered pack towards the Guild Tower, doused in demons blood and Arcturus balanced close to her side. Why can't Morus jus' speak in bloody English? She assumed that cockcrow meant, as … Continue reading Cockcrow – Noun
“Of, relating to, or having the power of divination; prophetic” Ken smacked up straight into the tall blonde upon lacing his shoe, the top of his head colliding with her perfectly sculpted button nose. "Shit." Ken panicked, quickly swooping down to collect the pink folder she'd dropped to the floor upon impact. It read: Dalilah … Continue reading Mantic – Adjective
“To express great joy” I jubilate that I am alive, And that once my body Is dust and decay, That I will live on.
“A scheme or remedy for bringing about some social or political reform or improvement” Call me dramatic, Call me depressive, Call me cynical; Call me what you will, but The world is no longer free, Even though we maintain the The illusion that it is. Everyone has their Own agenda, And Everyone is pushing Their … Continue reading Nostrum – Noun
“Shaped like an arrowhead” Dallas opened the wound further and Artimus grimaced but somehow managed to stay still. "There definitely something in there, boy." Dallas prodded a gloved finger deeper into the gushing red slit on Artimus' side. The pain, nauseating, made Artimus see black spots. "What the hell were you think! Busting into a den … Continue reading Sagittate – Adjective
“Desire to do good to others; goodwill; charitable” Entering the world together Was one of the two things That, Delilah and Igraine, Had in common. Delilah was fair; Her eyes the palest Shade of lilac, Cheeks a soft pink, And a cascade of White hair trailing Down her back. Whilst Igraine, She was darker; The … Continue reading Benevolence – Noun
“Slang for money” "Oi brother," Koa called across the quad. "Lend us some mazuma." "Speak English you egg." His response hollered back. "Stop being a lemon Jon, and lend me some money for a pie" "Suck a fat one mate," Jon replies "Do I look like I has money? Not everyone's old ladies work for … Continue reading Mazuma – Noun
“Home; fireside” Kneel down, Towards my warmth. Run your fingers, Down my spine. Trace my arches And fall asleep To my lullaby. Remeber days come To pass; Morish soups and bread Made by your mammy, Stories of princesses and paupers Read by your granny, A summer hiding place From your rascally brothers, And bandaged knees … Continue reading Hearth – Noun
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