Chapter 2: Page 59
Not much to talk about this week, so I’ll let Dakkan do the talking!
Some readers may recall Dakkan and Kenosh’s argument early in Chapter 2, with Dakkan mentioning “his father’s war.” The Oran Uprising was that war, and as Dakkan explains, it was most unpleasant for all involved. The Treaty of Cenolau was in full effect at the time (signed in 2E:130), meaning Sunsgrove was compelled to send aid to assist the Canid in wiping out the Ermehn aggressors when the Oran Uprising began in 2E:235. To answer the inevitable question, yes, we have a timeline in place we’re referencing :)
I know a few of you have inquired about the specific timeline — but because there are many plot-centric reveals that rely on the timeline dates, we’d prefer to keep that sort of thing under wraps (for now).
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Meanwhile, a cowbboy was captured by the Canid…
Kenosh got captured by the Ermehn, Caldus got captured by the Canid, Clovis got captured by the Lutren, Oran got captured by the Tamian, and that’s why no-one involved wants to talk about it at all.
Meanwhile, while Quin and Dak have this discussion, Clovis is sitting in his room, quietly singing to himself . . .
“I am the very model of a modern Canid general.
I ensure that the threat of Ermehn strikes is always minimal.
I’ve met the king of Aisling and I know the fights historical
From Western Deep and Ermehn wars, in order categorical.
I’m very well acquainted, too, with matters militarial,
I know the kingdoms’ customs such as marriages and burials,
I do not fear the Ermehn, for none lives that can teach
Them to stand up to our forces or our defenses breach.
But still the call has been sent out, the duty has been placed;
We must defend our people from those vermin of the Wastes.
My army trains within Deltrada’s walls of stone and mineral.
I am the very model of a modern Canid general.
I’ve watched my soldiers train for days and I can say with pride
That we’re a match for any threat that comes from the outside.
Yet certain pups I doubt that I can tolerate much longer.
I keep them motivated with cries of “You Must Be Stronger!”
I’m somewhat of an expert at Lutren name etymology,
And I’ve studied in great detail every species’ physiology.
In shunning pesky diplomats I’m fast approaching mastery,
And given time I could weave a traditional Canid tapestry.
If someone chose a soldier, a Canid daughter or son,
They’d find I have the strength and skill to top their chosen one.
Yes, far and wide they say of me that I’m a fearsome animal.
I am the very model of a modern Canid general.
I’ve mastered classic Felis script, read works from ancient times,
And in that language wrote a poem damning Sratha’s crimes.
I’ve learned that silly Tamian code—who needs that many trees?
I’ve heard those Lutren ballads singing praises to the seas.
In politics, I’m Vulpin-like, no matter the occasion;
I use every advantage to help Aisling, our great nation.
Yes, I am highly competent. Genius, many suppose,
Regarding both the topics here and others undisclosed.
And above all I’ll lead our proud Canid ‘cross land and sea,
And see that our warriors sate their thirst for victory.
In short, I am most capable on matters militarial.
I am the very model of a modern Canid general.”
(Source Material: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major-General%27s_Song)
If only Clovis knew what he’s in for tonight, maybe he wouldn’t be so boastful . . .
You deserve a round of applause for that, seriously.
I was thinking of you when I wrote it, Saraa. I know how much you love Clovis.
If that BWD animated movie ever gets made, there should definitely be a bonus scene on the DVD of Clovis singing this. Just sayin’.
I feel so honored I was being thought of when this piece of lyrical genius was written.
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This comment thread is creating so many beautiful things. :’)
Thanks, Rachel. Glad I could brighten your day.
OH.
MY.
GOODNESS.
I take it you approve? ;)
Very VERY much so! :-D
Nifty!
Totally hummed that in Mordin Solus’ tune, about being the “very model of a scientist Salarian” from Mass Effect 2.
Suppose Clovis joined theater for a spell too?
Love the tune!
Thanks! I’m glad that you enjoyed it.
Being on topic for a minute, the Oran rebellion is a rather obvious mirror for what Hardin has planned, and now we have Dakkan’s word that the fighting lasted “over a year”.
No matter the outcome tonight, the Ermehn and Canid are probably going to be at each other’s throats for more than just one battle. Not looking good for our Sunsgrovians who are obligated to support the Canid.
Also, another mention of Caldus, but still we haven’t heard a single reference to Quin’s parents. None at all. Will we? I want to know about them even more than I want to know about Dakkan’s mother.
. . . oh well, the comic hasn’t ended yet. Plenty of space left to go into all of that.
I anticipate that Kenosh was tortured, or got taken before Oran who explained their motivation for the rebellion.
I’d go with the the latter; he probably wouldn’t sympathize the Ermehn so much if he were tortured.
Well the grumpy is asleep after all. And younger Kenosh; heeello there. Nice to see he’s still got those eyebrows! At any rate, I’m not sure what happened to Kenosh during his capture by the Ermehn, but it definitely influenced him for the rest of his life. I love the flashback panels, and I’m sure we’re going to be getting some present-time battle panels soon.
I can’t believe I forgot to comment on young Kenosh, but he looks fantastic.
I’ve always loved comparing characters in comics with their younger selves to see the resemblance, and Kenosh is no exception. I love how blatantly obvious it is that this is younger Kenosh, how similar the faces are . . .
I know that I should already know that Rachel will deliver excellent work, but I’m still shocked at how great young Kenosh looks.
C-C-Can I use that first panel as my desktop BG for the rest of my life seriously?
Wow Kenosh had some really swingin’ armor back in the day. He also had less gray hair lol.
LOVE the new panel and the Clovis Commander Chant!!!!! <- I'd love to actually see him singing that to himself. xD Good Job Fourth Master!
Getting some flashback panels, yay! Haha, it's great to see young Kenosh!
So many things I wish we could know! Really need to buy the book! Waiting for next Saturday is taking too long. xD
Thanks for reading my song! I didn’t expect it to be this popular . . .
Ever since I started reading this comic, Saturday can’t come quickly enough.