Hadrian Dismounted Quote by Micheal J. Sullivan
““Hadrian dismounted and began unloading Dancer. "How long were we on the road?" He paused to look up at the moon. "What? Five, six hours? Not a damn word. Getting chilly out, don't you think, Hadrian? The moon looks like a fingernail, ain't that right, Hadrian? The tree looks like a goddamn bear, don't it, Hadrian? Nothing. By the way, in case you haven't noticed, I was attacked by a goshawk and a pig-riding dwarf that shot eggs at me with a sling. I was knocked from my horse and wrestled with the dwarf, the hawk, and the pig for what had to be half an hour. The dwarf kept smashing eggs in my face, and the ruddy pig pinned me down, licking them off. I only got away because the dwarf ran out of eggs. Then the hawk turned into a moth that became distracted by the light of the moon." Royce shifted to his side, hood up. "Yeah, well...thank Maribor and Novron I didn't need your help THAT time.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unnamed fantasy adventure, 2023
A chaotic, surreal encounter with bizarre creatures highlights the absurdity of danger and the narrator’s resilience.
In simple terms: Strange battle with odd foes shows perseverance.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humor amid chaos.
Themes
surrealism
adventure
resilience
Mood
playful
defiant
whimsical
Type
narrative
fantasy
humorous
When to use this quote
- travel
- combat
- unexpected obstacles
- humorous storytelling
Key Concepts
mythical creatures
absurdity
survival
narrative voice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find strength in absurd situations?
- What does the moon symbolize here?
A Different Perspective
The humor may mask deeper fear or lack of seriousness.
