Shadows Quote by Robert E. Howard
““Under the caverned pyramids great Set coils asleep; Among the shadows of the tombs his dusky people creep. I speak the Word from the hidden gulfs that never knew the sun Send me a servant for my hate, oh scaled and shining One!””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Black Stone” (1931)
A dark, mythic chant summons a powerful, vengeful entity from hidden depths.
In simple terms: A hidden force is called upon for revenge.
Beware invoking forces you cannot control.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- fantasy literature
- rituals
- evil antagonists
- psychological horror
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the desire for vengeance?
- Can power be harnessed responsibly?
The chant may unleash unintended consequences.