031: When the Last Day Comes
There was a series of comic books I absolutely adored as a child, and still appreciate. Those who know me will not be surprised when I say it was all about elves. My father collected the series when it came out, and I accidentally came across them in the house when I was seven or eight years old. At the time I loved them for the art, and I found that one white-haired star-gazer especially funny.
I reread the comics a couple of years ago, and while I still think it is a good story with good art, one scene in particular stood out to me. The protagonists—some woodland elves and their wolf-companions—have found refuge with a tribe of mountain elves in a hostile wintery environment. Most of the woodland elves have just survived a clash with some trolls, and war is imminent. Knowing that they might not survive, the mountain elves spend the night celebrating, and the woodland elves are baffled. But, rather than grieve for the dead and sit in grim silence to await the dawn, they join in the celebrations and dance around the fireplace, eat, drink, and lounge in the furs. Outside, the wind howls. They must appreciate life while they still can. Celebrate, for you never know when your last day comes.
It is a rather pleasant message to take away from the grimness, is it not?
Written by: Katrine H.
I reread the comics a couple of years ago, and while I still think it is a good story with good art, one scene in particular stood out to me. The protagonists—some woodland elves and their wolf-companions—have found refuge with a tribe of mountain elves in a hostile wintery environment. Most of the woodland elves have just survived a clash with some trolls, and war is imminent. Knowing that they might not survive, the mountain elves spend the night celebrating, and the woodland elves are baffled. But, rather than grieve for the dead and sit in grim silence to await the dawn, they join in the celebrations and dance around the fireplace, eat, drink, and lounge in the furs. Outside, the wind howls. They must appreciate life while they still can. Celebrate, for you never know when your last day comes.
It is a rather pleasant message to take away from the grimness, is it not?
Written by: Katrine H.
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