A Game of Kings
Share A Story In A Poem Contest Entry45 total reviews
Comment from w.j.debi
You build the tension well. Now if all international difference could be settled with such grace and ease, then maybe our mighty knights wouldn't be wasted.
You are an excellent storyteller.
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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You build the tension well. Now if all international difference could be settled with such grace and ease, then maybe our mighty knights wouldn't be wasted.
You are an excellent storyteller.
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Yes, that would be awesome if the world could solve its problems this easily. Thank you for the fantastic review and generous stars, Debi. I'm glad you liked the piece.
Ron
Comment from Suzanna Ray
Dear Dragon, you not only write a poem about it, but make us want to go out and by the game too!
If only all the territorial disputes on this planet could so easily be decided, half the lawyers would be unemployed.
Now that is a wonderful though for a poem, what do you think?
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Dear Dragon, you not only write a poem about it, but make us want to go out and by the game too!
If only all the territorial disputes on this planet could so easily be decided, half the lawyers would be unemployed.
Now that is a wonderful though for a poem, what do you think?
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Lol. Yes, that's a great topic to write about. Thank you for the great review and gracious stars, Suzanna. I'm glad you liked this silly piece. Go ahead, get yourself one. They're a blast.
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Ron
Comment from Amanda Louise Davis
I absolutely loved this, but there was one line with an extra word. I would take 'is' out of 'Much thought's been is given to this choice.' It messes up the rhythm and doesn't belong grammatically.
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I absolutely loved this, but there was one line with an extra word. I would take 'is' out of 'Much thought's been is given to this choice.' It messes up the rhythm and doesn't belong grammatically.
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Thank you so much for the fantastic review and for finding the goof, Amanda. I have read this this a hundred times over and never caught that. It's fixed now. I really appreciate the generous stars and help, Amanda. Thank you again.
Ron
Comment from A. Louise Robertson
I enjoyed this poem (story) so much! I wish I had 6 stars to give you - this was delightful to read and I couldn't wait to find out what the result was going to be - very well written and fun to read!
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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I enjoyed this poem (story) so much! I wish I had 6 stars to give you - this was delightful to read and I couldn't wait to find out what the result was going to be - very well written and fun to read!
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Thank you so much for the fantastic review and the big six offer, Louise. I really appreciate you taking the time to read this lengthy piece and for the kind comments. I'm glad you liked this silliness. Have a wonderful day.
Ron
Comment from susand3022
Hi Ron! I love the creativity in this story you have written in your poem! I usually fall back on the real thing. At first, I thought you had gone for a scene from GOT or something like that... (I've never seen it)... then you pulled out the Sorry game... that was such fun! Great job, I wish I still had a 6! :)
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Hi Ron! I love the creativity in this story you have written in your poem! I usually fall back on the real thing. At first, I thought you had gone for a scene from GOT or something like that... (I've never seen it)... then you pulled out the Sorry game... that was such fun! Great job, I wish I still had a 6! :)
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Thank you for the fantastic review, Susan. I haven't watched it either but I'm taking GOT means Game of Thrones? Yes, that sort of the way I was headed with this but I just had to have them risk their kingdoms on something as ridiculous as a game of Sorry. Lol. I dearly appreciate the gracious stars and kind comments, Susan. I'm glad you liked this silly piece. Have a wonderful day.
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Ron
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This is an excellent poem, telling of a battle of kings without loss of life, or limb, merely pride, position, and lands. It has always seemed to me from various descriptions that medieval rulers were not of the highest intellect. The choice of game described here would tend to support thisconclusion.
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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This is an excellent poem, telling of a battle of kings without loss of life, or limb, merely pride, position, and lands. It has always seemed to me from various descriptions that medieval rulers were not of the highest intellect. The choice of game described here would tend to support thisconclusion.
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Lol. Yes, it would. Thank you for the great review and stars, Katherine. Yeah, I wanted them to be willing to risk their whole kingdoms over something ridiculous. So the Sorry game it was. Lol. Thank you again, K.
Ron
Comment from LyndaS
This post brought back soooo many memories for me. I remember playing Sorry! with my brother and sisters 50 years ago. I loved Dragonpoet's review when she talks about her 20+ year old kids playing this today. I have memories of my own kids playing this in their young adult years at family get-togethers. Cut throat Sorry! It got ugly. Lol
The fact that you used this game to have a kingdom forfeiture be the prize is just brilliant and hilarious. Who goes first? ...when he played scissors, I chose rock. Haha! This was so funny!
Technically your meter and rhymes are perfect. This story flows like butter with nothing forced. It's a COMPLETE story with a bonus ending. ...I give you all your Sorry King! Yep, here he is, your loser sovereign. HAHA!!
Your art is really cool and your author notes should be helpful for those unfortunate souls who have never heard of or played this addictive game.
A pure delight, Mr. Skulls. I loved this blast from the past. Well done. Lynda
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This post brought back soooo many memories for me. I remember playing Sorry! with my brother and sisters 50 years ago. I loved Dragonpoet's review when she talks about her 20+ year old kids playing this today. I have memories of my own kids playing this in their young adult years at family get-togethers. Cut throat Sorry! It got ugly. Lol
The fact that you used this game to have a kingdom forfeiture be the prize is just brilliant and hilarious. Who goes first? ...when he played scissors, I chose rock. Haha! This was so funny!
Technically your meter and rhymes are perfect. This story flows like butter with nothing forced. It's a COMPLETE story with a bonus ending. ...I give you all your Sorry King! Yep, here he is, your loser sovereign. HAHA!!
Your art is really cool and your author notes should be helpful for those unfortunate souls who have never heard of or played this addictive game.
A pure delight, Mr. Skulls. I loved this blast from the past. Well done. Lynda
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Thank you so much for the fantastic review and giant sixer, Lynda. Out of all my reviews, you're the only one that mentioned the rock, paper, scissors. To me, that was one of the funnies aspects of it all. Yes, I loved playing this game as a kid. I'm surprised at how many people haven't even heard of the game. I dearly appreciate the gracious rating, Lynda. I'm glad you liked my silly story. Thank you again.
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Ron
Comment from dragonpoet
I think this is a noble way to end fighting. No need for people to die for a king's greed. Sorry is definitely a game of war the way my family plays it.
We still do even though my youngest is 22.
Nicely created picture.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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I think this is a noble way to end fighting. No need for people to die for a king's greed. Sorry is definitely a game of war the way my family plays it.
We still do even though my youngest is 22.
Nicely created picture.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Lol. Yes, it was played like war in my family too, growing up. Thank you for the excellent review and gracious stars, Joan. Have yourself a wonderful day and keep yourself safe as well. Thank you again.
Ron
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You are most kindly welcome, Ron.
Joan
Comment from robyn corum
DS,
What a fun poem! This is indeed a story and it's a great one. Your mind must be a wondrous, and slightly scary, place. hehe
This piece was so humorous and even a bit tense. I enjoyed it bunches! I think you will do awesome in the voting! Good luck!
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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DS,
What a fun poem! This is indeed a story and it's a great one. Your mind must be a wondrous, and slightly scary, place. hehe
This piece was so humorous and even a bit tense. I enjoyed it bunches! I think you will do awesome in the voting! Good luck!
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Hey, Robyn, hello. Thank you so much for the fantastic review and the huge sixer. Yes, my mind is weird place to visit sometimes. Lol. I dearly appreciate the gracious stars and kind comments. I'm glad you liked this ridiculous write. Thank you again and I hope you have a wonderful day.
Ron
Comment from A Little Bird
Congratulations on this fantastic piece! I was gripped right to the end. Good luck with the competition! May you remain healthy and safe during these difficult times.
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Congratulations on this fantastic piece! I was gripped right to the end. Good luck with the competition! May you remain healthy and safe during these difficult times.
Comment Written 09-May-2020
reply by the author on 11-May-2020
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Thank you so much for the great review and the giant sixer, Little. I really appreciate the generous rating and good luck wishes. I'm glad you liked this silly tale. Stay healthy and safe yourself. Thank you again.
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Ron
