
| $9.99 KATANA By Java Bomani I wonder what a Samurai in 1274… digging the heels of his sandals into the beach front soil, on the shores of Hakata Bay Would say… About today’s $9.99 Katana. The Mongols are approaching… He’s ready to die on this spot if he must. He’s not a death seeker, If so, one of these dime store knock offs could provide, the sought after suicide. No, he’s guided By faith and fate. They’ll say what becomes of him. He’s trained since young… In shiny wooden halls, and under icy waterfalls, trying to blend his spirit, body and sword into one amalgamated component. The invaders are near… His firm sculpture of muscle, bone and tendon join at the palm and finger his Martial steel in its scabbard. The self-effacing Sword smith… has poured all of himself into this instrument. He meditated for months, trying to purify his mind, body and soul while crafting his signature piece. Fingers darkened By heat, stained By Carbon and Boric acid. Leaving a little of his life in the shine— for reflection. The sword sings a metallic high note when drawn… He’s ready… His focus is steady… He’s gone over the correct form and the correct mental disposition, hundreds and thousands of times. In anticipation of the day he may have to suit up, in traditional Armor, with traditional weapon and be more than a $9.99 man. www.1ancientwon.com Java Bomani |



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