Shield Maidens
Shield Maidens: Legends of Equality and Valor
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Have you heard the legends
Introduction to the topic of legends
About the women of war
Refers to women engaged in warfare
standing together in battle
Depicts women standing united in battle
By their brothers side
Highlights their presence alongside male counterparts
equal in rights equal in brutality
Emphasizes equality in both rights and brutality
The stories about the ladies of war
Continues the narrative about women in war
Shield Maidens
Introduction of "Shield Maidens" as a term
Legendary warriors
Describes them as legendary warriors
Equal on the battlefield
Highlights equality on the battlefield
equal in war
Underlines equality in the context of war
Shield Maidens
Reiteration of the term "Shield Maidens"
Legendary warriors
Reaffirms their legendary status
Fighting by their brothers side
Emphasizes their collaboration with male warriors
Baptized in blood
Suggests a deep involvement in violent conflict
Standing next to their brothers side
Reiterates their presence alongside male counterparts
no fear, no regret
Portrays fearlessness and absence of regret
Free to choose their own way in life
Highlights their freedom to choose their life paths
always prepared to die in the fight
Emphasizes their readiness to sacrifice in battle
Shield maidens x4
Repetition of the term "Shield Maidens"
Shield maidens
Reaffirms their identity as Shield Maidens
Ladies of war
Identifies them as "Ladies of war"
Shield maidens
Reiteration of the term "Shield Maidens"
Together they stood tall
Emphasizes their unity and strength
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