Lyrics
As we begin now this compendium of tales
Initiating the collection of tales.
To ponder on plunder of riches and ales
Contemplating the looting of wealth and drinks.
Think deep on the riddles set forth on these pages
Reflecting deeply on the presented riddles in the book.
Within lies the path to the treasure of ages
The path to ancient treasures lies within these pages.
“This cannot be true! You drunken fool!”
Expressing skepticism about the truthfulness of the tales.
The first mate chuckled falling from his stool
The first mate laughs, possibly indicating disbelief or amusement.
The helmsman sat silent a drum in his grip
The helmsman stays quiet, contemplating the financial challenges of the journey.
Wondering how we would finance this trip
Wondering about the financial means for the adventure.
“I know of a man the wisest is he
Referring to a knowledgeable person who can build a vessel.
He’ll craft us a vessel for a gallon or fifty”
Suggesting a skilled person for constructing the ship.
“This plan is too vast we’ll reconvene later”
Delaying the plan for further discussion.
Said the quartermaster adrift in his paper
The quartermaster is preoccupied with paperwork.
“This speaks of a dragon on an Isle long forgotten”
Reference to a dragon on a forgotten island in the tales.
“Never mind that worm I’ll chop off his bottom”
Dismissive attitude towards the dragon threat.
“Be not so hasty gunner my dear
Cautioning against rash actions, advising patience.
The plan will go justly all lend me your ears
Asserting confidence in the plan, seeking attention.
We’ll pillage the town taking all of their stores
Planning to pillage a town for funds.
To pay for the ship the sails and the oars
Intending to use the stolen goods for the ship.
Then off on adventure we plot course with gladness
Excitement for the upcoming adventure.
With drinking games to stem the madness
Using drinking games to maintain sanity during the journey.
Debating for hours which drink is the best
Debating the best drink, possibly a lighthearted discussion.
We’ll hit the deck then push forth on our quest
Preparing to embark on the quest after festivities.
To plunder the isle where the dragon now reigns
Planning to plunder the dragon's isle.
Then back to the tavern to spend all our gains
Returning to the tavern to spend the acquired gains.
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