Those Warriors who Find Themselves in Moments of PeaceFantasy equal: Warrior
As a soldier of a great army, not all of the time was spent traveling, training and fighting. Some 
days were spent resting in camp, converging with allies, raiding defenseless villages or waiting on the enemy or your next tactical move.
Not being on patrolling duty and with the knowing there is no immediate threat, I wonder what warriors at ease would do in their spare time. Some would tend to the horses and livestock, not out of duty perhaps, but for the love of animals. Some would seek adventure in whatever terrain they find themselves; go hunting, or foraging or hiking or if lucky go swimming. Many would play games. Try their luck at dice or even take part in some competitive sport, like running, archery or javelin throwing. Most however, would probably sleep and rest their weary bodies.
One thing I am sure of is they would not wear heavy pieces of armour if they had no need to. This makes me think; in a camp of all male soldiers, to what degree was nudity tolerated amongst these men, especially in ancient times, when we know man was a tad more uncivilized than what we are today?
It is a fantasy of mine to be taken back in time and visit all the great ancient empires in their times of glory. To explore their ancient cities would be a dream come true. I would pay my
respects at the local temple, marvel at their majestic wonders, visit their bustling agora, take a dip at the local baths and experience life of a soldier at their training grounds. I believe men of ancient times pranced around sky-clad often, especially in each others’ company. This is the theme for this collection; a representation of bare warriors enjoying a time of peace and respite and not having a care in the world.
days were spent resting in camp, converging with allies, raiding defenseless villages or waiting on the enemy or your next tactical move.Not being on patrolling duty and with the knowing there is no immediate threat, I wonder what warriors at ease would do in their spare time. Some would tend to the horses and livestock, not out of duty perhaps, but for the love of animals. Some would seek adventure in whatever terrain they find themselves; go hunting, or foraging or hiking or if lucky go swimming. Many would play games. Try their luck at dice or even take part in some competitive sport, like running, archery or javelin throwing. Most however, would probably sleep and rest their weary bodies.
One thing I am sure of is they would not wear heavy pieces of armour if they had no need to. This makes me think; in a camp of all male soldiers, to what degree was nudity tolerated amongst these men, especially in ancient times, when we know man was a tad more uncivilized than what we are today?
It is a fantasy of mine to be taken back in time and visit all the great ancient empires in their times of glory. To explore their ancient cities would be a dream come true. I would pay my
respects at the local temple, marvel at their majestic wonders, visit their bustling agora, take a dip at the local baths and experience life of a soldier at their training grounds. I believe men of ancient times pranced around sky-clad often, especially in each others’ company. This is the theme for this collection; a representation of bare warriors enjoying a time of peace and respite and not having a care in the world.
I have to commend you on the consistent high quality of your wonderful blog, Eleshar. It is obvious it is a labor of love and it stimulates my mind as well as my eyes. Please continue to inspire me with masculine beauty and strong tales built on compassion and love. Your work is brilliant and excellent!
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