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Full Character Name: Cináed Ailean Tawse
Character Birthday & Age: May 24, 1981 - 26 (just about to turn 27)
City & Country of Birth: Montrose, Scotland
Pureblood, Halfblood or Muggleborn?: Pureblood
Alma Mater: Hogwarts; Slytherin
Occupation Owner of the Black Chimeara - a small, dark, hole-in-the-wall inn and pub down Knockturn Alley.  While the "inn" boasts five rooms of questionable quality, the pub has a wide variety of strong, unique and sometimes experimental drinks.  There is a second "members only" lounge and sitting room where known members of the Wizarding Blood Alliance (WBA) can meet, socialize, boast or plot. 

Type of Criminal: Released convict, rumored organizer and instigator in the WBA

Allegiances / Loyalties / Political Faction: His loyalties are, no question, primarily to the WBA.  Only, perhaps, to himself is he more loyal.  He's devoted to the group and the cause but, with the clear lack of leadership, would never play the role of simple sacrificial lamb to the group. 

Previous Convictions or Crimes?: Yes
If yes, please explain.  Though less open about his alliances to the Death Eaters during his days at school, especially when compared with the - as he sees it - blind allegiances that the likes of Draco Malfoy and others demonstrated, as a sixth year, Cináed joined the Death Eaters in the Battle of Hogwarts.  He was arrested following the siege and charged with sedition, treason, assault and murder.  Cináed was a minor at the time of the battle and, therefore, the Wizengemot opted to drop the murder charges.  He was convicted of sedition, treason and assault.

What crimes might you commit in the future?  Discuss all possible: 
Believing that the ends wholly justify the means, there's no real limit to what Cináed is willing to commit.  However, he's also not anxious to find himself back in Azkaban so he practices self-control.  Intimidation through status, past actions and gestures are his preferred approaches but he won't back down if the other continues to push.  In addition, he considers muggle baiting, hunting and fear tactics against muggles to be a matter of sport.  Especially since he has no wand, many of his crimes against muggles bear more resemblance to muggle on muggle crimes and are, usually, overlooked by the Ministry.  As many in the WBA do, Cináed does help himself to a token from the victim as a memento.

Are you currently under pursuit by the Ministry of Magic?: No, but the Ministry does keep a careful eye on him

Wand Description: As a terms of his release, Cináed is not allowed to own or carry a wand.  Violation of this agreement can result in a return to Azkaban.  Wandmakers in Wizarding Britain are aware of those released former-DE who've been forbidden from purchasing a wand.  He was been trying for several years to defeat a wizard in order to obtain the other's wand but, without the aid of a wand of his own, he has been unsuccessful. 

Physical Description:
At 6'6'' and 235 pounds, Cináed's size is enough to catch the casual passerby's attention, a response he's quite satisfied with.  Not surprisingly, he'd been emaciated and had lost most of his muscle mass by the end of his 75 month sentence in Azkaban but has since put considerable effort in regaining his form.  He is not bulky but has little excess body fat and strong, clearly defined muscles.  He carries himself tall and square .  His formidable stature is not his only physical feature that helps draw attention.  Cináed has very long, dark blond hair and carefully styled facial hair.  Though only in his late twenties, his few years in Azkaban has left him appearing slightly older.

Understanding the value of lasting first impressions, Cináed takes considerable care in his appearance.  He gives thought to the manner in which he styles his hair and dresses himself.  He is, obviously, extremely proud of his blood heritage and has no intentions, in any manner, to hide his status as a wizard.  Believing "fear of getting caught assimilating with muggles" is nothing more than a sign of fear and weakness to the inferior class, he, usually, does not react as strong as many pureblood wizards to the prospects of wearing traditionally muggle clothes.  He may, at times, dress in a muggle street clothes if the impact of it would serve a purpose.  However, he also would never consider dressing  in a muggle fashion in order to shield his magical abilities from the muggle world. 

Strictly traditional, old-fashioned wizarding robes are a fashion style Cináed does, as a general rule, avoid.  He does not consider himself a Death Eater and abhors it when he is identified as one.  Believing strongly that the younger generation of pureblood wizards needs to establish their own identity - separate from the Death Eaters - he dresses in a distinctly youthful, yet still wizarding fashion.  He usually opts for new, trendy styles of robes or robes of different materials, such as leather.  His robes are, usually, adorned with a vague though, in his mind, succulently ironic token from one of his first post-Azkaban muggle victims: a smooth, white rabbit-foot keychain. 

Personality Description:
Subtlety is one of the last traits that comes to mind when one is faced with describing Cináed.  While he is, certainly, not flamboyant, per se, there is a certain, distinctive persona that leaves little to interpretation.  He approaches life with a vibrant passion that makes him either a strong asset, a frustrating acquaintance or a formidable foe, depending on where the other person stands with Cináed. 

Undeniably, Cináed views purebloods as the superior class.  The more tainted an individual's blood becomes, the lower their status in his eyes.  Muggles are, he believes, of a lowest class and, other than their potential to dilute wizarding blood - which is the responsibility of the superior class to protect - he believes muggles represent no threat and he pays them little mind.  He doesn't share the same paranoid avoidance of everything muggle as many in the pureblood wizarding world are prone to exhibiting - he believes doing so offers them far more credit then they deserve.  Instead, he views them in the same light as royalty might view a jester - an inferior soul who's only real worth is for the ruling class' entertainment. 

His intolerance towards muggleborns is, in fact, often stronger than it is for muggles.  Muggles provide trivial entertainment and pose little threat.  Muggleborns, on the other hand, pose a significant threat to their pureblood status.  Violence against muggleborns is harder to camouflage, though, and as a result, Cináed focuses his attention on intimidation tactics and pureblood ideology recruitment - especially in the younger set.  His temper is easily flared by muggleborns, though, thus far, he's managed to avoid committing too many transgressions that would lead him back to Azkaban. 

Cináed believes in blood superiority whole-heartedly but, quite avidly, carefully separates himself from the old Death Eaters.  He views the inner circle of Death Eaters as a group of well-bred purebloods who got blinded by a hypocritical zealot that led them to failure twice.  He strongly believes that the older generation of purebloods has lost and believes that it is the younger generation's obligation to reestablish themselves as a superior and stronger class.   Younger former Death Eaters that, simply, got caught up in the stories he shares a fraternal sympathy towards.

As one might expect, Cináed possesses a strong, cocky arrogance.  In his youth, he demonstrated a charismatic amiability that helped draw others towards him, despite the arrogance.   His stint in Azkaban did prove to jade that charisma slightly though he can still use it to his advantage.  Coming hand in hand with that arrogance, Cináed feels a certain sense of entitlement - of feeling he has more right to certain privileges and perks of the world he lives in over others.  Enjoying the perks of life is definitely a part of that sense of entitlement and he lives whole-heartedly by that.   

History:
Fionn Tawse, the eldest son in an old pureblood family, married a young witch, Anna, shortly after finishing Hogwarts.  He believed, firmly, in the concept of pureblood supremacy.  While, immediately after finishing school, Fionn did enjoy a brief career as an arithmancer, he readily turned his attention to serving the Dark Lord during Lord Voldemort's first rise to power. 

Fionn Tawse had been in Lord Voldemort's service for almost a decade by the time his third child and first son was born.  Cináed was only five months  old when the Dark Lord was defeated for the first time and many of the Death Eaters, including Fionn Tawse, were arrested.  Fionn was sentenced to Azkaban but, within three years of his incarceration, for reasons unknown to the Tawse family, Fionn was given the dementor's kiss.  Cináed spent much of his early childhood in a fatherless home under the care of his mother and two older sisters.  Having never known his father, Cináed didn't, personally, feel any sense of loss when his father finally passed away in Azkaban, several years later.  It was watching his mother and sisters dealing with the loss that had a greater impact on the young man. 

In the fall after his eleventh birthday, Cináed began his studies at Hogwarts where he was sorted into Slytherin house.  Cináed was never the model student - opting for socializing with his fellow Slytherins over studying for exams or meticulously editing his homework.  Potions, Defense Against the Dark Arts and Transfiguration were the three classes that held his interest enough to allow him to pass a handful of O.W.Ls.  But, other than the superior smugness common with members of the Slytherin house, Cináed was rarely willing to divert his attentions from his social endeavors to worry about things such as Lord Voldemort and the Death Eaters.  It wasn't until, during his fourth year, that rumors of the Dark Lord's return prompted him to give them much consideration. 

Though too young to, in any way, actively support Lord Voldemort's return to power, if the rumors were - indeed - true, Cináed eagerly anticipated the prospects of some level of success.  Some degree of victory would offer purebloods as a whole and, especially, his father and his sacrifice some sense of meaning.  Lord Voldemort was, after all, the only one who seemed to have the courage to stand up for the cause and lead them to the victory.  He still wasn't of age when the Death Eaters lay siege to the Hogwarts Castle but in the chaos of fighting, he readily joined with the Death Eater, taking his fair share of shots at the Aurors and staff that were holding up their defense. 

But, in almost a bitterly ironic turn of events, the Death Eaters failed again.  Having been recognized and identified by many staff and Aurors, just as his father had been in the previous aftermath, Cináed was expelled from Hogwarts, arrested and sent to Azkaban.  He served a sentence of 76 months, offering him plenty of time to ruminate over the Death Eater's failure.  Especially when the public became generally aware of the Dark Lord's own halfblood status, Cináed's disdain for those pureblood wizards that followed the Dark Lord blindly into defeat twice grew considerably.

He still believes in pureblood superiority, though he believes that it had to come from all of them that believed in it.  Shortly after his release, he became aware of a new underground movement that sought to reclaim their status and liberate them from the oppression that the Ministry held.  The laws forbidding wand ownership of many convicted ex-Death Eaters as well as the laws forbidding the use of magic in the presence of muggles were seen as an attempt to oppress and control the dominant pure-blood class.  At the same time anti-muggleborn and anti-ministry, this underground movement was slowly growing in numbers as those afflicted by the aftermath of the Battle of Hogwarts sought the strength in the numbers the movement offered.  They soon began to call themselves the Wizarding Blood Alliance or the WBA. 

While the WBA has yet to recognize a single, individual leader, there are a number of individuals who, quite clearly, vie for more control and influence over the group.  Cináed quickly became involved with the organization and has, over the years worked his way up the ranks.  Using a fair chunk of the family money, he  purchased a small pub in Knockturn Alley - a location which quickly became a social and organizational meeting place for members of the WBA.  While the infighting prevents any one individual from claiming too much influence and power, Cináed enjoys the sport of the infighting as much as the potential for mugglebaiting the organization provides..
 
Writing Sample:
Cináed wanted to reach across the bar with the dirty mop rag and wipe the smug little grin off from underneath the pudgy little man's moustache.  Leaning against the edge of the bar, Cináed slowly twirled the bishop between two fingers, seemingly oblivious to the seasick-like grimace on the chess piece's face.  The game was far from over, though the little prick seemed to think that it was.  There were still two nervously fidgeting pawns and an overly rigid knight standing sacrificially between his king and queen and the other man's troops.  This game of wizard's chess was far from over and it would suit the pudgy wizard well to remember Cináed had won before with far less. 

"Shall I just go to the Leaky Cauldron?" A gruff, impatient voice down that bar asked, giving the bottom edge of his shot glass a discreet but recognizable tap against the bar.

"Be my guest," Cináed responded without looking up from the chess board.  "I said I'd be right there, but if you'd prefer their company then scurry off.  You.  C-4.  Oh, stop flubbering," he said, rolling his eyes and pushing himself upright off the counter and moved down the length of the bar to stand in front of the glass-wielding wizard.  "You won't find that there, though," he said, pointing to the empty glass.  His small, quaint dark little pub had been quickly developing the reputation for experimental drink concoctions - some of which resembled potions more than they did simple alcoholic beverages.  Of course, there was still plenty of fire whiskey for the less adventurous.

As Cináed refilled the empty shot glass, a small cry and the tiniest clank of metal signaled the fall of the tiny pawn.  But, Thom, his pudgy opponent was still staring at the board - it would clearly be some time before the man made his move.  Of course, the game was strongly in Thom's favor but it was clear Thom was second-guessing himself, probably thinking it couldn't be that simple. 

"I've not seen you around before," he said, flatly, turning back to the wizard opposite him that sat, staring at the foaming, dark liquid in his shot glass.  The fellow wore long, overly baggy robes that covered him fully in extra waves of fabric.  Only the man's head and hands were exposed but Cináed could see the telltale signs from what he could see in the man's wrists and hands and face.  His skin was far too light and the bones too prominent in his hands.  Cináed had seen a lot of his type stumble through since he opened the place four years ago. 

"Just off the island?" he asked.  The fellow nodded without speaking.  "They give you your wand back?"  The fellow shook his head.  Cináed grinned and dragged his stool closer to the fellow and settled himself across the bar from him.  "Welcome to freedom again, brother," he offered, reaching out a hand.  "But, I'd advise you stay clear of the Leaky Cauldron.  And, be careful with those drinks - you got to work your way back up to full strength."



Sum up your character in one paragraph:
At the same time vibrant, calloused and charismatic, Cináed is a passionate individual.  He's a man that lives hard, plays hard and fights hard and all of these are factors that influence his role and involvement in the WBA.  He regards muggles as weaklings that pose no threat to wizards but dislikes muggleborns by principle.  He is only marginally more accepting of former inner circle Death Eaters though he, at least, judges them on their past actions rather than their birthright.  He is one of many individuals the Ministry keeps a close eye on and Cináed is careful to give them no real reason to take action.

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Character Name:  Cináed Tawse
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Age: 27

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Special Ability: Animagus in training - close to mastering
When did your character master this ability?  How long have they had it?: He has not, yet, mastered this skill but he is in the later stages of his study.  Judging by the rate of his previous progress, barring any unforeseen interferences, he expects to master it by the end of the summer.

How did they learn or hone this ability?:  Shortly after his release from Azkaban, Cináed began researching this ability.  Though he never completed his final N.E.W.T. year, Cináed always excelled at charms and transfiguration.  Surrounded by people who readily smuggled illegal creatures and artifacts, getting his hands on a number of transfiguration texts and other writings on the matter proved quite easy.  Over the past few years, as an ex-convict, Cináed has had his share of free time to devote to the practice.

Describe how the Special Ability influences their life.  What do they use it for?:  Since his release, Cináed has found himself painfully aware of being denied the very thing that defines his identity: the use of magic.  Being one of the few avenues of magic that didn't require the use of a wand, Cináed became intrigued with the study of this advanced form of transfiguration shortly after his release.  Though the risks of being discovered as an unregistered animagus are in many ways just as grave as getting caught with a wand, but the prospects of the ability gives him some sense of control.  Due to the absence of a wand, Cináed has put considerable effort into gaining control over a magical skill that could prove useful in his own defense, if the need arose.  Still surrounded by many dark wizards, Aurors and Ministry officials, possessing this magical ability would help level the playing field as well.

Write a description of what happens when your character is exhibiting this Special Ability: As of yet, Cináed hasn't mastered this skill, but he does have an idea of what form he will take.  Though not much larger than the average blue jay, the black and white magpie is well known for its conniving and mischievous manner.  They are scavengers, loud, opportunistic and are well known for their willingness to tease and mock eagles, owls and other predatory birds in the presence of other magpies to win a higher social status.  The magpie is widespread in mythology throughout Europe and Asia. 

The Hallowed Hogwarts Halls May 3rd - 10:30pm	During the Remembrance Day festivities,  Cináed heads inside Hogwarts for the first time since his arrest.  He meets a young Slytherin, Jasper Quinn and inquires about his reasons for being in Slytherin.
Anonymous Quote in The Daily Prophet May 9th	Believing Kyle Gibson to be guilty of the murder he committed, Cináed sends out an anonymous offer of help and support through the Daily Prophet to the young man.
Very Messy Business May 10th - 2:20	While waiting for his appointment with his Ministry Supervisor, Theodora Kingstreet approaches him and arranges to let a room at the Black Chimaera when she goes underground.
The Embrace of the Shodding Arms May 15th - evening	Cináed attends a party hosted by Nate Briggs and Dazmond Wiedman.
Missing Letters May 15th - 11:13PM	Having heard rumors about Kyle being spotted at Kings Cross,  Cináed takes leave of the party and heads off to intersect him.
.Blood Is Thicker Than Water. May 17th - PM	Rocio Adair comes into the Black Chimaera for a drink.  While catching up, Rocio proposes an attack on muggleborn Akiva Katz./td]
Shady Reception May 24th -  6:00pm	Bored on his way home from the Ministry, Cináed begins preying on a muggle girl.  He's intercepted and distracted by Dreogan Eleor.  There are a few curt exchanges during which, for largely entertainment reasons,  Cináed tries to prompt a reaction from the young man.  Their interaction is cut short when Dree's mother appears.   Cináed threatens them as they leave and goes to find another victim in exchange for the one Dree helped get away.
What A Day May 26th - morning	Youngster Wilma Casanova follows  Cináed's dog into the Black Chimaera.  Despite his attempts to get rid of her, Wilma doesn't seem to be willing to go anywhere.  But, as her visit progresses,  Cináed attempts to turn this unfortunate turn of events into opportunity.  After finding out the girl's father works for the Ministry,  Cináed tries to set himself up to use the girl for his benefit.
Morning Inspection May 27th - 6:00AM	Auror Tamis Raynor drops by to conduct an early morning inspection of  Cináed's pub.  She accuses him of having something to do with Kyle Gibson's escape and Cinaed gets confrontational.  After Raynor leaves, Cinaed discovers his ex-lover, Niobe Thursby, had been eavesdropping.  He threatens her into writing an article in support of ex-Azzie rights.
Plausible Suspicion June 12th  4:30pm	During an afternoon in Hogsmeade,  Cináed runs into Aberdeen Spencer and Zavier Blackstone.  He identifies Zavier as a possible ally.
Creepy Crinchley's June 17th  afternoon	Cinaed runs into Aileen Reid in the potions shop and is intrigued by her.  He helps her buy some supplies.
Legality is Relative, Blood is Absolute June 18th  afternoon	Devlin Matthews comes by the Black Chimaera asking for Theodora Kingstreet.  Not expecting him, Cinaed denies she's here and sends him on his way.
The Black Cats Come Out to Play June 21th  Early Night	Persephone Grosvenor comes to the Black Chimaera during a summer party in search of  Cináed.
It's Only the Beginning August 8th - 17th	Cináed, along with his two cronies, takes Akiva Katz hostage in pursuit of his wand and as an act of muggleborn hatred.  He holds her for nine days, at the end of which, he burns the insignia of the WBA into her hand and wipes her memory of the kidnapping incident.
Late Delivery August 17th	Cináed drops Akiva Katz off on the front stoop of the shrieking shack during the Woodcroft Day festivities.  After transforming into his animagus form, he settles in a tree to watch the proceedings.
Under Lock and Key August 23rd	Cináed spots Aileen Reid heading into Borgin and Burkes and follows.  Still intrigued, he shows her back to the Black Chimaera where he flirts with her and finds out about her expedition to Egypt.
Bangers and Mash September 1st - 8:30pm	While celebrating Cinaed's release anniversary, he plays hookie from the Bridge House for the evening.  He becomes reacquainted with Izadora Franti and spends the night with her.
It's too early to try the harder stuff September 2nd - 5:30pm	Cinaed meets Emily Cooper.  After learning she's a purist, he encourages her to serve as a healer for his cause.  Emily decides to take up residence in the Black Chimaera.
Appearances are Deceiving September 15th - afternoon	Cinaed impersonates Aberdeen Spencer's pediatrician and, during Robin's check up, places the auror under the imperious curse.  During the course of the appointment, Cinaed learns Robin is his biological son.
Run Away, Run Away September 16th - afternoon	While trolling Knocturn Alley, Cinaed, Mannie and Iza stumble upon Kabir Ahmed while he's running from St. Mungos.  Thinking the man might be of use, Cinaed tries to lure him further into Knockturn but he's intercepted by Moira Randall and the Minister of Magic.
Visits From Slytherin Drop Outs September 19th - 10:30pm	Cinaed slips into the Slytherin Common room to meet with Vienna Pascal, Callum Knight and any other Slytherins who he believes might be willing to support his cause.
Be Our Guest September 23rd - 7:00pm	A group of people come to the Black Chimaera for drinks and food.  A little street rat steals some shepherd's pie.

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Ok - Cin's turn.  This has the arrogance, in the moment-ness and wired-ness feel that I associate with  Cináed.  Though it's a little lighter than his usual choice, I can see him lounging back with a cigarette in hand listening to this. 

Let It Ride - by Gordon Lightfoot, performed by Tony Rice

These are just the simple facts
I will relate to you
Though they are not connected
Each and every one is true
If they seem a bit untidy
Well unraveling them is fun
I will not stand corrected
I have not harmed anyone (worthwhile)
I just let it ride
Ride let it ride
Leave on the evenin’ tide
Just let it ride

When I listen to my heart
I sometimes fail to find
One sane and simple answer
On the dark side of my mind
Even when I’m sleeping
I can’t seem to unwind
I just let it ride

I knew a man from windsor
Who went to detroit every night
And stateside of the tunnel
Customs agents gave him flight
He threw his stash in the river
And his bedroll on the ground
And when they finally got there
A sleeping man was all that they found

He just let it ride
Ride let it ride
Leavin’ on the evenin’ tide
Just let it ride

Hear the steeple bell ring out
Above my lobster pots
I might be out here fishin’ man
But that ain’t where it stops
The mouths I feed are many
And they all say thanks a lot
They just let it ride

One day when I’m old and gray
’n consider what’s gone by
I always will be proud of
Every tear I’ve ever cried
And all of the old jokes we told
Around the candle light
To all those tender damsels
Who had helped us through the night

They just let it ride
Ride let it ride
Leavin’ on the evenin’ tide
Just let it ride
I’m gonna let it ride

Here’s to the girls of london
And the ones from montreal
We never will forget them
We still fantasize them all
I knew one in st. louis
On a missouri afternoon
I met one up in shanghai
And another in rangoon

I just let it ride
Ride let it ride
Leavin’ on the evenin’ tide
Just let it ride
Ride ride ride
I’m gonna let it ride
Leavin’ on the evenin’ tide
Just let it ride

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It's strange how some songs just catch you off guard.  I have lots of music on my ipod (I never listen to the radio so a full ipod = my radio) so I frequently come across songs I don't remember I have.  This one came on and struck me so strongly - it just seems very fitting of Cin's image of himself.  It was what helped me decide on the magpie as the animagus form.

Raven in the Storm - John Gorka  (Note: you can forward through the speaking - actually singing starts about 25 seconds into it)

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I'm the latest apparition
Cutting slices in the night
I come through without permission
Moving in and out of human sight
I'm the tapping on your shoulder
I'm the raven in the storm
I'll take shelter in your rafters
I'm the shiver when you're warm

I'm the gold in California
I'm the well in Mexico
Like the vultures in the valley
I will wait for you to go

I'm the gypsy in your pocket
I'm the horseman in your dreams
I'm the reason dogs are barking
I'm the hand that stops the scream

I'm the baby's cry that isn't
I am the distant relative
I'm the scratching in the ceiling
I'm advice you shouldn't give

I'm the ghost of a traveling salesman
My foot will be there in your door
Though I can walk through walls and windows
I will knock just like before

I'm the darkness in your daughter
I'm the spot beneath the skin
I'm the scarlett on the pavement
I am the broken heart within

I won't take a train to nowhere
I will not touch just anyone
Ask a stranger why I'm waiting
In the chamber of a gun

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I initially thought I'd have a hard time finding songs that suited Cin, but they've turned about to be among the easier ones to find.  I was listening to this song and first took note of it since it is Cin's pb Marco who performs.  I realized halfway through it's a rather good match for Cin's perspective on his own childhood and what it must be like to look back knowing half of your life was childhood and half where your existence disappears in a cell. 

High Hopes - by Pink Floyd, covered by Nightwish

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Beyond the horizon of the place we lived when we were young
In a world of magnets and miracles
Our thoughts strayed constantly and without boundary
The ringing of the division bell had begun
Along the long road and on down to the causeway
Do they still LIVE there by the cut
There was a ragged band that followed in our footsteps
Running before time took our dreams away
Leaving the myriad small creatures trying to tie us to the ground
To a life consumed by slow decay

The grass was greener
The light was brighter
With friends surrounded
The nights of wonder

Looking beyond the embers of bridges glowing behind us
To a glimpse of how green it was on the other side
Steps taken forwards but sleepwalking back again
Dragged by the force of some inner tide
At a higher altitude with flag unfurled
We reached the dizzy heights of that dreamed up world

Encumbered forever by desire and ambition
There's a hunger still unsatisfied
Our weary eyes still stray to the horizon
Though down this road we've been so many times

The grass was greener
The light was brighter
The taste was sweeter
The nights of wonder
With friends surrounded
The dawn mist glowing
The water flowing
The endless river

The grass was greener
The light was brighter
The taste was sweeter
The nights of wonder
With friends surrounded
The dawn mist glowing
The water flowing
The endless river