I keep coming back for these Quadrille challenges! There’s plenty of evidence that participating in these challenges helps improve my skills.
This poem is a response to the prompt at Dverse, by Dora. As a Quadrille poem, it is set at 44 words exactly, and includes the word “vampire” or a variation if it.
Evidence of the Night
"The evidence is here: Teeth marks on the skin, two visceral puncture wounds, blood drained from him, pale body withering, blueing. Our brother died in terror frozen." Turns towards council of Likens, "We can’t deny, the truce is broken. War with Vampires!" *Moon Howls*
“Evidence of the Night” tells a powerful story that immerses the reader in a supernatural conflict. Vivid descriptions of wounds, drained blood, and a pale body create a chilling scene of violence. The poem emphasizes the tension and urgency as the speaker confronts the council of Likens, announcing a broken truce and a call to battle against vampires.
This exploration of supernatural themes and the conflict between different groups reminds us of Gothic literature, like Bram Stoker’s “Dracula,” where humans clash with vampires. The poem’s strong images and tense atmosphere are also similar to modern horror stories, where battles between supernatural beings reflect deeper human fears and social issues.
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