“ The Cascellans were still uncertain, but knives started to lift."If you do it," Fannia shouted in despair, "I'll kill your chief. I'll kill all of you!"That stopped them."I have powerful magic in my ship. I can kill every last man, and then you won't be able to die a warrior's death. Or get to heaven!"The chief tried to free himself with a mighty surge that almost tore one of his arms free, but Fannia held on, pinning both arms behind his back."Very well," the chief said, tears springing into his eyes. "A warrior must die by his own hand. You have won, alien." ”
Robert Sheckley
Summary
“Warrior Race”, is a work by Robert Sheckley. It explores elements such as Fannia, Cascellans and Donnaught.
Quotes from Warrior Race (Robert Sheckley)
“ Fannia sat cross-legged in front of the dais and exchanged conversation with the king while Donnaught played with the spurned toys. Trying to overcome the initial bad impression, Fannia told the chief about the stars and other worlds, since simple people usually liked fables. He spoke of the ship, not mentioning yet that it was out of fuel. He spoke of Cascella, telling the chief how its fame was known throughout the Galaxy."That is as it should be," the chief said proudly. "We are a race of warriors, the like of which has never been seen. Every man of us dies fighting." ”
“ The chief was still trying to kill himself. Desperately, Fannia held on, knowing he had to keep him from suicide in order to hold the threat of death over him."Listen, Chief," Fannia said, eying the uncertain crowd. "I must have your promise there'll be no more war between us. Either I get it or I kill you.""Warriors!" the chief roared. "Choose a new ruler. Forget me and do battle!" ”
