NaPoWriMo day twentyfive

equal strength.
where the enemy
would penetrate.
equal strength
held as a reserve.
his greatest advantage
to form a proper array,
finding the larger force.
Edward cried
this was a necessary evil
to begin the battle;
cried scornfully
cowards!
 
*
 
There was some danger
being under the command of need.
A new conception of warfare.
Keenly aware there would be
neither time nor space for them
to find themselves.
Conflict began early.
This was a surprise.
The reason was soon clear:
reluctance.
 
*
 
A formidable barricade had been raised.
They were stationed and could be dispatched swiftly
where a need for them might arise.
On this day, nothing was amiss.
A winding road would bring them
to the battlefield. The larger the force,
the greater difficulty would become.
The morning brought word to Edward.
Edward was known for new ideas.
Reason would cover and permit use.
Force. Weight.