Always have a backup plan—
He wore this headband to remind himself of that axiom.
In an emergency, it could also serve as a tourniquet.
By this creed he taught his swordsmanship to the knights under his friend's command.
By this credo he also mentored a white knight who loved justice above all else.
In its name he nipped many seedlings that might have blossomed into evil in the bud.
As long as he was sufficiently prepared,
Even if one day, he should be unable to defend this land,
Or protect his friend, or that maiden who loved to sing...