Dear elder gods, please kill me last so I can point and laugh. Thank you.
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I think I recognize the pumpkin guy from Over The Garden Wall. Who are the other two?
I also recognized him! The deer is the beast from the same show, isn't he?
From experience, if you find yourself in need of spirituality, finding comfort in some of the Old Ones (many to choose from) feels a hell of a lot more natural than any modern religions that I've been exposed to. Especially when your Old Ones embody the natural world and the cycle of the seasons. It's all right in front of you. You just decide within yourself whether or not you believe there is a greater spirit residing in it.
🎼Hush now, hide, all you little ones Rush now, into the middle of nowhere Singing and laughter will die
Dreamless sleep, follows the Nowhere King When his kingdom comes, darkness is nigh
Quiet, crawl to the in-between Silent, secretive feeling Of fearsome hatred that reaches the skies
You will bring joy to the Nowhere King When he sees the light leaving your eyes
I had to go back and replay this the first time it was sung because I thought I misheard.
Still can't decide which version was the best though.
Even the old ones won't say no to bonfire and a cup of tea