Breathed the Death - By Halah Fatmi

Written By: Halah Fatmi

Category: Poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Halah Fatmi presents "Breathed the Death," a captivating poem featured in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This profound piece explores themes of revenge, justice, and resilience, weaving a narrative that is both haunting and empowering. Halah's entry in the Poetry category stands as a testament to the transformative power of words, offering readers an introspective journey into the depths of human emotion and the eternal struggle between good and evil.

About the Work

"Breathed the Death" delves into the fierce and unyielding nature of vengeance and justice. With vivid imagery and a palpable intensity, the poem recounts the rise of a mythical creature, embodying the spirit of retribution. Its powerful narrative captures the essence of a struggle against betrayal and the quest for truth, leaving readers to ponder the delicate balance between heart and mind. The work's evocative language and rhythmic flow create a compelling experience for poetry enthusiasts.

Breathed the Death

Original Submission by Halah Fatmi

As powerful as death,

fierce was it’s breath

From ashes was it to rise

A creature so ultimate

couldn’t contemplate the pale

Spread was the tale,

of someone so brave

As it stood, burnt was the dare

Against which no could ever stand bare

It’s screach renowned

Wings of justice was it crowned

Stood the heavenly hell.

Known to the town,

Spread was the news of crown

Shivers went the spines down

Afraid were the crimes,

Committed the criminals in their prime

Returning was made of someone brave

Fumed was it’s breath

Boiled its blood

Stood the revenge so great

As it rose from the dead

A revenge so hearty

End was the guarantee

Rung were the bells

Pleaded the wells

Begged the deads,

Drowned in revenge

Cried the souls for avenge

Dreadful was the destined end

Stood the heavenly hell

Wept the crown seeing the dreadful sight of town

Was taken aback, wings of it’s shaken

Cried the swollen deads for revenge

Not all could be as remarked as the crown

Justice was unseen, heard were the laughs of criminals still in their prime. Reminded was the crown of its past.

A betrayal so true, left the impression so great

An engraved trace

Hidden was the truth, cried the lies

Conflict between the heart and brain,

Difficult was it to drain

Cried the heart

Burnt was the brain

One wept tears, other soared for revenge

Stood the heavenly hell

Once, when the returned dead hadn’t met death

Love was fresh, unaware of the trash

The heart so innocent fell into the trap

Crept the fear, wept the tears

Cried the might,

A fire no could ignite.

Stood the fangs of a vamp so dear Blindfolded were the eyes

Unnoticed went the vamp set to bite Lookout was dismissed

Everything so anew

The heart was locked

Keys to it were lost

Feared the dreams,

The nightmares scream,

Of the buried days,

Went the Awful nights

Not all stood the knights.

The innocent soul was crushed deep Blinked the fangs so bright,

Of the vamp in the middle of night Wings lost to the flaw

Eaten were it raw

Cried the ferocious crown bled it’s tear The wings of justice has disappear Stood the heavenly hell

Searched the innocent

Every corner of the forest taken to notice

Worried was the poor

Loved so real

Unaware of the betrayal

Overwhelmed was the creature

As it watches fear take over

Unlnown was it to the nature

Incomplete it stood out

With it’s name struck out

Failed has it it’s name

Difficult was its claim

The wings of justice went a roam, went tearful roars ignored Stood the heavenly hell

Unheard went it’s plea,

Unable to put free

Unnoticed was the cry

Foolish was the try

How could one fly without the wings to rely

No ashes for it to rise as it seemed

Blamed, the town

Banished was the crown

Screamed burnt rot

Heard was the pain aloud

Unaware of the ferocious fangs

Ready to bang,

For the poor to bleed

To fulfil the selfish need

Cruel are the surrounds

Poor was beneath the ground.

Betrayal stood the destiny

A love so dear, felt the poor

Fell in so deep

Difficult was it to refrain

Realisation hit late

Looted was the heart

Fooled was the brain.

Stood the heavenly hell

Fearsome it was to stand,

Poor had no place left on the land

With no wings found,

Foolish was it to trust

Felt the crust

Betrayal was the destiny

Unparalleled was it supposed to stand.

A past held the dreadful,

No could be so forgetful.

The future has a way of returning the past said the heavenly hell

Fearsome was it’s awakening,

Wondered the keen

Shook were they when the past was revealed.

The imprinted impression of the crown stood different, Fire it breathed

Diamonds like sparkled the eyes

Wings spread wide

All so wise

Said the scripts,

Appearance stood no indifferent,

Except the words spoken,

A spell no could cast

Glittered the past

Brave was the crown,

Ready to face it off

Won the heart of the crowd

Fear buried deep within

Like itself beneath

Fearsome was the battle,

Difficult was it to rattle,

Conquered the frown,

Won the crown

Stood heavenly hell

Re established was the monarchy of hell heavens Smiled the dead,

In a deadly grave

Content seemed the skull

Not at all dull

Risen were the flags,

All were glad

Concquered were the fears

Tackled was the past

The crimes were in a cast

Laid were the criminals in rest

it rose from the ashes straight

Rattled in the battle so fierce

Content were the deads,

Avenged were their deaths

Overpowered made were the wings

No competent to compete against

crimes so dreadful

Criminals so obvious were taken down Rose the phoenix from within

Justice it’s motive,

Revenge was it’s pledge

Firing was it’s breath

Crown on it’s head

Fought the war so intense

Couldn’t defeat it’s within

Stood the brave

The future has a way of returning the past winked the hell bravely conquered were the crimes of heaven Rose the crown from the ashes straight,

The creature of hell,

Birthed the heavens.

Stood the pheonix of the heavenly hells.

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a celebration of literary talent, inviting participants from around the globe to showcase their creativity and storytelling prowess. This prestigious event provides a platform for writers to express their unique voices through various forms of writing, including poetry, short stories, and essays. Participants engage audiences with their imaginative works, contributing to a vibrant and diverse literary landscape.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Halah Fatmi for sharing "Breathed the Death" with us in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This powerful poem captivates with its exploration of justice and resilience, and we are grateful for the opportunity to feature such a profound piece. Halah's contribution enriches the competition and inspires fellow writers and readers alike.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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