Waylander Quotes

“There is evil in all of us, and it is the mark of a man how he defies the evil within.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“I caught a pebble in the moonlight.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“My enemies can soar into the night like invisible demons, conjure wolf creatures from hell, and read minds. On our side is a god that can lead a man to a ferry!”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Once I loved life ad the sun was a golden joy. But joy is sometimes short lived, priest. And when it dies, a man will seek inside himself and ask: Why? Why hate is so much stronger than love? Why the wicked reap such rich rewards? Why do strenght and speed count for more than morality and kindness? And then the man realizes...there are no answers. None. And for the sake of his sanity the man must change perceptions. Once I was a lamb, playing in a green field. Then the wolves came. Now I am a eagle, and I fly in a different universe.'
'And now you kill the lambs', whispered Dardalion.
Waylander chuckled and turned over.
'No, priest. No one pays for lambs”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“I still say this is madness,’ whispered Jonat.
‘I know – at this moment I’m inclined to agree with you.’
‘But we’ll go anyway,’ muttered Jonat. ‘One of these days someone is going to listen to my advice and I’ll probably die of the shock!”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“No, but if you will forgive me, let me say this: all children are creatures of joy, and all people are capable of love. You feel you lost everything, but there was a time before your joy when your children did not exist and your wife was unknown to you. Could it not be that there is a woman somewhere who will fill your life with love, and bear you children to bring you joy?”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Evil is not like a rock, static and immobile—it is a cancer that builds on itself.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“And the dreams have begun once more, whispering demons in my head. It is getting so hard to think clearly.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Without that pride there would be no wars.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Build your legend carefully, lest it destroy all we stand for.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Was it not better to follow a charismatic leader to the gates of hell than a mediocre general to a dull defeat?”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“We were waiting for a leader,” said another man. “And you have found one. How many are we?” “With you, thirty.” “Thirty,” said Dardalion. “It is a beginning.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“I will fight them alone,”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“But if all followed us in celibacy, where would the world be? Mankind would cease.” “And there would be no more war,” said the abbot. “No more greed, lust, despair, and sorrow.” “Yes. And no love, joy, or contentment.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“There is evil in all of us, Sister, and the mark of a man is how he defies the evil within.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Valuable, is it?” “It is worth more than a king’s ransom.” “And what percentage do you offer me?” “Half of what I am receiving.” “That’s fair. What are you getting?” “Nothing at all.” “Are you telling me that this is something you promised to do for your sick mother on her deathbed?” “No. I promised an old blind man on his.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“hero. I have known many heroes. Mostly other men die to build their legends.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“I have known many heroes. Mostly other men die to build their legends.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“When morale goes, there can be no victory. Remember that.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“If only he had known it was their last day together, he would have made it so different for them. He would have hugged them and told them he loved them …”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“You know, I used to think that hatred was the most powerful force on earth. And yet last night I learned something bitter. He forgave me … and that is worse than hot irons on my flesh. You understand?” “I think I do.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Call me what you like. Nothing you say will affect the way I perceive myself.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“sadness settled on him like a dark cloak.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Because you are part of our lives. Because for as long as we live you will remain in our memories.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“I don’t criticize you. That would suggest I cared enough to improve you. I despise you and all your loathsome brethren. Leave me alone, damn you!”
― David Gemmell, Waylander

“Now you know all my secrets, I suppose.” “No. Only your pain.”
― David Gemmell, Waylander