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The Dutchman

Deadman's Ship

By R F KPublished 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago 1 min read

Drum. Drum.

Dishonest deep-sea degenerates dread Dutchman's drums.

Disquieted depths demand degenerate dues.

Drum. Drum.

Dutchman's drowned descend.

Dammed deep-sea degenerates defend.

Drum. Drum.

Duelling dances,

Devastating duets.

Drum. Drum.

Doom defiled deep-sea degenerates' deck,

Destroying degenerates' dream dividend.

Devilish diamonds, devious doubloons, drop down deep.

Drum. Drum.

Defeated. Disarmed. Desolated.

Desperate degenerates deny dishonesty.

Drum. Drum.

Dutchman's drowned deplore deceivers.

Drum. Drum.

Drum.

Debts defrayed.

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About the Creator

R F K

I like to write and want to get better.

Always appreciate comments for advice and pointers.

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  • Dana Crandell2 years ago

    What an awesome, dark tautogram! Well done!

  • Kale Sinclair3 years ago

    Visceral imagery. Love the pirate theme.

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