The Totems

From the horse we learn

To be unswerving in our intentions

To endure difficulties without swaying

To be free of tyranny and regret

To let battle reveal our mettle

To find that which brings us joy

To seek what is beyond the horizon

To take care so that soul remains unbroken

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

From the stag we learn

To walk with the spirits and our ancestors

To possess strength and energy

To move with a smooth steadiness

To own our actions

To let our innate wisdom guide us

To take time to heal and renew ourselves

To endure with mind and body

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

From the hawk we learn

To cast our gazes beyond the present

To adjust as the winds shift

To withstand the storms

To have unflinching resolve

To see the outcomes others do not

To remain free from the control of others

To seek one's true self

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

The eagle inspires us

To liberate the oppressed

To move deftly and be decisive

To defeat all challenges and opponents

To find satisfaction in our achievements

To look to our elders

To bring greatness and beauty into the world

To exist in the tribe's heart for generations

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

From the tiger we learn

To be the force that makes others tremble

To use influence with care and for justice

To let integrity guide our ambitions

To have strength when faced with pain or grief

To be crafty in our use of skill

To remain free of outside rule

To keep people in memories and teachings

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

From the lion we learn

To make ourselves worthy of respect and honor

To have great ability to act or do

To stand for what is right in our hearts

To pour everything into our undertakings

To withstand adverse conditions

To give confidence and hope to others

To provide order and security

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

From the fox we learn

To hone the mind not just the body

To revel in the good times

To make our own path

To delight in the mischief of children

To keep safe those who bring us laughter

To see the beauty of the world

To make our own good fortune

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

From the wolf we learn

To remain true to our family and clan

To guard hearth and tribe

To work as part of the whole to provide

To study and hunt new knowledge

To comprehend all that surrounds us

To be skilled in our use of reason

To speak clearly and listen well

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

From the bear we learn

To be able to survive without others

To be unyielding to withstand storms

To meet all obstacles with all that we are

To be lighthearted and revel in fun

To live in humility, passion, and courage

To be careful and attentive in our considerations

To prevent suffering and harm

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn

From the dragon we learn

To seek the knowledge that would hide

To see the magic of the world and its power

To grow through experience and show sound judgment

To be certain of our skill

To blend that which pleases for balance

To stand ready to help the weak

To enhance our understanding and skill

With these lessons in our hearts

We are Ironborn.