A Beast from a Forgotten Land

In the jungle's heart, where shadows and spirits blend, A silent hunter, a forest's friend. Stripes of amber, black and gold, The tale of power, courage and bold. Its eyes burn bright, flaming hue, Reflecting the skies of cerulean blue. Its claws are like a silver, steel sword, As it rules the jungle as its legendary lord. Its roar splits heaven and hell, As earthquakes and tsunamis are caused by a shattering yell. Hunters poach them for their magnificent, golden robes, As its lengthy tail is like a serpent coiling the globe. It lives among the jungles, sand, wetlands and snow, During the dark, its orange, blazing eyes begin to glow. Deers, birds and boars is a king's delightful feast, As the enemy feared this bloodthirsty beast. The speed of the beast is beyond the stars, As its back is full of lacquer, black scars. The beast itself ruled Lanka with Tamil kings, The sabre-like fangs and crushing claws blings. Oh Tiger, the guardian of the land, Let Lord Murugan feel you with his divine hand. Let Lakshmi shower you with wealth, fortune and prosperity, As the beast speaks to the people in a tone of sincerity.