They were the first to be birthed, Tamed the lands of the earth; Took everything they needed, and gave back in return.
Then came the coloured,
Of whom they were meant to fear; Took their lands and pride, Left them ungeared
They're still here,
Alone; Living off of the little things they now own.
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