THE BLACK KING

Whoever has the black king wins in the event
of a tie - astonishing, because black is disadvantaged,
more difficult to win if you're under-privileged,
so, whoever is black wins - someone said: 'I don't think so.'

Armageddon is over, it was but a brief respite,
not easy, not right, if you can't be seen in the night;
Othello the Moor, stopped by to play a game of chess,
and noted the pursuit of the black king was relentless.

Cetawayo stood on a hill, directing his waiting army,
the thought of not really winning was a mystery,
Deontay rose above everyone, grinning from the ring,
even if you're a winner, people think it's a sin.

No wonder one's position can be viewed with consternation,
​​​​​​​and wise to ensure that you don't get above your station.