They may be called the Palace Guard, the City Guard, or the Patrol. Whatever the name, their purpose in any work of heroic fantasy is identical: it is, round about Chapter Three (or ten minutes into the film) to rush into the room, attack the hero one at a time, and be slaughtered. No one ever asks them if they want to. This book is dedicated to those fine men.
Terry PratchettI've never really liked the Yanks. ... You can't trust people who pick up the ball all the time when they play football.
Terry PratchettHis sister had been sent down to the village to ask Mistress Garlick the witch how you stopped spelling recommendation.
Terry PratchettNoble dragons don't have friends. The nearest they can get to the idea is an enemy who is still alive.
Terry Pratchett