It begins with the darkness enclosed
Obscuring the dangers once seen so clearly
Hiding from impending truth
That haunts our masquerade
Focus lies upon the self
In a false image

I have seen my own end
I witness it over and over again

The hours assault me as though
I battle time itself
The fires of contemplation
Ignite my eyes

Imprisoned within this uncontrolled state of mind
My vengeful visions become relentless captors

Long live the everlasting night
Laying siege to the senses
Laying siege to the fortress of the mind

The fears change with time

A trembling body, intensifying heat
Stimulates provoking thought
Paralysis begins, involuntary contractions
Awaken consciousness

Encased in flesh once again