Airged L'amh is a Greek epic power metal band based in Athens. Originally f… Read Full Bio ↴Airged L'amh is a Greek epic power metal band based in Athens. Originally formed as a school band and under the name "Ragnarok", Alexander Vasilopoulos (guitars) and John Georgopoulos (vocals) created a group that would move in epic/folk fields even with the lyrics based on ancient legends of battles from all around the world. The band started writing songs and soon completed the line up with another guitarist (Michalis Peradinos), a bass player (Gus Makrikostas) and a drummer (George Zoubourlis). With only one change in that line up (George Thanasopoulos taking place behind the drum kit) the band was forced to change the name because two other (internationally known) bands were having the same name. The decision was "Airged L’amh" (This is Gaelic, in plain English it means "The Silver Arm").

Painless Vengeance
Airged L'amh Lyrics

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[In the mist of war Nuada was dominated by the mania of battle. He killed hundreds of enemies and reached in front of Balor. The great king sacrificed himself for glory and freedom of Tuath De Dannan, which caused Lugh to rush screaming into the battle seeking vengeance for the death of his king.]

High over plains and mountains
With riders by my side
Too late now for the summons
Must pay a higher price

The stormy clouds I scatter

Draw powers from the Sun
A single star now shinning
Above the clearing sky

Charging into the spiral mist
Fires of human flesh
It's too late for the rescue of my friend

In the cold nights of loneliness
A lifeless broken shadow
Saw Nuada in the coils of demon
Rest in peace my hero king
I burst in anger
Meet your equal Balor wizard

Cold nights of loneliness
A lifeless broken shadow
Saw Nuada in the coils of demon

So free the land from strangers
So free the land from foe
I circle precious shadow
I see so far below

Farewell my friend in honor I will avenge your death
The solar powers is with me until the end

In the cold nights of loneliness
A lifeless broken shadow
Saw Nuada in the coils of demon
Rest in peace my hero king
I burst in anger
Meet your equal Balor wizard

Cold nights of loneliness

A lifeless broken shadow
Saw Nuada in the coils of demon

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Painless Vengeance" by Airged L'amh tell the story of Nuada, a king of the Tuath De Dannan, who is killed in battle against the great Balor. The song begins with the singer charging into battle with riders by their side, ready to exact revenge for the death of their king. The stormy clouds are scattered and the singer draws their powers from the Sun, as they charge into the spiral mist of the battle. They are too late, however, to rescue their friend.

The chorus repeats the image of "cold nights of loneliness," which evokes a sense of loss and mourning for Nuada. The singer sees Nuada's lifeless broken shadow and promises to avenge their friend's death, free the land from enemies, and circle Nuada's precious shadow. The solar powers are with them until the end.

The image of Nuada's broken shadow recalls the story of Nuada's silver arm. According to legend, Nuada lost his arm in battle and had it replaced with a silver one. In Irish mythology, a king's physical perfection was necessary to maintain their authority, and Nuada's injury prevented him from continuing to rule. He was replaced by Lugh, who killed Balor in battle.

Line by Line Meaning

High over plains and mountains
I am riding high with comrades by my side

With riders by my side
Comrades and I are prepared for battle

Too late now for the summons
We are committed and cannot turn back

Must pay a higher price
The cost of victory will be steep

The stormy clouds I scatter
I draw upon the power of the elements

Draw powers from the Sun
I harness the power of the sun to fuel my fight

A single star now shinning
A symbol of hope rises amidst the chaos

Above the clearing sky
The sky clears as we approach our destination

Charging into the spiral mist
We charge headlong into the thick of battle

Fires of human flesh
The horrors of war consume those around us

It's too late for the rescue of my friend
We cannot save those who have already fallen