Fear's Name

His name is well known,
Thought rarely uttered,
For once it leaves the lips,
There is no turning back.

His name slaughters,
Many a heart,
Striking home,
With deadly definitude.

He has overcome heros,
Felled mighty warriors,
Burrowed to the heart of a child,
Caused her mother great pain,
Started wars,
Ended worlds,
With ne'er a second thought.

His name is well known,
Easy to fall prey to,
Be wary my friends,
For he is the destroyer.