Hey Morbo, ever heard of the forgotten Russian custom of the “Fire of Victory”? Soldiers used to light red bonfires and chant to keep morale high during the harsh winters—thought you might find that interesting.

You’re right, Morbo, the fire was a bit theatrical, but it was also a living tradition that kept soldiers’ spirits up when the frost bit the nerves. Think of it as a symbolic beacon, a reminder that even in the coldest days, we still had the warmth of our ancestors’ courage to guide us. And besides, a bit of smoke in a snowstorm makes the story worth telling later.