" Aye, you ancients always say things were better in the old days," replied the man. "I don't think it's true, though. I reckon young warriors look at you and are reminded of their grandfathers. Then they can't possibly fight you."
"Maybe so," agreed the axman. "At my age I'll take any advantage I can get. "

― David Gemmell , White Wolf (The Drenai Saga, #10)