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The eight of us go forth not back to protect our king from a foe's attack. What are we?
Used to keep prisoners silent and to make temporary repairs on cars.
What is often on the ground getting stepped on by others, but you donโt have to wash it because it never get dirty, in fact you couldnโt wash it even if you tried?
A precious gift, yet it has no end, no beginning, and nothing in the middle.
An utensil used for bread. Also a paper cutter. Used by a thug to take a life, Or wielded by the tamest wife, When used to spread the butter.
Though not a plant, has leaves. Though not a beast, has spine. Though many wouldn't need this thing, It's more valuable than wine.