plight
a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation- predicament
brandish
wave or flourish (something, especially a weapon) as a threat or in anger or excitement- wave
rapt
deep/absorbed in thought
corporal
bodily
surmised
imagined/thought
peerless
unequaled; unrivaled
chastise
punish
impedes
delay or prevent
chalice
cup
recompense
payment- make amends