in blood
(archaic, hunting) In a state of perfect health and vigour.
Humility must always be the portion of any man who receives acclaim earned in blood of his followers and sacrifices of his friends. Dwight D. Eisenhower
If I lose the light of the sun, I will write by candlelight, moonlight, no light. If I lose paper and ink, I will write in blood on forgotten walls. I will write always. I will capture nights all over the world and bring them to you. Henry Rollins
Sometimes democracy must be bathed in blood. Augusto Pinochet
A club drenched in blood easily finds its mark. Norse Proverb
Who bathes his hands in blood will have to wash them with tears. German Proverb
Love is in blood not in talking. African Proverb