Invictus

Aptly named. Invictus is Latin for "invincible". It is also the name of a poem by William Ernest Henley (1849-1903).InvictusOut of the night that covers me Black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul.

In the fell clutch of circumstance, I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeonings of chance My head is bloody, but unbowed.

Beyond this place of wrath and tears Looms but the Horror of the shade, And yet the menace of the years Finds, and shall find, me unafraid.

It matters not how strait the gate, How charged with punishments the scroll, I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul.This route is the business... The start requires severalmany, un/poorly protected, delicate moves, and the landing zone is userunfriendly - think "broken ankles/tibia, hence the R. After surmounting the initial difficulties, a generously proportioned, ledge provides the traveler with a welcomed respite prior to attacking the classic fist/hand crack that merits this one the 3 stars.

The obvious black seam/crack in the wall above and behind Pee Wee Pillar.If you'd prefer to top-rope it, the chain anchors are easily and safely accessed from the Rock Stacker Trail. Look down to locate the "single ring anchor" at the top of Pee Wee Pillar.

Small wires and cams to 3"