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Trendhorn

By Bard Mythologies

Overview: Trendhorn was a servant in the court of King Conor MacNessa, who was employed by the king on a spying mission. Stories of Deirdre: Conor MacNessa had sent word to the exiles Deirdre and the sons of Ushna that it was now safe for them to return to Ireland. He declared that Fergus MacRoy, […]

Filed Under: Irish Character Profiles Tagged With: Ulster Cycle

Sleeping Ulstermen

By Bard Mythologies

Background: Once a year the men of Ulster were stricken down with a sickness that lasted for nine days. During this time they were vulnerable and helpless and the reason was an ancient curse laid on them by the goddess Macha. The Curse of Macha: Macha was one of the great Celtic goddesses with responsibility […]

Filed Under: Irish Character Profiles Tagged With: Ulster Cycle

Niall

By Bard Mythologies

Background: Niall was the youngest son of the king. He himself reigned as king, and so did his descendants for 26 generations. The Story of Niall: The high king of Ireland, Eochaidh Mugmedon, had four sons by his first wife by Mongfind, and a fifth son by his second wife, Caireann Chasdubh. While Caireann was […]

Filed Under: Irish Character Profiles Tagged With: King Cycle

Naoise

By Bard Mythologies

Overview Naoise was one of the three sons of Uisneach, and his tale forms part of the Ulster cycle. He figures in the story of Deirdre, who was foretold as the cause of great sorrow to Ulster before she was born. Stories of Naoise: It was said that she would be very beautiful but that […]

Filed Under: Irish Character Profiles Tagged With: Ulster Cycle

Morrigán

By Bard Mythologies

Background Morrigán means “phantom queen” and the Morrigán in Irish Mythology was a deity who could change shape and would influence the outcome in battles by playing with armies psychologically. Rather like Dionysus in Greek myth, the Morrigán could embody the darker side of nature, and work through alternate means, whether through drink or metamorphosis. […]

Filed Under: Irish Character Profiles Tagged With: Ulster Cycle

Midir

By Bard Mythologies

Overview Midir was one of the lesser lords of the Tuatha de Danann and is said to be responsible for crafting the rivers and lakes in the Irish countryside. 
Stories of Midir The main story concerning Midir relates to his courtship of the fairy maiden Etain. He took her as his consort, thus enraging his […]

Filed Under: Irish Character Profiles Tagged With: Mythological Cycle

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