In the misty glens of Scotland roams a solitary fae known as Ly Erg. He is often found near a body of water, the element most associated with his nature. Despite his watery affinity, Ly Erg’s overwhelming wish is to be a warrior. His head must be filled with stories of the great olden heroes,… Continue reading Mythic Monday: Scottish Ly Erg
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Mythic Monday: The Boobrie by Flossie Benton Rogers
Not to be confused with a Kelpie, the Boobrie is a Scottish fae that possesses the wondrous ability to shapeshift into a water horse. Since the Boobrie salivates at the thought of cows and fat lambs—its favorite snacks, along with succulent otters, ships transporting barnyard animals along the coast of Scotland risk being accosted.… Continue reading Mythic Monday: The Boobrie by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: Thomas the Rhymer by Flossie Benton Rogers
Now that we’re properly besotted with Outlander the television series as well as Diana Gabaldon’s books, it’s time for a little excursion into Scotland. Born in 1220 in Ercel’s Down, Scotland, the man who came to be known as Thomas the Rhymer was both a poet and a seer. His power of prophecy came from… Continue reading Mythic Monday: Thomas the Rhymer by Flossie Benton Rogers