Name pronunciation: KEL-peez General Information: Kelpies are the most common water spirits in Scottish folklore, and they are deeply feared as malevolent, shape-shifting beings. Although they are often described as water horses, these spirits personify the dangerous...
Cireinn-croin is widely considered the largest animal to have ever existed in the world according to Scottish Gaelic folklore. Consequently, its name has become synonymous with the terrifying and untamable power of the North Atlantic. While many cultures have legends...
The Wizard of Gordonstoun looked behind him. The Devil’s black stallion was gaining on him. The hellhounds were snapping at the heels of the wizard’s horse. In one last desperate attempt, the wizard pressed his heels into his horse’s flanks. The beast charged forward,...
Name pronunciation: RED-cap (also known as POW-ree) General Information: The Redcap is a fearsome member of the Unseelie Court that most certainly wishes harm upon humans. These malignant faeries originate from the Scottish Borders and are known for their extreme...
Imbolc is a festival which pre-dates the arrival of Christianity in Scotland. The Coming of Christianity In the dawning of time, when Christian missionaries first arrived on Scotland’s shores, they faced a colossal challenge. They were dealing with a strange mix of...
Name pronunciation: BREE-juh (with a lightly rolled R) (Also seen as: Brigid, Brighid, Brigit, Brigantia, St Bride) General Information: Brìde is a powerful figure in Scottish tradition, linked to spring, light, healing, and the turning of the seasons. In Scotland,...