Irish Fairy Tales · Character

Branduv

A warrior of the Fianna, known for his dark hair and fierce nature.

minor

First appearance: the enchanted cave of cesh corran

Branduv's tie to Mongan is one of the pressures that moves Irish Fairy Tales—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

King of Leinster who owns the white cows and desires Duv Laca; he proposes the exchange with Mongan.

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Branduv first appears in 0062 the enchanted cave of cesh corran.

With Mongan (rivalry): Branduv is a supernatural adversary of Mongan, often engaging in magical conflict with him. With Mongan (rivalry): Branduv is a supernatural adversary of Mongan, often engaging in magical conflict with him. With Mongan (rivalry): Branduv is a supernatural adversary of Mongan, often engaging in magical conflict with him.

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Character Web

19 connections

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Relationship types

Rivalry
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Character groups

Fianna warriors and foes
Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

Mongan
rivalry · negative
Branduv is a supernatural adversary of Mongan, often engaging in magical conflict with… How this plays out →
Mongan
rivalry · negative
Branduv is a supernatural adversary of Mongan, often engaging in magical conflict with… How this plays out →
Mongan
rivalry · negative
Branduv is a supernatural adversary of Mongan, often engaging in magical conflict with… How this plays out →

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In the story

Branduv appears across 5 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

The Bargain of the White Cows
King of Leinster who owns the white cows and desires Duv Laca; he proposes the exchange with Mongan.
XI
The King of Leinster who comes to claim Duv Laca as part of a previous bargain, showing determination and desire.
XII
King of Leinster, overwhelmed with joy and love for Duv Laca, agrees to her boon despite his dismay.
XIII
The King of Leinster who took Duv Laca away; will consult wizards to learn Mongan's whereabouts.
The Hag of the Mill
King of Leinster who becomes infatuated with the hag Ivell, gives away treasures, and is tricked into marrying the hag.

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