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The Lochlannachs

Viking-like invaders who appear in some tales.

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Also known as the Lochlannachs

First appearance: the enchanted cave of cesh corran

The Lochlannachs shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Invade Ireland but are defeated by Fionn and the Fianna.
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The Lochlannachs first appears in 0062 the enchanted cave of cesh corran.

In III: Invade Ireland but are defeated by Fionn and the Fianna.

Later, in VII: Fiachna's enemies; defeated in battle after the sheep are killed.

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FMFionn mac UailFFFiachna FinnMMManannán mac LirTBThe Black HagTFThe FiannaTLThe Lochlannachs

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  • Mythical beings, heroes, and antagonists
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  • Fianna warriors and foes
  • Core Fianna and rivals

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