Tag: water spirit
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In Scottish folklore, the each-uisge is a legendary water horse known for its ominous presence in the Highlands. The term each-uisge translates to “water horse” in Scottish Gaelic, with its Irish counterpart referred to as each-uisace, or Ech-Ushkya, and the cabyll-ushtey being the equivalent found on the Isle of Man. This formidable creature is renowned…
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Understanding the Each Uisge: Scotland’s Most Fearsome Water Spirit Often confused with their smaller and less perilous counterpart, the Kelpie, the Each Uisge holds a notorious reputation as one of the most menacing water spirits throughout Scotland and the broader British Isles. This mix-up is understandable due to shared attributes. Both the Each Uisge and…