Origin: Scotland
Description: The Tarans are the spirits of unbaptized
children. They are condemned to wander
the world crying out until Doomsday.
Disposition: Like many spirits, the Tarans aren’t
particularly friendly and you could very well die if you meet one. Holy water and shouting a baptismal rite at
them might help, but I wouldn’t count on it.
Scotland! What a great place to go to! :)
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I've always wanted to go to Scotland. My husband went on a walking tour a few years ago. I should have gone, but hanging out with a bunch of guys didn't sound like much fun.
DeleteNasty little critters! I wouldn't have any holy water on me anyway, so I'd have to run!
ReplyDeleteNo holy water here. I'd have to use my wits. I think I'd be SOL.
DeleteThis one's not as fun as the hot (though usually dangerous) dude fae folk. But still, I like it. :)
ReplyDeleteI know. Most fae are rather unattractive. It's disappointing.
DeleteAll my family are Scots (except me - I'm the only one born in England for many generations) - I've never heard of this term, before! You learn something new everyday! :-O
ReplyDeleteSueH I refuse to go quietly!
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There is so much to Scottish folklore that I could devote months and months if not years to it. Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteMy husband is Scottish. I could see his mother 'handling' one of these Tarans. She's a bit scary too! ;-)
ReplyDeleteMILs are scary anyway. Add Scottish to the mix... Double scary!
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