effulgentpoet:mythology aesthetics PÚCAIn Celtic folklore, the púca is a fairy-like cr
effulgentpoet:mythology aesthetics PÚCAIn Celtic folklore, the púca is a fairy-like creature, said to be shape-shifters who could take the appearance of various animals. They may also take a human form, which includes animal features, such as ears or a tail. They have a proclivity for mischief, commonly said to take the form of a horse, and entice humans to take a ride on their back, giving the rider a wild and terrifying journey before dropping the unlucky person back at the place they were taken from. Children were warned not to eat overripe blackberries, because this was a sign that the púca had befouled them. The púca has the power of human speech, and has been known to give advice and lead people away from harm. Though the púca enjoys confusing and even terrifying humans, it is often considered to be benevolent. -- source link