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Sometimes called the Ossianic Cycle [2] / ˌ ɒ ʃ i ˈ æ n ɪ k / after its narrator Oisín, it is one of the four groupings of Irish mythology along with the Mythological Cycle, the Ulster Cycle, and the Kings' Cycles. Timewise, the Fenian cycle is the third, between the Ulster and Kings' cycles.
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The Mythological Cycle is a conventional grouping within Irish mythology. It consists of tales and poems about the god-like Tuatha Dé Danann , who are based on Ireland's pagan deities, [ 1 ] and other mythical races such as the Fomorians and the Fir Bolg . [ 2 ]
The fianna are the focus of a body of Irish legends known as the Fíanaigecht, 'Fianna Cycle' or 'Fenian Cycle'. Most are about the adventures and heroic deeds of Finn (or Fionn) mac Cumhaill and his fían members. In earlier tales, the various fianna groups are depicted as roving hunter-warriors, and there are many pagan and magical elements. [10]
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Toggle Fenian Cycle subsection. 3.1 The Fianna. 3.2 Other characters. ... Figures in Irish mythology include the following: Mythological Cycle. Tuatha Dé Danann
Oscar (oscara = "deer/god friend") is a figure in the Fenian Cycle of Irish mythology.He is the son of Oisín (the son of the epic hero Fionn mac Cumhail) and Niamh, and the brother of Plúr na mBan and Finn; his bride is called Malvina. [1]
Cath Gabhra (English: The Battle of Gabhair or Gowra) is a narrative of the Fenian Cycle of Irish mythology. It tells of the destruction of the fianna and the deaths of most of its warriors in a battle against the forces of High King Cairbre Lifechair. It is notable for depicting the fianna, the heroes of the cycle, in a negative light. [1]