Balor
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In Irish mythology, Balor or Balar was a leader of the Fomorians, a group of malevolent supernatural beings, and considered the most formidable. He is often described as a giant with a large eye that
Tor Mór on Tory Island, the setting of some versions of Balor's folktale
Lugh
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Lugh or Lug is a figure in Irish mythology. A member of the Tuatha Dé Danann, a group of supernatural beings, Lugh is portrayed as a warrior, a king, a master craftsman and a saviour. He is associated
Balor
…wreaks destruction when opened. Balor takes part in the Battle of Mag Tuired, and is primarily known from the tale in which he is killed by his grandson Lugh of the Tuatha Dé Danann, son of Cian. He has been interpreted as a personification of the scorching sun, and has also been likened to figures from other…
Illustration of Lugh's magical spear by H. R. Millar
Sign in County Louth with the variant genitive form Lughai for the county, which makes the connection to Lugh more explicit.