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S6 E3 Mythological Cycle: Nemed

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This begins the story of Ireland's third mythical invasion, where tragedy strikes before Nemed even sets foot on land. His wife Macha dies within days of their arrival, leaving him to lead a broken people on a cursed island. The ancient Fomorians attack immediately, burning settlements and stealing livestock. Nemed proves himself a fierce warrior, killing their kings in three successive battles. But each victory costs him a son.

When Nemed dies suddenly of illness, his people discover that winning battles means nothing without strong leadership. The Fomorians return with a vengeance, conquering the settlements and imposing the most brutal tax imaginable: two-thirds of all grain, cattle, and children, collected every Halloween. For years the Nemedians watch their harvests disappear and their children march away to slavery. Nemed's surviving son decides he has had enough. He raises an army of 60,000 warriors for one final desperate assault.

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This begins the story of Ireland's third mythical invasion, where tragedy strikes before Nemed even sets foot on land. His wife Macha dies within days of their arrival, leaving him to lead a broken people on a cursed island. The ancient Fomorians attack immediately, burning settlements and stealing livestock. Nemed proves himself a fierce warrior, killing their kings in three successive battles. But each victory costs him a son.

When Nemed dies suddenly of illness, his people discover that winning battles means nothing without strong leadership. The Fomorians return with a vengeance, conquering the settlements and imposing the most brutal tax imaginable: two-thirds of all grain, cattle, and children, collected every Halloween. For years the Nemedians watch their harvests disappear and their children march away to slavery. Nemed's surviving son decides he has had enough. He raises an army of 60,000 warriors for one final desperate assault.

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#QuestForPower #HistoryPodcast #IrishMythology #Legends #MythologicalCycle #Mythology #IrishHistory

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