Ethniu
Celtic (Irish) tradition. See the whole pantheon.
Key myth
In later folk versions Balor imprisoned his daughter in a tower because of a prophecy that his grandson would kill him; Cian reached her and Lugh was born. The medieval Cath Maige Tuired names her as Lugh's mother.
Where sources differ or caution applies. The tower story is from later tradition, not the oldest text.
Primary sources
- Cath Maige Tuired
- Lebor Gabála Érenn
All sources for the Celtic (Irish) pantheon
Lineage in the sources used: Balor.
