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| | Encyclopedia of the Celts : Cabal - Cynon |
 | | There is a striking similarity between this tale and 'The Marriage of Sir Gawain', or 'The Wife of Bath's Tale'. |
 | | There was, however, a more sinister reason given for their capture; it was said both in Scotland and Ireland that, once in a seven years, the fairies had to pay a tribute to Hell, and that they preferred to sacrifice mortals rather than their own kind. |
 | | No less terrifying were the appearance and gestures of the naked warriors in front, all of whom were in the prime of life and of excellent physique. |
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