Connla

Stories tagged Connla:

• The Death of Aífe's Only Son Aug 13, 2025

  

  Among the most sorrowful tales in all the chronicles of Ireland is the story of Connla, son of Aífe, and how he met his death at the hands of his own father. It is a tale that shows how even the greatest heroes can be brought low by fate, and how the bonds of sacred obligation can lead to the most terrible of tragedies.

  The Warrior Woman of Alba

  During his training with Scáthach on the Isle of Skye, young Cú Chulainn had encountered Aífe, the warrior woman of Alba. She was Scáthach’s sister and rival, nearly equal to her in skill and surpassing her in fierce pride. Their rivalry was ancient and bitter, fought out through generations of students and champions.