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Death Omens 7

Amadán Mór, Amadán na Bruidne (Fool of the Forth)

Ireland. Can cripple, disfigure, or kill humans with his touch. The touch can be counteracted by praying. Amadán also means food. (31)
A nephew of Arthur: Bear and the hero of the Irish romance Eachtra An Amada Mór. Because his brothers were killed for plotting against Arthur, he was raised in obscurity in the woods. When he grew up he became a mighty warrior, defeating Gawain, the Purple Knight, the Red Knight, and the Speckled Knight. (6)
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