Evergreen Wind
O I forbid ye, maidens a'
Who wear gold in yer hair
To take the road tae Carterhaugh
For young Tam Lin is there.
These are the words inscribed on the base of the wooden statue known throughout occult circles as "The Dancing Fae". The true title and artist of the sculpture are unknown. It has been sighted multiple times since the late 15th Century, but not even the most die-hard scholars of Celtic Fae lore know how many of those sightings are legitimate, and how many might be forgeries.
Despite its whimsical name, the Dancing Fae is a transcendently realistic depiction of a female Fae holding up her hands in apparent terror. Despite its age, it shows no signs of wear and tear, and appears to be brand new. Several legends surround the statue.
- It is believed to possess healing powers, curing illness and wounds of its possessor and anyone in proximity to it for any length of time.
- When in the light of the full moon, the shadow of the statue is said to move as though being lit by a flickering firelight. It is from this phenomenon that the statue derives its name.
- It has been said that faint, muffled screams can be heard from whichever room the Fae is kept in. This, too, is said to happen on the night of the full moon, and only if the statue is unattended.
- The Dancing Fae is believed to tie directly into the legend of Tam Lin.
- Some say it is a depiction of the Queen of the Fae, upon learning Tam Lin intended to leave her.
- Others say it is meant to be one of Tam Lin's many Fae lovers.
- Still others say it is meant to represent Janet, from the same poem, and that the wings are simply artistic license.
No one knows for certain the source of the statue, or the truth of the rumors, but it remains a highly sought-after occult item.
