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Crom Dubh

Crom Dubh is a character from Irish mythology who is often shown as a figure with horns and a dark, menacing presence. Think of him like a big, scary monster in a storybook.

People would tell stories about Crom Dubh to scare each other or to explain what they thought were strange and mysterious things happening in the world around them. Just like how your parents might tell you a spooky story to make you jump or giggle.

Even though Crom Dubh is just a character in old stories, some people still talk about him today as a way of remembering their cultural heritage and the beliefs of their ancestors. Just like you might talk about a favorite character from a book or movie you really like.
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