Dinnshenchas Land of Origin: Ireland. Other Origins: None known. Other Names: None known. Element: Fire. Appearance and Temperament: The Dinnshenchas (Din-sheen-k'has) are dwarf faeries in the service of the Irish Goddess Aine, who is both a cattle Goddess and a Goddess who protects women. They have been said to shapeshift into any form to help avenge women harmed by men. They also guard cattle. Time Most Active: Unknown. Lore: It is unclear whether the stories about the Dinnshenchas avenging wronged women are merely a wish-fullfillment thought-form or not. Aine was raped by a Connacht king. She later slew her attacker, and was elevated in the folklore of the early centuries of this era to the status of a patron Goddess of wronged women. The Dinnshenchas is also the name of a collection of old Irish stories. Where to Find Them: In pastures, or at the shrines to Aine which are to be found in her home county. Kilkenny. How to Contact: Ritual invocation at your circle or during spells for the protection of women. Design a ritual to contact Aine and draw her power into you. Magickal and Ritual Help: It is likely that Aine and her faeries can be called upon to protect and give strength and courage to women, and to guard and watch over cattle. In a ritual situation, ask that she allow the Dinnshenchas to guard you if you are approaching a difficult or dangerous situation. | 
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