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Of all the trees, the Oak
is the one with the most powerful and sacred reputation. Many trees are the haunts of
Fairies. Wood elves will adopt a tree to such an extent, that they actually become
part of the tree.
Oakmen: English wood
spirits, (Oakmen), are often hostile to man, though sympathetic to wild life.
'Faeries' by Brian Froud
and Alan Lee
"Fairy folkes are in old Oakes.' Many trees are the haunts of Faerie. Humans
foolish enough to pass by a host-tree late at night find their arms bruised or pinched by
small faerie fingers. Three Thorn trees growing closely together at an acute angle are
especially potent and should be approached warily if at all. Or on the other hand, Thorn
tree branches can be hung with ribbons and even rags as propitiating gifts for the
faeries.
The trees most favored
by the faeries are the Blackthorn, Hazel, Alder, Elder and Oak. Elementals and strange
creatures haunt these trees, especially if twisted together; two Thorns and an Elder are
thought to be a particularly dangerous combination. So are Oak, Ash and Thorn. Strangely,
however, a twig from each bound together with red thread is a protective charm against
evil and hostile spirits.
In General, However, one
should beware of faerie trees for they are fiercely protected. As with all things faerie,
one must approach the benefits with caution."
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