Cymidei Cymeinfoll facts for kids
Cymidei Cymeinfoll is a powerful giantess from Irish mythology. Her name might mean something like "pregnant in battle" or "big belly of battle" in the Welsh language. She is mentioned in an ancient Welsh story called the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.
Cymidei had a unique and incredible ability: she gave birth to a fully grown and armed warrior every six weeks!
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Cymidei's Family and the Magic Cauldron
Cymidei was married to Llasar Llaes Gyfnewid, who was smaller than her. They lived together under a lake in Ireland. They were the guardians of a very special item called the Cauldron of Regeneration.
The Cauldron's Power
The Cauldron of Regeneration had amazing magical powers. If dead warriors were placed inside it, they would come back to life! However, there was a catch: the warriors who returned to life from the cauldron could not speak.
Life in Ireland and a Dangerous Escape
The king of Ireland in the story, Matholwch, welcomed Cymidei, Llasar, and their cauldron into his kingdom.
A King's Betrayal
Over time, King Matholwch grew tired of Cymidei and her family. He tried to get rid of them in a very dangerous way. But Cymidei and Llasar were clever and strong. They managed to escape from Ireland, taking the precious Cauldron of Regeneration with them.
Journey to Wales
Cymidei and Llasar traveled all the way to Wales. There, they met Bendigeidfran, who was a powerful king. As a gift to make peace and show their gratitude, they gave the magical cauldron to Bendigeidfran.
A Royal Wedding Guest
Cymidei and Llasar are also mentioned as special guests at a very important event: the wedding of Branwen. Branwen was Bendigeidfran's sister, and she married King Matholwch of Ireland.
