Twrch

Twrch is a legendary wild boar that features prominently in Welsh mythology, most notably in the Mabinogi tale of "Owain". It is described as a monstrous creature, larger and more ferocious than any ordinary boar. Its tusks are said to be capable of felling trees and are incredibly sharp.

In the tale of Owain, the boar is a terror to the land, laying waste to crops and posing a significant threat to people and livestock. Owain, a knight of King Arthur, is tasked with hunting and killing the Twrch. The hunt is a perilous undertaking, involving many brave knights and requiring great skill and courage. The Twrch is eventually defeated, but not without considerable effort and loss. The story of the Twrch serves as a classic example of a hero's quest to vanquish a fearsome beast, a common motif in folklore and legend. The creature embodies the wild, untamed forces of nature that heroes are often called upon to overcome.