Uisín

Uisín is a character from Irish mythology, most notably appearing in the Ulster Cycle. He is the son of Fionnuala, a daughter of Lir, and is associated with the tale of the Children of Lir. In this story, Uisín and his siblings were transformed into swans by their stepmother Aoife as a curse, forced to spend nine hundred years in this form. Uisín is often depicted as one of the three children who endured this transformation, alongside his brother Conn and sister Fionnuala. The narrative focuses on their long suffering and eventual release from the enchantment. He is a figure representing endurance and the passage of time within the mythological context of Ireland. The story of the Children of Lir, and by extension Uisín, is one of the most famous and poignant tales in Irish folklore, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and supernatural transformation. His role, while often overshadowed by the overarching narrative of his siblings, is integral to the emotional weight and enduring legacy of the legend.