The tale of Sleeping Beauty is a classic fairy tale that has been retold and reimagined in various forms over the years. One common version of the story involves an evil witch who places a curse on the beautiful princess, causing her to fall into a deep sleep. This curse can only be broken by true love's kiss. The evil witch is often depicted as a dark and sinister character, filled with malice and envy. Her motives for cursing the princess can vary, but one common theme is her jealousy towards the princess' beauty and happiness. In some versions of the story, the evil witch may also have a personal vendetta against the princess or her family, seeking revenge for past wrongs.
A once prosperous people, a heightening conflict arose between the Gilneans and the Lupoj'inini and skirmishes began to appear. Much to the misfortune of the Natives, the Gilnean people had Matoaka had long known of the Kal'dorei druid named Thearius, and with his help the Lupoj'inini "mastered" what was previous known as the pack form, despite the barring of it's usage by Malfurion Stormrage. Though many decades had passed and the usage of such a form had died out among the remaining members of the Lupoj'Drassil Clan, the Matriarch still practices her own use of it, and hopes for a reemergence of such a form in the future of her Clan.
Though many decades had passed and the usage of such a form had died out among the remaining members of the Lupoj Drassil Clan, the Matriarch still practices her own use of it, and hopes for a reemergence of such a form in the future of her Clan. They are believed to have been one of the few Human tribes that landed in what today is referred to as Gilneas before it became a Kingdom, though this is but a rumor spread by the cave paintings in the first Den, within the Northern Woods of Kentillie.
In some versions of the story, the evil witch may also have a personal vendetta against the princess or her family, seeking revenge for past wrongs. The evil witch's curse is a pivotal moment in the story, as it sets the princess on a path of slumber and waiting for her true love to awaken her. The curse creates a sense of suspense and tension, as the fate of the princess hangs in the balance.
Sons of the parson
The Macpherson clan originated from a Mac a Phearsoin, meaning Son of the Parson. The idea that a man took his name from the son of a clergyman, in the days well before the Reformation, when the church was based solidly on Roman Catholicism is quite possible given the circumstances.
The old Celtic church was frequently responsible for clergy who could marry and, within the ancient and titled families, the role of clergyman was taken up as a matter of right by the sons and relatives of gentry. A lengthy distance from Rome no doubt helped.
So the name, Macpherson must frequently originate from widely, unrelated parts of Scotland, as many would take their name as being son of the parson in that area.
The first to appear on record, though, is one Donald Minpersuyn in 1335. He belonged to the family by the same name associated with the Argyllshire church of St Columba in Glasery. By 1420 another Macpherson was the rector in the same parish: but it is accepted that their chief of the Macpherson Clan, Macpherson of Cluny is descended from the clan Mhuirich in Strathnairn, Strathdearn and Badenoch.
These Macphersons belong to the Clan Chattan, which was a loose association of sixteen clans, descended on either male or female line from a chief called Gillechattan, whom the old Gaelic genealogists trace from Fercharthge Lond, King of Lorn, who died in 697. The Macphersons are supposed to descend from the male line, the Mackintoshes from the female line, although this is not actually proven.
The connection with the parson derives from the Gilliechattan; he is referred to as a cleric, and his progeny are mentioned as hereditary lay clergy of the areas around Kingussie. One of them, Duncan, son of Kenneth appears in 1438 as Duncan of the Parson. From him the chief of the Clan Vuireach takes the name of Macpherson.
This Duncan the parson must have been important because MacDonald, Lord of the Isles, promptly imprisoned him.
The chief of the clan was eventually recognised as the Macpherson of Cluny, first coming to notice in the 16th century, when he held huge tracts of land from Kingussie to Ben Alder and Loch Laggan, and along a stretch of the River Spey.
In 1688, a chief of Mackintosh was intent on punishing the MacDonalds for an old score. He had summoned the other chiefs to help him. The chief of the Mackintoshes would have considered himself superior to Macpherson, as in 1609 the Macpherson chiefs had signed a bond, along with all the other branches of the clan chiefs, acknowledging the Mackintosh as head of the clan Chattan.
But on this occasion Macpherson and Grant of Grant refused to assist him.
Mackintosh was furious, and before marching on to Glen Roy to do battle with the MacDonalds, he took care to make sure he wrote to the Earl of Perth, bringing this lack of subservience to his notice and requesting that the Earl of Perth should take such action as he saw fit against the two chiefs.
That night the MacDonalds assembled at Mulroy, on the tip of a hill, waiting for Mackintosh who, advancing the following morning was routed and captured. However, Macpherson of Cluny heard of this and rushed upon the MacDonalds who, too battle weary to fight, made their peace with Macpherson who insisted that Mackintosh was surrendered to him.
Mackintosh, no doubt humiliated and mortified was, however, taken by Macpherson to his home, and treated with great courtesy and charm.
This skirmish was seen in clan history as the last real clan battle.
The evil witch's power is often seen as unbreakable, making the quest for true love's kiss even more challenging. Throughout the tale, the evil witch may try to thwart the efforts of the prince or any other potential suitors who dare to try and awaken the princess. She may create obstacles and traps, testing their commitment and determination. Despite her wickedness, the evil witch ultimately becomes a catalyst for the development of the story and the characters involved. In some versions of the story, the evil witch may experience a change of heart or redemption towards the end. This can add complexity to the character and offer a glimmer of hope for her redemption. However, in other versions, the evil witch maintains her villainous nature until the very end. Overall, the evil witch in Sleeping Beauty serves as a powerful antagonist, driving the conflict and making the quest for true love's kiss all the more challenging. Her dark and malevolent nature creates a sense of danger and suspense, making the tale a timeless classic..
Reviews for "The Role of Fate and Destiny in the Story of the Evil Witch from Sleeping Beauty"
1) Jessica - 2 stars
I was really disappointed with "Evil Witch Sleeping Beauty". The story was poorly written and lacked originality. The characters were flat and the plot was predictable. Overall, it was a letdown and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a captivating fairytale retelling.
2) Michael - 1 star
I can't believe I wasted my time reading "Evil Witch Sleeping Beauty". The writing was amateurish and the dialogue felt forced. The story had potential, but it fell flat. The characters were one-dimensional and I couldn't connect with any of them. I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone.
3) Sarah - 2 stars
"Evil Witch Sleeping Beauty" was a disappointment. The pacing was off, and the story felt rushed. The characters were underdeveloped, and I didn't feel invested in what happened to them. The overall execution fell short, leaving me bored and uninterested. I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for a captivating fairytale retelling.
4) David - 2 stars
I had high hopes for "Evil Witch Sleeping Beauty", but it failed to deliver. The writing was subpar, with awkward phrasing and repetitive descriptions. The plot was lackluster and lacked originality. The characters felt shallow and I couldn't connect with any of them. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and wouldn't recommend it.
5) Emily - 3 stars
"Evil Witch Sleeping Beauty" had potential, but it didn't live up to my expectations. The writing style was decent, but the pacing was uneven. The plot had some interesting elements, but it felt disjointed at times. The characters were intriguing, but their development was lacking. While it wasn't the worst book I've read, I wouldn't necessarily recommend it either.