The Skull Witch Nemain is a character in Irish mythology, often depicted as a female entity with a skeletal appearance. She is associated with war, death, and chaos, and is said to cause havoc and destruction wherever she goes. Nemain is sometimes described as a goddess or a spirit, and she is closely linked to battlefields and the aftermath of war. According to myth, she would appear on the battlefield as a terrifying figure, bringing terror and confusion to both sides of the conflict. Her presence was believed to incite madness and bloodlust in warriors, inspiring them to fight ferociously and without mercy. In some tales, Nemain is portrayed as a messenger of death, appearing to warriors shortly before their demise.
Poedb amulet
+100 to maximum Mana
(16–24) % increased maximum Mana
(80–100) % increased Mana Regeneration Rate
Items and Gems have 25 % reduced Attribute Requirements
(Attributes are Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence)
+25 % to Cold Resistance
Minions have (10–15) % increased maximum Life
Minions convert 50 % of Physical Damage to Cold Damage
Minions deal (25–35) to (50–65) additional Cold Damage
Minions deal no Non-Cold Damage
+25 % to Cold Resistance
Minions have (10–15) % increased maximum Life
Minions have (10–15) % increased Movement Speed
Minions deal (25–35) to (50–65) additional Cold Damage
(10–15) % reduced Mana Cost of Minion Skills
Adds (48–53) to (58–60) Chaos Damage
Items and Gems have 50 % increased Attribute Requirements
Chaos Damage can Ignite, Chill and Shock
Gain Soul Eater for 20 seconds when you use a Vaal Skill
(Attributes are Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence)
Adds (22–27) to (34–38) Fire Damage
Adds (20–23) to (31–35) Cold Damage
Adds (1–3) to (47–52) Lightning Damage
Gain up to maximum Power Charges when you use a Vaal Skill
Gain 10 Life per Enemy Hit if you have used a Vaal Skill Recently
10 % increased Movement Speed if you have used a Vaal Skill Recently
(Recently refers to the past 4 seconds)
+100 to maximum Life
(20–25) % increased Life Regeneration rate
Items and Gems have 25 % reduced Attribute Requirements
(Attributes are Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence)
(Attributes are Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence) (20–30) % increased Mana Regeneration Rate
+(60–80) to maximum Life
+(10–40) % to Fire Resistance
+(10–40) % to Cold Resistance
+(10–40) % to Lightning Resistance
Gain (25–35) % of Missing Unreserved Life before being Hit by an Enemy
Vendor recipe
Equip Recipe /1
| Offer | Your Offer | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Paua Amulet (rare) | 7x Iron Ring (magic or rare) 1x Paua Ring (rare) | The resulting Paua Amulet will have the same item level as the Paua Ring; the item level of the Iron Rings is irrelevant. For the Iron Rings the 5-to-1 recipe for an unidentified magic or rare Iron Ring takes precedence over this recipe, so 4 magic and 3 rare rings (or vice versa) must be used. Recipe produces a shaper paua amulet if all used rings are shaped. |
Poedb amulet
+(80–120) to Accuracy Rating
+(80–100) to Evasion Rating
+(210–240) % to Global Critical Strike Multiplier
(10–15) % increased Light Radius
-40 % less Critical Strike Chance
Critical Strikes have Culling Strike
(Culling Strike means enemies that are on 10% or lower life after your Hit are Killed)
(15–20) % increased Cast Speed
+(40–70) to maximum Mana +(20–30) to Intelligence
Grants Level 10 Purity of Elements Skill
+(10–20) to all Attributes
+(20–40) to maximum Life
+(5–10) % to all Elemental Resistances
(Attributes are Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence)
+(10–15) to all Attributes
50 % increased Lightning Damage
(10–20) % increased maximum Mana
Lightning Damage with Non-Critical Strikes is Lucky
(Attributes are Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence)
Trigger Level 30 Lightning Bolt when you deal a Critical Strike
(10–20) % increased maximum Mana
-30 % to Lightning Resistance
Critical Strike Chance is increased by Overcapped Lightning Resistance
(Overcapped Resistance is the amount by whch Uncapped Resistance is higher than Maximum Resistance)
(Uncapped Resistance is the value Resistance would have if ignoring Maximum Resistance)
(25–40) % increased Mana Regeneration Rate
+(15–25) % to all Elemental Resistances
+(30–40) % to Critical Strike Multiplier if you've gained a Power Charge Recently
(1–2) to (36–40) Lightning Damage per Power Charge
90 % less Power Charge Duration
Trigger Level 1 Lightning Bolt when you deal a Critical Strike
20 % increased Lightning Damage
(10–20) % increased maximum Mana
-30 % to Lightning Resistance
Critical Strike Chance is increased by Overcapped Lightning Resistance
(Overcapped Resistance is the amount by whch Uncapped Resistance is higher than Maximum Resistance)
(Uncapped Resistance is the value Resistance would have if ignoring Maximum Resistance)
+(20–25) % to all Elemental Resistances
(20–25) % chance to Freeze, Shock and Ignite
Cursed Enemies cannot inflict Elemental Ailments on You
(Freeze lowers Enemy Action Speed to zero, preventing them from acting. Duration is based on the Cold Damage of the Hit)
(Shock increases Damage taken by up to 50%, depending on the amount of Lightning Damage in the hit, for 2 seconds)
(Ignite deals Fire Damage over time, based on the base Fire Damage of the Skill, for 4 seconds)
(Elemental Ailments are Ignited, Scorched, Chilled, Frozen, Brittle, Shocked, and Sapped)
Poedb amulet
+(20–30) to maximum Energy Shield
+(30–40) to maximum Life
+(15–20) % to all Elemental Resistances
30 % reduced Endurance Charge Duration
30 % reduced Power Charge Duration
Gain an Endurance Charge when you lose a Power Charge
(60–100) % increased Mana Regeneration Rate
Regenerate 4 % of Life per second
Nearby Allies gain 80 % increased Mana Regeneration Rate
Nearby Allies gain 4 % of Life Regenerated per second
+(30–50) to maximum Life
+(50–70) to maximum Mana
+1 to Maximum Power Charges
10 % increased Mana Regeneration Rate per Power Charge
(80–100) % increased Power Charge Duration
1 % of Damage is taken from Mana before Life per Power Charge
40 % reduced Critical Strike Chance per Power Charge
+(30–50) to Strength
Recover 1 % of Life on Kill
5 % chance to grant Onslaught to nearby Enemies on Kill
5 % chance to grant Unholy Might to nearby Enemies on Kill
10 % chance to gain Onslaught for 10 seconds on Kill
10 % chance to gain Unholy Might for 10 seconds on Kill
(Onslaught grants 20% increased Attack, Cast, and Movement Speed)
(Unholy Might grants 30% of Physical Damage as extra Chaos Damage)
+(40–70) to maximum Mana
(-13–13) % to Chaos Resistance
-5 % to all maximum Resistances
Gain additional Elemental Damage Reduction equal to half your Chaos Resistance
(Maximum Resistances cannot be raised above 90%)
In some tales, Nemain is portrayed as a messenger of death, appearing to warriors shortly before their demise. She would whisper into their ears, filling their minds with thoughts of violence and destruction, ultimately leading them to their downfall. Her role as a harbinger of death and chaos earned her a fearsome reputation among the ancient Irish people.
Despite her association with war and destruction, Nemain is also linked to the healing arts and magic. Some legends describe her as a powerful witch who possesses great knowledge of herbs, potions, and spells. It is believed that she can both bring harm and provide healing, depending on her mood and intentions. The image of the Skull Witch Nemain is often depicted with skeletal features, including a skull-like face and bony fingers. She is typically clad in dark robes or armor, further emphasizing her association with death and destruction. Her presence is described as ominous and foreboding, capable of striking fear into the hearts of even the bravest warriors. In modern times, Nemain continues to be a popular figure in fantasy literature and art. Her dark and mysterious nature, combined with her association with war and magic, make her a captivating character to explore. Whether seen as a malevolent force or a misunderstood entity, the Skull Witch Nemain remains an intriguing figure in Irish mythology..
Reviews for "Cracking the Code: Deciphering the Mythology of Nemain, the Skull Witch"
1. John - 2 stars - I'm sorry, but "Skull witch nemain" just did not do it for me. The storyline was confusing and all over the place, making it hard to follow. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it difficult to connect or empathize with them. Additionally, the dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it a struggle to engage with the story. Overall, I found this book to be a disappointing read.
2. Emily - 1 star - I really wanted to like "Skull witch nemain" but unfortunately, I found it to be extremely predictable and cliché. The plot was unoriginal and lacked any surprises or twists, making it a dull and unexciting read. The characters were also typical and lacked any depth or development, making it hard to care about their fates. The writing style was mediocre at best, with overly descriptive passages that seemed to drag on forever. I was hoping for something fresh and unique, but this book failed to deliver.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - "Skull witch nemain" had an interesting concept, but the execution fell short for me. The pacing was slow and uneven, with long stretches of nothing happening followed by rushed and confusing action scenes. The world-building was also lacking, leaving me with many unanswered questions and a lack of understanding of the story's setting. The dialogue was stilted and awkward, making it hard to connect with the characters. Overall, I found this book to be a missed opportunity and a disappointing read.
4. Michael - 1 star - I had high hopes for "Skull witch nemain," but unfortunately, it was a major letdown. The writing was sloppy and disjointed, with numerous grammatical errors and confusing sentence structures. The characters were poorly developed and lacked any depth or complexity, making it hard to invest in their journey. The plot was convoluted and hard to follow, with important details and explanations missing. I found myself struggling to finish this book and ultimately felt unsatisfied with the overall reading experience.