1. Banshee
The Banshee, or “bean sí” in Irish, is a spectral figure in Irish folklore renowned for her mournful wail that heralds the death of a family member. Traditionally, she is associated with families of pure Irish descent, often those with surnames beginning with “O'” or “Mac.” Descriptions of the Banshee vary; she may appear as a young maiden, a stately matron, or an old, haggard woman, each form embodying different aspects of the Celtic goddess of war and death. Her wail, known as “keening,” is said to be so piercing that it can shatter glass, serving as a harbinger of impending death (irishpost.com).
