Ashray Scots mythology: The Ashray or Asrai is a water faery which is completely translucent in appearance. They are unable to live on land and are completely nocturnal, so can only be found under water at night.
blether Scots verb: to chat
Brownie Scots mythology: also known as gruagach in Scots Gaelic, small household spirit, often dressed in rags, that does chores around the house and farm in return for offerings of food. If offered clothes or money they become offended and leave.
coorie doon Scots expression: snuggle down
caim Scots Gaelic, noun: sanctuary, magic circle of protection
fou’some Scots noun: a fullness or abundance
gi’ it laldy Scots expression: to do something with lots of energy and vigor
Ghillie Dhu Scots mythology: a solitary male faerie, wild and shy but kind to children. Dresses in leaves and moss, said to have dark hair, particularly fond of birch trees.
NicNevin Scots mythology: Queen of Elphame (Fairyland), her name means “daughter of the divine”, goddess of wisdom and magic.
scran Scots noun: food
Selkie Scots mythology: playful seals, they are able take off their fur coats and appear as beautiful humans. If you hide their skin, they can’t return to the water and are forced to remain human.