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The question as to the essential nature of fairies has been the topic of myths, stories, and scholarly papers for a very long time.
A fairy (sometimes seen as faery, faerie, or even fae; collectively wee folk) is a spirit or supernatural being that is found in the legends, folklore, and mythology of many different cultures. There are many definitions of what constitutes a fairy, sometimes describing any magical creature, like a goblin or gnome , and at other times to describe a specific type of creature, with short wings.They are generally portrayed as humanoid in their appearance and have supernatural abilities such as the ability to fly, cast spells and to influence or foresee the future. Although in modern culture they are often depicted as young, sometimes winged, females of small stature, they originally were of a much different image: tall, angelic beings and short, wizened trolls being some of the commonly mentioned fay. The small, gauzy-winged fairies that are commonly depicted today did not appear until the 1800s.
When considered as beings that a person might actually encounter, fairies were noted for their mischief and malice. For instance, "elf-locks" are tangles that are put in the hair of sleepers.
This fantasy faery is from the depths of the ocean to your home. She is a keeper of the light with her whimsical red hair and her protective Sun shield. May possibly bring the ocean breezes in your direction to cool the red hot energy she also omits.
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