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The Genealogy of Heroes

by Rob Henderson, for Lughnasadh 2001

Adapted from the 1997 version by Kami Landy

Who shall sing of the heroes of Ana?
Who shall praise them and honor the gods?
I sing as the bards in the duns sang of old.
I sing of the honor that comes to our land.

First hear of Cian, Lugh Lamfada's father.
He bearded wild Balor his daughter to win.
And of his son, 'Mildanach, head of our tribe.
His was the feat that brought Tuath together.

Who followed Lugh? CuChullain so brave.
Foster-son, well loved of Emer, heroic champion.
Now jump the water, our tribe see begun.
Fox our wise leader decreeing these games.

First winner Strider, stalwart great pine.
Followed by Derek, as tall and as fine.
Showing his boldness, thrice has he led,
Hero and champion, come to our aid.
Next to the fore, sturdy and true
Came Davroz, whose courage and wit saw him through.
The following year, brave Toad was our ace
Winning four ribbons, three of them first place.

This year, see our champion Michael,
Beloved of Kami, father of Timothy and Gareth
Three blue ribbons has he won
Under the bright hot August son
Next Matthew the strong, and Steven the fast
Their great feats connect us to heroes of the past

Three heroes behold now, and chieftain among us,
And fair be the judgement - all are our heroes.
So toast to the gods now, who granted this greatness,
And praise to the feats that bring honor among us.