The post explores Irish folklore surrounding merrows, mythical sea creatures resembling mermaids and mermen, and their need for an enchanted cap to venture onto land. It describes their physical traits, contrasting personalities, and legends, alongside selkies, who transform between seals and humans, showcasing a similar cultural significance in mythology.
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