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The power to use the abilities of a Bean-nighe. Variation of Banshee Physiology.

Also Called[]

  • Washing Woman Physiology
  • Washer at The Ford Physiology
  • Nigheag Physiology

Capabilities[]

Users of this power can mimic the traits of a Bean-nighe (or are a member of said species), the Bean-nighe is a type of banshee from Scottish folklore that would take the form of an ugly old woman who sat by rivers or streams washing clothes, they were said to predict death and misfortune, often mourning over the clothes of those destined to die.

Despite their frightening appearance the Bean-nighe were completely neutral entities and could grant wishes or bestow knowledge upon those who approached them respectfully, they could also be forced to grant similar boons if someone sneaked up on them and restrained them but forcing such things from the Bean-nighe could carry significant danger as she could cause people who displeased her to lose the ability to use their limbs, effectively paralysing them.

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Limitations[]

  • Can be overpowered if a person manages to sneak up upon them, allowing them to force wishes or other boons from them.

Known Users[]

  • Bean-nighe (Scottish Folklore)
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