In the tapestry of Estonian folklore, threads of magic and mystery intertwine, woven by figures known as Nõiad. These are not your cackling, wart-nosed caricatures. Nõiad are complex beings, as ancient as the whispering pines and as changeable as the Baltic weather.
Their roots delve deep into pre-Christian Estonia, where they were seen as those touched by the extraordinary. Nõiad possessed the power to commune with spirits, bend the elements to their will, and weave spells that could mend or mar. Though not inherently evil, their potency inspired both awe and trepidation. When illness stalked a village or misfortune darkened a doorstep, the Nõiad were often sought for their healing touch, prophetic visions, and protective wards. Yet, whispers also spoke of Nõiad who wielded their power for darker ends, their shadows said to twist fate with a touch.
Often depicted as women, perhaps due to their association with the mysteries of healing and the wisdom of herbs, Nõiad
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