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Wayland was the traditional Saxon god of smiths who became
amalgamated into fairy lore. Many places are associated with
Wayland in the British Isles, in particular Wayland's Smithy, a
Neolithic burial chamber in Oxfordshire. He is associated with
horses, magic, metalworking, cunning, skill and healing. The
Myth of Wayland in Brief Wayland was a famed smith, whose skill
was known throughout the lands. Born with Elven blood and
apprenticed to Trolls, his work was so fine that it was desired
by Kings and Queens from far and wide. One such King was named
Niduth, who was powerful and greedy. One day he sent his men to
find Wayland, and bring back some of his jewellery so that his
daughter might have the best in the kingdom. The soldiers
arrived at Wayland's house while he was out fishing. They pushed
their way inside the small abode, and took one of the many
golden rings that he had made for his swan maiden wife. They
took the ring to the king, marvelling