The Tuatha de Danann
Took pride in their conquests.
They were the fifth to come
To lush green Ireland.
The land was not empty.
The Fir bolg already
Were living here. But
compromises soon fail.
These two great peoples go
to prepare for battle.
They can't manage to share
Ireland's great bounty.
Nuada was the king
Of the great Tuatha de.
Consequently, he fought
The enemy's leader.
Many blows were exchanged.
It seemed to be even.
Finally the sword cuts.
Nuada's arm is gone.
Rules of kingship are harsh.
The Tuatha de Danann
Won't allow a blemished
King to rule and guide them.
So the new king was Bres.
But he was oppressive.
His removal w