sea witches were witches who appeared among sailors or others involved in the seafaring trade. Sea witches used witchcraft related to the moon, tides, and the weather, or were believed to have complete control over the seas. In some folklore, sea witches are described as phantoms or ghosts who have the power to control the fates of ships and seamen believed to be able to control many aspects of nature relating to water, most commonly an ocean or sea. can also practice witchcraft on or near any source of water: lakes, rivers, bath tubs, or even simply a bowl of salt water. could often control the wind. A common feature of many tales was a rope tied into three knots, which witches often sold to sailors to aid them on a voyage. Pulling the first knot could yield a gentle, southeasterly wind, while pulling two could generate a strong northerly wind. often improvise on what they have, rather than making purchases from a store or from another person. Common tools include clam, scallop, or oyster shells in place of bowls or cauldrons. Other items include seaweed, fishing net, shells, sea grass, driftwood, pieces of sea glass, and even sand Myths A sea witch named Morgana was a main contributor in luring sailors to their deaths. After falling in love with a young hero,who was sadly lost to the sea, she vowed to help other Heros and sailors in their travels. This caused her to be outcasted amount her sisters. After trying to help a son of Ares she was impaled with a spear and dissolved into the sea foam, her final resting place. Ursula,who is a half-human half-octopus creature.her kind were referred to as Octopins. Ursula had a sister named Morgana who is also a sea witch like her. The Feldons 2012 album Goody Hallett and Other Stories,sea witch who in the mid-1700s reputedly sold her soul to the devil and lured sailors to their deaths on the rocks. Warcraft 3: The Frozen Throne.,Sea Witches are the foremost of the Naga (night elves mutated into aquatic creatures). The most prominent of them is Lady Vashj, the handmaiden of the infamous Queen Azshara and an ally of Illidan Stormrage.
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