Auroch's Hill
Auroch's Hill is an enigmatic ancient site located in the remote countryside northwest of Donegal, Ireland. Despite initial beliefs attributing its origins to the Celtic period, recent revelations within the magical community suggest that Auroch's Hill predates even the earliest Celtic settlements. The site is now considered to be approximately 7,000 years old, making it the oldest known ancient site in Ireland. This information, however, remains a closely guarded secret from the Mundane population.
History
The Auroch at the center of the site was not crafted by Celts, contrary to earlier theories, but by an even more ancient group of stone-age humans who settled in Ireland after the Fir Bolg. The name of these early settlers has been lost over millennia, but their reverence for the Auroch, a creature not native to Ireland, is immortalized in the colossal stone representation they left behind. Scholars speculate that these humans might have brought over the knowledge or even the physical representation of the Auroch from their original homeland across the sea.
Significance
Auroch's Hill is shrouded in a powerful spiritual energy whose source remains a topic of debate among modern witches and wizards. Some contend that an ancient spirit, which once manifested as an Auroch, lies in eternal rest within the hill. Others argue that the hill's power stems from a convergence of ley lines running beneath the land's surface. Whatever the source, the energy is potent and palpable, making the site a place of pilgrimage and attraction for Magi from across the globe.
Protection and Secrecy
In an effort to protect the site from the mundane world, whose tourism industry has rendered sites like Stonehenge unusable due to the danger of being discovered, Auroch's Hill is safeguarded against Mundane interference. Magical enchantments obscure its presence, making it virtually invisible to those not versed in the magical arts. However, it should be noted that Auroch's Hill is not a hidden place. Instead knowledge of the site is simply kept from spreading. Only those within the magical community are aware of its location and significance, and they guard this knowledge to preserve the site's purity and potency.
Modern Day
Today, Auroch's Hill remains a beacon to witches and wizards touring Ireland, offering a glimpse into the ancient past and a connection to the primal magic of the land. The site continues to be a focus of study for those interested in ancient magics and the history of magical creatures, as well as a testament to the enduring power of the magical world hidden alongside the mundane.