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Celtic mythology
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In Celtic mythology, Bres was a ruler of the Tuatha DĂ© Danann, a mythical race inhabiting Ireland. He was chosen as king after Nuadu lost his hand in battle. However, Bres's reign was unsuccessful due to his lack of generosity.12

Nuadu, with a prosthetic hand, was restored to kingship, leading to Bres being overthrown. Bres then sought aid from his father's people, the Fomoire, and led an army against the Tuatha DĂ© Danann in the second battle of Mag Tuired. This battle resulted in the defeat of the Fomoire and marked an end to their threat in Irish myths.1

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  4. BrĂąn

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