There is said to be no negative energies experienced in any Otherworld area when there is the presence of butterflies. A swine was considered to be the magickal, sacred food of the Tuatha De Dannan and an animal of Manannan mac Lir. Swans are connected with music and song. Also known as: Mene (as in month or menstruation)... Hekate is an exceptionally powerful spirit. Following such an animal led the unsuspecting human into contact with supernatural beings. Make sure that you visit. In the Welsh tale of Pwyll’s courting of Rhiannon, a badger is mentioned as a guide during dreaming. This creature was associated with the sea deities.