Legendary Lore

A puzzle of epic proportions.
A crossword for lovers of mythology, folklore, and literature, connecting ancient legends with their modern cultural counterparts.
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  • 1A
    The ultimate state of divinity.
  • 7A
    Urban legend's more ancient cousin.
  • 8A
    Inspiring dread, like a basilisk or gorgon.
  • 9A
    Wise counselor of lore.
  • 11A
    A witchy gathering.
  • 12A
    A blessing bestowed by a fairy godmother, perhaps.
  • 14A
    What the Seven Dwarfs were digging for.
  • 15A
    Like 'Beowulf' or 'The Odyssey'.
  • 16A
    Homes for kings and queens in fairy tales.

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  • 2D
    A raven's caw or a broken mirror, in folklore.
  • 3D
    Bob Dylan's signature pocket instrument.
  • 4D
    What a court jester provides.
  • 5D
    Folk singer Bob who famously played the HARMONICA.
  • 6D
    Archetype of Prometheus or Robin Hood.
  • 10D
    Playwright who wrote of Peer Gynt's fantastic adventures.
  • 11D
    Modern medium for many a myth (see: Thor).
  • 13D
    What a bard spins.