Tuatha Dé Danann

Tuatha Dé Danann are a race of fae from Tír na nÓg who resemble humans but with pointed ears. They have counterparts in other cultures and countries of Faerie, all of whom can be referred to as High Fae.

In Mythology and Folklore:

The Tuatha Dé Danann (meaning "the folk of the goddess Danu"), also known by the earlier name Tuath Dé ("tribe of the gods"),are a supernatural race in Irish mythology. Many of them are thought to represent deities of pre-Christian Gaelic Ireland.

The Tuath Dé are often depicted as kings, queens, druids, bards, warriors, heroes, healers and craftsmen who have supernatural powers. They dwell in the Otherworld but interact with humans and the human world. They are associated with the sídhe: prominent ancient burial mounds which are entrances to Otherworld realms. Their traditional rivals are the Fomorians (Fomoire), who might represent the destructive powers of nature, and whom the Tuath Dé defeat in the Battle of Mag Tuired. -  Wikipedia

From The Books:

“How do you know my father is human and not one of the Tuatha Dé Danann?” Was this frog a regular inhabitant of our grounds?

“Well, your skin is a clue, for starters. The Tuatha Dé Danann are all pale skinned and your skin is golden brown.”

I eyed my tawny hand and nodded. “But there are faeries from beyond Tír na nÓg.”

“True, but your ears are also much rounder than is usual for a high fae.” - The Lily Gate

Appearance: humanlike but tall with pointed ears. Generally light-skinned with varying hair colours.
Size: 5.5-7.5 feet tall
Kingdom: Seelie and Unseelie
Notable individuals: Aodhan, Brenna, Bronach, Calder, Declan, Dylan, Étienne, Evie, Fergus, Fiachra, Fionnbharr, Gavin, Jac, Leith, Lynet, Maeve, Mari, Moriath, Naven, Neala, Neve, Oonagh, Orla, Remy, Rian, Tiernan, Tuala

Pronunciation: too-ha day dan-on

Article by Hanna Sandvig