The imagery of Arawn
The author describes the forms into which Arawn transforms himself to hide his identity, which depicts a sense of sight to readers. The narrator says, "But he commands all shapes, and they are both shield and mask. He showed himself as a pig keeper to the Harper and Lord Gwydion. He could have as well appeared as a fox in the forest, an eagle, even a blind worm if he deemed that would best serve his ends." The imagery is significant because it shows the ability of Arawn to change his body form whenever he senses danger. Arawn has a sword, which gives him the power to transform his body into anything to deal with his enemies.
Opening statement
The opening statement is imagery painting a picture of Taran depicting him as a warrior. The narrator says, "Taran, the taller horseman, set his face against the wind and leaned forwards in the saddle, his eyes on the distant hills. At his belt hung a sword, and from his shoulder a silver-bound battle horn." The imagery shows the preparedness of Taran to deal with enemies. One of Taran's attributes that makes him desirable to Lord Gwydion is his preparedness to fight and defend his kingdom.
Hearing
Achren's account of how Arawn betrayed her depicts a sense of hearing to readers. Achren says, "Her voice was low and harsh, and rage glittered in the eyes. He robbed me of my throne and cast me aside." The imagery is important because it shows the source of Arawn's power. Achren was his consort and owner of the magic sword. Arawn stole the sword and used it to transform his appearance to defeat his enemies.
