Dear Colin,
 
>Without consulting the tain (ie my memory may be defective) Wasn't
>the point to remain facing the foe ( a common thread amongst
>warrior cultures) and it worked for a time, no one would approach
>him until the raven alighted on him to prove he was dead. ( a case
>of the Deceased Hero Deterrent)
 
Damn, that sure would be unmystical. I'll check it out myself.
 
Thanks,
 
LInda Merle