Moon Man
Moonman, his two sons, his two wives
What is the Namorrodor?
"a flying serpent and a man-eater" / A terrifying spirit creature that hunts at night and eats people’s hearts.
What was special about the spear?
The spear could multiply into 7 spears
What happened to Moonman's sons and why?
Moonman killed his sons by beating them up and then stuffing their bones into the fishing trap he made.
He killed his sons out of revenge for their greed. They were meant to bring food back for everybody, but they ate all the fish they caught - twice - which made Moonman angry.
What attracts the Namorrodor?
Meat that is cooked over the campfire.
What is the source of the Sisters' power?
The Wagalak Sisters get their power from their dilly bags. The dilly bags had sacred ornaments and power objects.
Why did the witchdoctor steal the magic spear?
Because he was jealous/envious of spearman's power and influence.
What does Moonman say to his wives before he dies?
"When you die, you will die forever - when I die, I am going to come back immortal every month!"
What does the Namorrodor sound & look like?
"It makes noise like wind, it has claws and a head like a kangaroo or horse."
Why does Spearman believe that the witchdoctor's power is stronger?
Because the witchdoctor can control the elements and throw bolts of lightning.
What is the origin story of 'Moonman'?
The story of 'Moonman' is a creation myth that tells us about the origin of the moon and its monthly cycle.
How can the Namorrodor be killed?
"It is said that the only person who can kill Namorrodor is a medicine man (or witchdoctor) who has as much strength as the spirit creature. This man can only kill Namorrodor at a certain time of the night, and with a spear which has been shaped over a fire while certain words are sung."
What is the main theme of the 'Wagalak Sisters' story?
The main theme is about the origins of people, and their fall from innocence.
How does the witchdoctor redeem himself?
He accepts his punishment, which is to receive seven spear wounds that will release the magic he stole from his body
What are the main themes of 'Moonman'?
- Revenge and violence
- Greed
- Rights and responsibility
What is the main theme/message in 'The Curse'?
The main message is about being aware of and protecting yourself against evil and harm. It is told to children to keep them close to the camp at night.
What is the main purpose/message of the story of the Namorrodor?
The main theme of this story is to be aware of dangers at night around the campfire.
Two of this story’s main messages are that babies should not sleep unprotected in the bush, and that meat should not be cooked on the fire at night
Where does the story of the Wagalak sisters come from? What is special about this place?
The story of the Wagalak Sisters is told across Arnhem Land, in Australia's Northern Territory.
The place is special because where the story is said to have taken place remains a sacred site. No one is allowed to go there - not men, women or children, Indigenous or non-Indigenous.
What is the main theme or message in 'Spear'?
The message is that wrong deeds must be punished, but the punishment brings redemption. People should be forgiven.