Dive deeper into the long-standing battle between mermaids and humans in Siren Season 2. Throughout history, we have all long been entranced by the idea of mermaids, from the sailors and fishermen of old to modern-day enthusiasts.
In 2018, to the delight of fans everywhere, the producers of Siren declared 29 March as International Mermaid Day! Clearly, people remain fascinated by the very idea that they exist but, as with all fairy tales, there is a much darker story that goes farther back.
The age-old story of human-mermaid interaction is retold in Siren, which takes place in a coastal town called Bristol Cove. According to its lore, it was once home to mermaids and strange newcomer named Ryn triggers a series of events.
Befriending marine biologist Ben and girlfriend Maddie, Ryn and her brethren turn the sleepy neighbourhood on its head and bring to light jaw-dropping revelations about Ben’s ancestors and the town’s shameful past.
In the second season, tensions flare as the battle between man and sea continues, confirming some of their more sinister aspects:
Mermaids are superior in strength and ferocity than humans.
Any creature that lives in the depths of the ocean has to be fierce and strong, or they won’t survive. Predatory instincts and tribal loyalty run strong and wild in mermaids as demonstrated by Ryn and her brethren, so it’s no wonder that some of them look at weaker, tail-less humans with disdain.
Mermaids are highly intelligent
Many people equate savagery with brainless brutality but this doesn’t apply to mermaids. On the contrary, they are highly intelligent and have the ability to observe, reason and conspire, as Ryn’s sister Donna demonstrated when she escaped from captivity in Season 1. Coupled with their strength and ferocity, this is bad news for anyone who stands in their way.
Mermaids are haunting, ethereal and alluring
This is one point where popular mythology and modern retellings seem to agree – mermaids are irresistible. Traditionally, the song of the siren drove sailors mad and Ryn has this ability too; it’s a powerful addition to her physical strength.
Mermaids are skilled at shape-shifting
Taking human form is another common theme when it comes to tales about mermaids, and what better way to hide among humans than in plain sight? However, every transformation comes at a painful, sometimes fatal, price. In spite of this anguish, Ryn seemed determined to stay and defend her human friends. But now, with her sister gone and her presence endangering her friends, where will she go?
As more mermaids come onto land, it’s no longer just a fight between human and mermaids – It’s survival of the fittest within their own kind. Tune in to the mid-season catch up that will bring you up to date on all that’s happening in Bristol Cove in Siren Season 2 (episodes 1 to 5) on Sunday 3 March from 3.30pm only on Blue Ant Entertainment HD (Unifi TV Ch 473).
