Queen Maeve is a character from Irish mythology, often depicted as a powerful and assertive queen of the Connacht region. She is known for her beauty, strength, and fierce independence, often engaging in battles to defend her kingdom and assert her authority. In the epic tale Táin Bó Cúailnge, Maeve seeks to steal the prized brown bull of Cooley, leading to a legendary conflict with the hero Cú Chulainn. Her character embodies themes of ambition, rivalry, and the complexities of power in ancient Irish culture.