In stories, ogres are often symbols of terror designed to scare characters and readers. As the children entered the dark forest, they feared the ogre might be lurking nearby.
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Not Always Evil
While typically menacing, some tales portray ogres in a more sympathetic or humorous light. The ogre in the story surprised everyone with his kind heart.
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Magical Beings
Ogres are often associated with magic, either possessing powers or being vulnerable to it. The wizard cast a spell to subdue the ogre's strength.