>> Knowing the myth tells you only what the people who believe
>> the myth thought peacemakers did in myth; that does not
>> necessarily suggest that they also believe that is an
>> appropriate behaviour in the real world with real swords and
>> blankets.
>
>Most people behave in the mythically correct manner, most of the time. They
>do have free will, but using it is a struggle. (Thus the game mechanic - you
>have to overcome a resistance.) The myths describe the social fabric, the shared
>beliefs of the people. If everybody 'knows' the effect of throwing rugs, then
>throwing rugs will work.
By that logic, would an incomer to the area be immune to having a Helemakt Thunderous devotee blow the roof of his house?
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