Grandfather Mortal Story

From: Eric Rowe <rowe_at_CSUA.Berkeley.EDU>
Date: Thu, 31 Aug 1995 23:28:07 -0700


> Brithini must be related to the man rune and they don't age. Perhaps
>death by age is a result of a relationship to the beast (or in the case of
>elves, the plant) rune. But then what about that story about all mortals
>having to die because Grandfather Mortal died? *****
> Mark

Mark, perhaps unwittingly, has hit the nail on the head. Many, if not most, Gloranthan myths are not based upon the historical actions of the gods, but are explanations of why things are the way they are. If people die, there must be a reason, so a myth is created by the priests. If people get sick, there must be a reason, so a myth is created by the priests, etc.

eric

ps Runes, Phooey.


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