>>I don't think anyone's realy talkling about changing the myths here, but
>>trying to understand how different peoples interpret them.
>
> From the point of view of HeroQuesting, if Humakt is seen as distinct
>from the weapon Death in Heortling myth then changing that
>identification is a change to the myth.
The myth of Orlanth wielding Humakt is an Orlanthi myth, not a Humakti myth so it's not realy their problem. Orlanth is the actor in this myth, while Humakt is a neutral party from the point of view of intent. Sure if you were to change the myth so that Humakt made choices and took an active role in the myth that would be a major change, but I don't think anyone has suggested such a thing.
>In this case a possible consequence is that some Humakti may take the
>view that they are weapons to be used - and that their honour
>consists of obedience to their "wielder".
Many Humakti already take precisely this view, which is why Humakt is such a popular god for mercenaries. He's even worshiped by some Chaotics.
Simon Hibbs
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