> > I'm sure there is an incredible diversity of explanations for why things rot.
> > From the Brithini principle of material devolution to the Orlanthi belief that
> > once no longer animated by the soul, the body returns to its component parts
> > (largely Earth).
>
> True.
>
> Though the Orlanthi recognize that the natural breakdown of the body is best helped along by other elements - either by fire (funeral pyres) or darkness (graves and tombs). And I dont think the Brithini would be at all suprised to find Krjalki Demon Essences acting as Agents of Devolution. ;-)
I agree fully. My point is merely that there are many Gloranthan explanations for various natural phenomena.