[Yuume is surprised perhaps, but patient. She brings up her hand- the motion to wait, please, for just a minute- and otherwise waits until Eva is done.
And then explains.] I suspect you have assumed what gods exist for you, are the same as what exist in mine.
It is not that we are denying any necessities, or holding such things over them in the interest of conversation. It is that these are beings who crave a time of dominance, and waste. They do not represent all of those from that era- but those who cry for sacrifice as a whining child would for dessert, want little more than to see something alive put to waste before their eyes, 'for them'. They would have you raze a flock of sheep to inedible ash, simply because it takes from one, and gives to them. They would not even eat it; simply leave it to rot, fester, and disappear.
They are not being 'appeased' to avoid harm, or anything of the like. These gods are simply holding a grumbling tantrum for a world that has outgrown it, while others of their own ilk have learned to adapt.
I am glad to hear that there can be a respectful exchange where you come from- but very unfortunately, Eva, the same cannot be said for what I am referring to. Those who would have taken an offering with care do not ask for an offering of sacrifice in an era where it isn't needed. I have seen deities request things such as toys, instant noodle cups...you'd be quite surprised! [she chuckles, sobering up again.]
But I'll repeat myself, to make it clear. When I speak of gods lamenting their glory days, I am not speaking of beings who care for the people in the realm of Light. And quite fortunately, they have no say in that realm either. So, until they can learn to 'grow up' as their brethren have, they can quite frankly continue their grouching for as long as they like.
fortunately she's patient as hell
And then explains.] I suspect you have assumed what gods exist for you, are the same as what exist in mine.
It is not that we are denying any necessities, or holding such things over them in the interest of conversation. It is that these are beings who crave a time of dominance, and waste. They do not represent all of those from that era- but those who cry for sacrifice as a whining child would for dessert, want little more than to see something alive put to waste before their eyes, 'for them'. They would have you raze a flock of sheep to inedible ash, simply because it takes from one, and gives to them. They would not even eat it; simply leave it to rot, fester, and disappear.
They are not being 'appeased' to avoid harm, or anything of the like. These gods are simply holding a grumbling tantrum for a world that has outgrown it, while others of their own ilk have learned to adapt.
I am glad to hear that there can be a respectful exchange where you come from- but very unfortunately, Eva, the same cannot be said for what I am referring to. Those who would have taken an offering with care do not ask for an offering of sacrifice in an era where it isn't needed. I have seen deities request things such as toys, instant noodle cups...you'd be quite surprised! [she chuckles, sobering up again.]
But I'll repeat myself, to make it clear. When I speak of gods lamenting their glory days, I am not speaking of beings who care for the people in the realm of Light. And quite fortunately, they have no say in that realm either. So, until they can learn to 'grow up' as their brethren have, they can quite frankly continue their grouching for as long as they like.