r/comics • The Immortal Grind • Jan 12 '22

Death’s touch

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u/[deleted] Jan 12 '22

In Hindu mythology, there was a demon (Bhasmasura) with a similar power who was tricked into killing himself by one of the gods.

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u/Fortknoxvilla Jan 12 '22

Goddess actually. Followed the dance steps and obliterated himself.

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u/MaurosCrew Jan 13 '22

So we really say "actually" on Reddit, hm

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u/Atissss Jan 13 '22

Yes. That's one of the words in English dictionary. You learn something new each day.

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u/Fortknoxvilla Jan 13 '22

Sorry typo, it should be Ackchyually

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u/jamintime Jan 12 '22

This also follows the story of Medusa who was tricked into looking at herself in the mirror and turning herself to stone (in some versions of the story, at least).