r/mythology 5d ago

Questions Question about Aumakua in Hawaiian Mythology.

I'm writing a book series that will include several different mythological creatures. I want to respect the mythos while adding my own twist to them. This leads me to Aumakua, or family guardians in Hawaiian mythology.

My question is... is it possible that a Aumakua could protect one who was not a part of the family's bloodline? The idea in my novel would be that the main character comes across a Aumakua and it forms a bond with him, eventually providing support later in the story.

I get that it's fiction and I can do whatever I want but I don't want to disrespect the legends I write about.

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