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Most transformations in Greek mythology make value judgments on the particular values or sins found in the subjects of the transformations. Ridiculous or humiliating forms indicate that the subject acts against the Greeks’ ideals, while noble or honorable forms reveal that the subject possesses character traits that the Greeks admire. When the subject transforms himself, his form still reveals commentary on his actions: the Greek gods are as imperfect as the mortals they preside over, and are used to illustrate poor behavior just as mythical mortals. Ultimately, transformation reflects the Greeks’ opinion, good or bad, on actions taken in their myths.