It is very difficult for a god to stop being a god. Falling can give Stelios an out, but he will sustain severe repercussions that will make it not worth it.
So because Stelios has been stuck as the sun god, he has watched many gods come and go. The old is replaced with the new, only he remains the same. But things are looking up for him. If he succeeds with his plan, he won't be the sun god anymore. An opportunity for a replacement has opened up for him, so he cannot let anything sabotage his plans.
"Either way, you're the best when it comes to runes." The god of war agreed with his partner.
