The traveler is named as such because it is symbolic of the Egyptian god Khonsu. [quote][url]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khonsu[/url] Khonsu is the Egyptian god of the Moon. He is also known as "The Traveler." He is attributed with many traits that sound a lot like those of the of the Traveler in Destiny. "Khonsu was instrumental in the creation of new life..." "...Embracer, Pathfinder, and Defender, as he was thought to watch overnight travelers. As the god of light in the night, Khonsu was invoked to protect against wild animals..." According to [url]http://www.egyptianmyths.net/khonsu.htm[/url] "His name derives from the root, "khens" which means to travel, to move about, to run." This sounds a lot like The Traveler in Destiny, a protector against the night who gives fertility, vitality, and safety to those underneath. Khonsu was attributed with healing powers, such as the ability to cast out demons, however he later was evolved into a more warlike god who feasted upon hearts. Hopefully the Big Ball doesn't take the same course, unless it would mean it would attack our enemies.[/quote]