I think that's identical to what happened! Or at least, close enough. The souls of the Old Gods were in humans but not all of them were aware of who they really were? I think Buttchin was one of the few who was actually aware. But I really do believe fuzzy feelings will be his downfall. It usually is, when you look at humans and godly sorts.
Oh, we're alright! I sort of flipped my shit then but it turned out fine. Thank the Maker's balls.