Read the excerpt from gilgamesh: a new english version.

enkidu said, "don't worry, my friend,
the dream you had is a favorable one.
the fiery heavens stand for humbaba,
who tried to kill you with lightning and flames.
but in spite of the fire, he could not harm you."

based on the excerpt, which statement best describes humbaba's effect on the epic's plot?

a. humbaba establishes gilgamesh as the hero of the poem.

b. humbaba distracts gilgamesh from the difficult journey.

c. humbaba eases the challenges gilgamesh must face.

d. humbaba creates tension and suspense in the story.