Well, as with anything extreme, it goes out of hand. Luckily, this is a virtual reality so nothing will come of it, and all the more reason to be firm in your beliefs.
In real life, I wouldn't risk my life over something as honour unless it meant changing the world. Maybe that's a cowardly way of life, but I want to live. If I can lead an honorable and decent life, then I'm satisfied. If I have to put my life on the line for honour, I'd be more hesitant. It's not like someone like me could be a martyr anyway, I'm far too concerned about my ambitions.
Honour as a guideline is a fine thing, though. People respect that.