What's on?" Magnus inquired. "What Not to Wear," came a…
““What's on?" Magnus inquired. "What Not to Wear," came a familiar drawling voice, emanating from a sprawled figure in one of the armchairs. He sat forward and for a moment Clary thought Jace might get up and greet them. Instead, he shook his head at the screen. "High-waisted khaki pants? Who wears those?" He turned and glared at Magnus. "Nearly unlimited supernatural power," he said, "and all you do is use it to watch reruns. What a waste." "Also, TiVo accomplishes much the same thing," pointed out Simon. "My way is cheaper." Magnus clapped his hands together and the room was suddenly flooded with light. Jace, slumped in the chair, raised an arm to cover his face. "Can you do that without magic?" "Actually," said Simon, "yes. If you watched infomercials, you'd know that.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Critiques a character's wasteful use of immense power for trivial entertainment, urging purposeful action over idle indulgence.
In simple terms: Power should be used meaningfully, not for idle TV.
Key Takeaway
Channel abilities toward meaningful goals.
Themes
fantasy
power
responsibility
media
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative projects
- community service
Key Concepts
ethics
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- What meaningful purpose could the power serve?
- How to balance duty with personal enjoyment?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the value of rest and leisure.