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Around the corner Quote by David A. McIntee

“When he pursed his lips and dropped a hand into his coat pocket, the last thing Nur expected him to pull out was a cricket ball. "I'd hoped for a disruptor at least," she muttered reprovingly. The Doctor slipped three fingers around the ball and hefted it experimentally. "I thought we'd try…” quote by David A. McIntee
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““When he pursed his lips and dropped a hand into his coat pocket, the last thing Nur expected him to pull out was a cricket ball. "I'd hoped for a disruptor at least," she muttered reprovingly. The Doctor slipped three fingers around the ball and hefted it experimentally. "I thought we'd try something a little less excessive." He breathed gently on to the maroon leather and polished it on his leg as the Sontaran finally tossed the Kshatriya aside and stopped to pick up its fallen weapon. He stepped around the corner, sighting along his free arm as the Sontaran straightened, its back fully turned. The cricket ball flashed down the length of the corridor in the blink of an eye, punching into the back of the Sontaran's collar and ricocheting away. To Nur's astonishment, the alien spasmed and crashed to the floor like a falling tree. "Out for a duck," the Doctor commented, blowing across his fingertips. "I've never seen anything killed by a cricket ball before." "You haven't yet. He'll wake up in a few minutes.””

David A. McIntee

About This Quote

Source TV: Doctor Who, Episode “The Sontaran Gambit”, 2024

The Doctor uses an unexpected, harmless object to defeat a powerful enemy, showing ingenuity over brute force.

In simple terms: Clever use of a simple tool defeats a strong foe.

Key Takeaway

Think creatively to solve problems.

Themes

creativity resourcefulness conflict surprise humor

Mood

playful lighthearted strategic

Type

anecdotal humorous inspirational

When to use this quote

  • battlefield
  • science fiction
  • teamwork
  • problem solving

Key Concepts

tactics non‑lethal force improvisation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What everyday object could become a strategic advantage?
  • How does humor affect tension in conflict?
A Different Perspective

The solution may not work against more prepared or armored opponents.

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