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“That's our plan? We're going to walk fifty kilometers, right past the Germans, to a poultry collective that maybe didn't get burned down, grab a dozen eggs, and come home?" "Well, anything would sound ridiculous if said it in that tone of voice." "Tone of…I'm asking you a question!” quote by David Benioff
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“That's our plan? We're going to walk fifty kilometers, right past the Germans, to a poultry collective that maybe didn't get burned down, grab a dozen eggs, and come home?" "Well, anything would sound ridiculous if said it in that tone of voice." "Tone of…I'm asking you a question!”

David Benioff

About This Quote

Source TV Series: The Walking Dead, Season 8, Episode 5, 2017

A sarcastic plan to fetch eggs from a dangerous place, highlighting absurdity and bravado.

In simple terms: A ridiculous, risky egg‑fetch mission.

Key Takeaway

Question the logic of reckless plans.

Themes

war absurdity survival humor

Mood

sarcastic darkly humorous

Type

dialogue dramatic

When to use this quote

  • combat missions
  • resource gathering
  • survival scenarios

Key Concepts

risk assessment group dynamics military strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do characters embrace absurd plans?
  • What does humor reveal about fear?
A Different Perspective

Risk may be underestimated.

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