Magic Quote by Garth Nix
““All things a wizard makes are flawed in some way. A Good Wizard, like myself, will do this intentionally. A Bad Wizard's works will have some accidental flaw, derived from their nature. All our work has some weakness. But why? To limit the object's power, said the Good Wizard softly. Power is always best limited.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Old Kingdom series by Garth Nix, 1995‑2015
Wizards intentionally embed flaws to keep their creations from becoming too powerful, ensuring balance and safety.
In simple terms: Flaws limit power.
Key Takeaway
Design limits to protect.
Themes
balance
responsibility
power
design
control
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- Game design
- software development
- policy drafting
- engineering safety
- storytelling
Key Concepts
Ethics of creation
risk management
intentional imperfection
Questions to Reflect On
- Is limiting power always ethical?
- When should intentional flaws be avoided?
A Different Perspective
Flaws may reduce usefulness or aesthetic value.
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