Disturber Quote by Rick Riordan
““Disturber shuffled his scroll. 'You have used magi for evil purposes, including twenty-three murders--' 'Self-defense!' Setne tried to spread his hands, but the ribbons restrained him. '--including one incident where you were paid to kill with magic,' Disturber said. Setne shrugged. 'That was self-defense for my employer.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Kane Chronicles, The Red Pyramid, 2010
A character confronts another about using magical powers for harmful deeds, and the accused justifies it as self‑defense for a client.
In simple terms: Using magic for wrongdoing is defended as self‑defense for a boss.
Key Takeaway
Question motives behind harmful actions.
Themes
ethics
responsibility
power
justice
self‑defense
Mood
tense
conflicted
Type
ethical
narrative
When to use this quote
- legal defense
- corporate crime
- fantasy battles
- political intrigue
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
accountability
authoritarianism
Questions to Reflect On
- Is self‑defense a valid excuse for harming innocents?
- How do power dynamics affect moral accountability?
A Different Perspective
The justification may ignore broader consequences and victim harm.
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