Said Hawk Quote by Simon R. Green
““Well, basically, I thought I’d cut the creature’s heart out and jam the suppressor stone into the hole,” said Hawk. “That should ruin its day.” “Lets do it, before we get an attack of common sense and change our minds””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Deathstalker: The Long War by Simon R. Green, 2005
A character proposes a violent, reckless solution to a problem, then jokes about avoiding common sense.
In simple terms: Violent fix, then sarcasm about logic.
Key Takeaway
Think before acting impulsively.
Themes
violence
humor
impulsiveness
Mood
cynical
wry
satirical
Type
advice
humorous
cautionary
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- team decision making
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Moral reasoning
sarcasm
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the long‑term consequences of a quick fix?
- How does humor mask poor judgment?
A Different Perspective
Such shortcuts often cause more trouble than they solve.
