Kill Quote by Stuart Gibbs
““Kill them quickly?” Murray asked, without bothering to raise his hand. “Really? Isn’t it more fun to draw their death out a little? To make them suffer?” Joshua sighed. “No. We’re not James Bond villains here, kids. The more you draw out your enemy’s deaths, the more chance they have to escape. So no lowering them into pools full of crocodiles or trying to slice them in half with lasers or anything like that. Just shoot them and be done with it.” Ashley””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Last Kids on Earth, 2015
The characters argue about efficient killing versus prolonged suffering, concluding quick action is preferable to avoid escape chances.
In simple terms: They favor swift resolution over drawn‑out conflict.
Key Takeaway
Act decisively when necessary.
Themes
ethics
conflict
strategy
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
fictional
dialogue
When to use this quote
- combat training
- video game design
- emergency response
- law enforcement
Key Concepts
military tactics
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- When is swift action justified?
- What alternatives exist to violence?
A Different Perspective
Quick action may overlook moral nuance.
