Today on Quantum Vibe: The problem with practical pacifism Strip 115 - Click strip above to goto the next strip.
First Seen: Fri 2011-05-27
Story & Art: Scott Bieser - Sci-Fi Adventure Monday & Thursday.
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Panel 1
Nicole's hotel room, Nicole and Stone. Stone puts a sympathetic arm around Nicole's shoulder.
Stone: I think I know what you're feeling.
Stone: Our agent training also emphasizes avoiding violence, using words and other non-violent tactics whenever possible.
Panel 2
Two-shot, Stone and Nicole. Both sitting in the same position, leaning forward with elbows on knees. A bonding moment.
Stone: But in my third year on this job, I did have to kill someone, to protect an innocent.
Stone: For weeks afterward, I second-guessed everything I did.
Stone: But I eventually I realized the problem with practical pacifism.
Panel 3
Medium close-up on Stone.
Stone: There's only one way to avoid ever getting into dangerous situations ...
Stone: And that's to avoid any kind of situation. Lock yourself away from the world.
Panel 4
Full 2-shot of Stone and Nicole. Stone is standing, placing a reassuring hand on Nicole's shoulder.
Stone: In other words, don't ever do anything interesting. Don't grow. Don't change.
Stone: And what sort of life is that?