The Magic Button

[drscott]

One of the conventional types of science fiction story has the hero discover some "magic" device -- a time-traveling watch, invisibility, teleportation. Usually this leads to trouble -- rarely does the hero act cautiously in exploring the parameters of this new power.

So here's my question: suppose you came into possession of a magic button that allowed you to painlessly remove from existence any person or persons of your choice at the moment you pushed it. Would you use it? And on who?

Comments

[fuzzygruf.livejournal.com]

I'd use it so much that I'd have Carpal Tunnel.

Is there another button available to painfully remove somebody?

Why no, of course not.

[dr-scott.livejournal.com]

I've heard you use your powers only for Good. Just like me!