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My dearest students --

~~Some of you will be glad to know that I was unsuccessful in capturing and murdering Thor as ONE OF YOU must have called the SGC who subsequently warned the Asgard Supreme Commander. I hate you all.~~

I do hope you enjoyed "Johnny Mnemonic" from last week. I’m handing you all a pop quiz on it before we begin today’s class discussion.

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Today, we are studying the nature of evil. Many cyborgs and robotic systems (both the individual and the group) ~~such as myself and my brethren~~ have been labeled as “evil.”

Here are your discussion questions:

(1) Why do we assume that sentient robotic systems are evil?
(2) Why would a sentient robotic system have a purpose that is or could be defined as evil? And related to that question: What situation would create this repeated meme for cyborgs?
(3) Define what you think evil truly is.

Also, I’m planning another little experiment for next Monday ~~thanks to whitedeathpod’s fic and liability contract that you all did not sign, hahaha~~. If any of you would like a drastic personality change for a class period plus 24 hours, stop by my desk.

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Define what you think evil truly is.

~~Celine Dion played on constant loop.~~

I think truly evil is a person with no regard for human life, who kills for the thrill of it, who wants power just because there is power to be had, and who's only care is for him or herself and their wellbeing.

~~"Twelve actors discussing their motivation and a director without a bat."~~

"I think it's an idea or ambition that takes over and consumes a person's rational thoughts and actions while excluding other possibilities or avenues of thought, without thought of the consequences to one's self or others."

~~John's gold Buck Rogers pants.~~

~~*is so hurt omg*~~

~~You said you didn't choose them, right? Then I can make fun of the pants.~~

"Belthazor's frelling parents," Beka growled, then looked extremely apologetic before becoming very busy with her notes.

...you saw Bel's parents frelling?

"Ewww. No."

...

~~Though they did see me with Bel's tongue down my throat.~~ Beka winced. "K, thanks, let's not be talking about this in class, Pumpkin?"

Okay, sorry. And that's okay, if you don't want to be talking about it, I mean. Cause it doesn't sound so happy and stuff, so, I totally understand. Totally.

Beka looked around for anyone who might care what she was about to say, then whispered to Cally, " Sorry. I didn't mean to snap at you. I actually wouldn't mind talking about it. Just...not now, K?"

Not now, got it. Just, let me know, okay? I'm kinda worried, now. *nods*

"Nothing to worry about, really. ~~Except me going crazy from managing my guilt and UST.~~"

Okay... but if you want to talk about it, just, let me know, okay? I don't my best friend getting all weird on me, okay? *smiles and reaches over and puts a hand on Beka's shoulder*

Beka smiled. "Weirder than I already am?"

*rolls her eyes* You're not weird. You're just... you. *smiles back*

Beka grinned. "Thanks. I think. Hey, what're you doing after class? Gotta hang out with the boyfriend?"

Yeah, haven't seen him since this morning... figure he'll be down in the common room... why?

Beka shrugged wryly. "Haven't seen my BFF for awhile, and was thinking about going for a drink or two."

Re: EVIL!

sogothcally.livejournal.com - 2005-11-01 04:44 (UTC) - Expand

valentine-tart.livejournal.com - 2005-11-01 09:14 (UTC) - Expand

*does not start laughing in class*

EVIL IS OTHER PEOPLE. ~~LIKE CALLY AND ANDERS OMG.~~

Allowing intentional harm to others. Mental, emotional, physical.

Oooh, ditto! That's totally my answer too!

The two of you get along so well! *has pride her baby and the girl with small hands*

"Evil is killing, harming, maiming ~~blowing up planets~~ without conscience or a second thought. Evil is reveling in the dark side of emotions, working toward nothing more than your own selfish ends. Evil is warping the universe to serve your needs, rather than allowing what is meant to happen to happen." Anakin screwed up his face in disgust.