I of Newton story
A professor attempting to solve a difficult math problem finds himself matching wits with a demon. Directed by: Kenneth Gilbert. Story by: Joe Haldeman, Alan Brennert.
5 total · 1 choice · 3 major · 1 minor
| Theme | Level | Motivation |
|---|---|---|
| deal with the devil | choice | A sub-agent of the Devil appeared out of nowhere to solve a complex mathematical equation for a math professor in exchange for his soul. |
| demon | major | Satan's demonic henchman came to take a math professor's soul. |
| Faustian bargain | major | The Professor nearly sold his soul for knowledge - albeit literally. |
| the Devil | major | Satan's demonic henchman was present in person and discussed the metaphysics of his boss. |
| undead being | minor | We heard that souls could be sold to a professor on some distant planet for the purpose of re-animating dead bodies. |