I of Newton story

tz1985e1x12b · 1985-12-13

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

ThemeLevelMotivation
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.