We understand that your work can be difficult, and that you may attract legal attention. Be of good cheer. Our contacts have assured us that your sins are forgiven.
—Messenger for the Committee for Vital Restoration, Fallen London
Stinger: Don't screw around with me, Maverick. You're a hell of an instinctive pilot. Maybe too good. I'd like to bust your butt, but I can't. I got another problem here. I gotta send somebody from this squadron to Miramar. I gotta do something here. I still can't believe it. I gotta give you your dream shot. I'm gonna send you up against the best. You two characters are going to Top Gun. For five weeks, you're gonna fly against the best fighter pilots in the world. You were number two, Cougar was number one. Cougar lost it, turned in his wings. You guys are number one. But you remember one thing. You screw up just this much, you'll be flying a cargo plane full of rubber dog shit out of Hong Kong.
Maverick & Goose: Yes, sir!
Stinger: That is all. You can tell me about the MiG some other time. Gentlemen? Good luck, gentlemen.
— Top Gun
Creed: Nobody just picks up a get out of jail free card. Those things cost thousands!
