Quotes / Short Cuts Make Long Delays

"We'll scale these cliffs, traverse Brittle Bridge, and then fight our way down the volcanic slopes on the other side."

"Isn't the shortest route through the canyon?"

"Yes."

"So shouldn't we—"

"No."

— Canyon Minotaur, Magic: The Gathering.

"Do not take the shortcut through the woods. "

— The Normal Innocent Bystander's Survival Guide

Virgil: The Pods are configured for Arctic conditions, so should get there safely.
Scott: Great, then let's blast it!
Virgil: Not so fast; we're surrounded by ice hazards. I've plotted a route that will skirt us around most of the more treacherous landscape. We'll head just north of this ice cliff.
Scott: But the generator is south. The fastest route between two points is a straight line.
Virgil: Scott! Follow the route! It's too dangerous! (groans and facepalms) Buckle up, MAX...
Scott: We'll be fine. Trust me!
One cut later, we see a frustrated Scott kicking his crashed Pod.
Virgil: Can we do it my way now?
Scott: Fine...

—Thunderbirds Are Go

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