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This is why the Council is Afraid of Harry Dresden (Spoilers)

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wizard nelson:
^ In the end its the same difference, quantus is just trying to be all quantum mechanics on us with the definition of potential energy.

Quantus:
Actually Im just trying to point out that Potential Engergy and kinetic energy are related but not he same thing, and to assume that the rings function using principles different from what is said in the text is inaccurate. 

And Quantum Physics be damded, this is two steps back in Newtonian realms;)

chrnno:
I do wonder though, maybe it is just me not having paid enough attention/too long since I last read but if they store a part of the energy of movements does that mean all movements? And plus does he have any control over how much it is? I mean someone moving by their own power or someone doing so for them has no true difference so shouldn't the rings be a rather good defense against brute force attacks?

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This seems too obvious, I think the fact I am somewhat sleep deprived is not allowing me to actually think it through.

wizard nelson:

--- Quote ---Actually Im just trying to point out that Potential Engergy and kinetic energy are related but not he same thing, and to assume that the rings function using principles different from what is said in the text is inaccurate.
--- End quote ---
To assume the purely physics definition of potential is applied is also innacurate. Take away your scientific vocabulary and look at the word from joe smoe's perspective. Its potential kinetic energy. That your science doesn't encompass this doesn't surprise me. Occams razor, the ring hold kinetic energy, its considered potential because its not active, disapating or inert. Its held in check like a spring. It doesn't have to be built up or focused in any way, its a hair trigger, its a damn magical spring.

chrnno:
You guys do realize you are arguing different things, right? At least I see it as that.

One is talking about if the rings fit what is considered potential energy in physics while the other is arguing that it should be expanded so that it does.

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