Power and Corruption
Night WatchThe novel shows how power can corrupt, even among Light Ones, and the dangers of absolute power.
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The Dark Magician's Abuse

The Dark Magician's Abuse
The Curse
A Dark Magician curses Svetlana for personal reasons.
The Power
He uses his power for evil.
The Consequence
The city is threatened.
The Day Watch's Manipulation

The Day Watch's Manipulation
The Plot
Zabulon manipulates the Maverick to frame Anton.
The Sacrifice
He sacrifices his own people.
The Corruption
Power leads to cynicism.
Gesar's Ambition

Gesar's Ambition
The Plan
Gesar plans to change the world through Svetlana.
The Risk
He risks everything for his goal.
The Question
Is he any better than the Dark Ones?
Anton's Refusal

Anton's Refusal
The Power
Anton has the power to do great good.
The Choice
He refuses to use it.
The Wisdom
He avoids corruption.
during the Inferno crisis
during the Maverick crisis
the final night
the final night