FTL Collisions in Star Wars: Fact or Fiction?

Thread starter TheQuietOne
Start date Apr 17, 2016
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The discussion explores the hypothetical scenario of two Star Destroyers colliding while traveling at faster-than-light (FTL) speeds in Star Wars. Participants note that since FTL travel is fictional, the rules governing such collisions are not defined by real-world physics, leading to various speculative outcomes. Some suggest that ships might occupy separate "hyperspace bubbles," minimizing collision risks, while others propose imaginative scenarios involving merging ships or bizarre transformations of crew members. The conversation emphasizes the creative freedom in science fiction writing, encouraging writers to explore different possibilities. Ultimately, the topic highlights the fun and complexity of blending fictional concepts with speculative physics.

Jun 23, 2016

Drakkith

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phinds said:

They are of course what is called vacuously true

Phinds, what did we tell you about using big words?

phinds said:

1) If matter can travel FTL then a collision would produce long blue tentacles on the creatures.
2) If matter can travel FTL then a collision would produce <insert statement of your choice>

I like option one. Though option two looks promising.