Chekov's Dehydration Gun

If something is introduced at the start of a movie/game/TV show/episode that can easily handle the main conflict, chances are that it will never be used for that purpose.

This is named after a massive freak out Schaffrillas Productions had in his "Megamind vs The Doom Syndicate" review after Megamind stops the Go Fish Gang using the Dehydration Gun, but he didn't use it on the titular Doom Syndicate, even though the plot would've been wrapped up much quicker with it.

"The movie never says that the villains' powers are preventing them from being stopped by a simple gun!" "That, sir, is what we call a Chekov's Dehydration Gun."

by CherryBlossom91 March 23, 2025

Destrona" in English means "he/she/it dethrones" or "he/she/it deposes" (from the verb destronar). It is used to describe removing someone from a position of power, such as a monarch, leader, or champion (e.g., in sports or rankings).

Destrona" in English means "he/she/it dethrones" or "he/she/it deposes" (from the verb destronar). It is used to describe removing someone from a position of power, such as a monarch, leader, or champion (e.g., in sports or rankings).

Destrona" in English means "he/she/it dethrones" or "he/she/it deposes" (from the verb destronar). It is used to describe removing someone from a position of power, such as a monarch, leader, or champion (e.g., in sports or rankings).

by GravelWincher123 February 20, 2026