Black Holes

The Definitive Guide To Black Holes

by Christopher P Thomas (C.P.Thomas@CS.BHAM.AC.UK)
written 10 Dec 1993

This article is classified "Fictional"


Black Holes are one of the least understood phenomena in the galaxy.  Due
to extensive research, many worn out pairs of badly made shoes, and sore
typing fingers, we are able to bring you the definitive guide to Black
Holes.

Definition of a Black Hole:

          1) A hole that is black.
          2) A huge imploded star with such a gravitational pull, not even
             light itself can escape.

How to find a Black Hole:

          1) Close your eyes (although you don't get the full gravitational
             effect).
          2) Turn all the lights off, to try and attract one.
          3) Look for a large dark region of space that pulls you toward it.
          4) EtherPhone the Black Hole Spotters Association and ask if any
             Black Holes are passing your system in the near future.

Do not be disappointed if you suddenly discover that the five Black Holes
you have been tracking on your scanner scope are, in fact, grit.

What to do inside a Black Hole:

          1) Find the souvenir shop and buy some Black Hole Rock.
          2) Get squashed into the shape of a nearly infinitely thin
             ultra-pancake.
          3) Look for all those biros you've lost over the years.

How to get out of a Black Hole:

          1) Dial the operator and ask for Black Hole Rescue.
          2) Look for a door marked "Exit."
          3) Walk out backwards, saying "nice film wasn't it?" in an attempt
             to convince the Black Hole that it is a cinema.

What to do once you have left a Black Hole:

          1) Write a more informed Guide entry.

See also:
  • Light
  • Shadowlight
  • Dark Suckers
  • Gravity
  • Ethereal Travel
  • Afterlife, The
  • Holes
  • Waterskiing, Zen And The Art Of
  • Black Holes, An Informational Manual

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