[Richpur]

Richard never sees the laser heading towards him. Then again he never feels it either, the silver surface reflecting the beam all over producing an effect more akin to disco lighing than a weapon. He does however notice being knocked over and turns to see the lump threatening mintos.

Coming to the incorrect, but nevertheless obvious, conclusion that the lump was the one who pushed him, Richard stands up in a rather rapid fashion, including a fist and halting the motion about a foot into the blockhead's jaw.