Mushroom clouds have been the symbol of the end of
civilization for a while now, but they could theoretically
be
created for entertainment as they are quite an incredible
site.
Rather than relying on raw explosive power, you'd create
a
mixture of smoke creating elements that would rise
as
they
were ignited, formulated to burn and give of gases that
were visible and lighter than air such that a few tons of
the
stuff would lift itself into the air and form the classic
cloud
shape.
You might add rainbow colors to make it more festive
than
apocalyptic.
Just the way we look at fireworks that are after all,
explosive devices that could kill us, and indeed in
different
forms have been killing us for centuries, we could enjoy
the beauty of a safe, made for fun rather than death
mushroom cloud.
Perhaps they'd be an element of celebrating the
avoidance
of a nuclear holocaust all these years with the hope to
continue that for another 70 years and beyond. "We're
not
scared of you nuclear annihilation! We mock you with a
pretty analog of your destructive power! We've avoided
Armageddon for 70 years and we'll do it for another 70,
and 70 after that! We declare victory, but swear to be
diligent as well!"
Celebrate the victory of life and civilization over death
and
chaos but perhaps have a little reminder of how serious
OTHER mushroom clouds could be.
Shower little "fallout" candies on the crowd.
Mmmm...naaa.