I know one trick that Oren could've used, if he wanted to completely destroy Ted. It would've taken some preparation -- but i think it would've been worth it.
He could've had Frans Bouma hidden in a cage at the back of the room. And if Ted annoyed him too much Oren would shout "Release the Bouma-Beast!" and Frans would be unleashed!
That would be truly frightening.
It's a great topic, but I don't think the way it was argued was all that entertaining.
Different solutions for different problems. That should have summed up the discussion.