The dragon
On arrival in Jamaica, Bond becomes acquainted with a local rumor that there lives a hostile dragon on the Crab Key. However, as they make their way into the island they find it is a flame-throwing contraption made from a buggy. Nonetheless, it still burns Quarrel to death as it is meant to keep intruders away. Ironically, the same contraption that was meant to annihilate trespassers helps Bond and Rider escape from No’s residence safely.
Exposing the grand plan
Bond villains are notorious for convoluted plans that involve well-thought-out skims. After Dr. No captures Bond, he is confident about his plans that he reveals that he wants to disrupt US test missiles. This common trope is a source of irony as the villain confesses his elaborate plans before they reach their fruition. Furthermore, he discloses his background to the one individual sent to ensure that his secrets are exposed. Dr. No is overpowered by Bond’s abilities since the spy knows his entire plan and now aware of his weaknesses.
Irony of vacation
Bond is sent to a location renowned for its sandy beaches and weather for a vacation retreat. Therefore, M sends him to accomplish a simple spy mission while he vacations as he recovers from his last task. Ironically, on his arrival Bond delves into one of the most challenging missions that depletes him physically and mentally.
Deathtraps
Dr. No is not interested in killing his adversary on the spot. He yearns to put them through an obstacle course with a series of deathtraps to torture the individual to death. Ironically, the supposed deathtraps are not meant to kill but to inflict excruciating pain with a final reveal to kill Bond. Bond escapes all the traps including the giant squid that was meant to kill him which invalidates No as masterminding genius.
Deadly crabs not so deadly
Unlike Bond, Honey is not left to conquer an obstacle course; therefore, the deathtrap placed could kill her. Dr. No has tied her naked on rocks at the beach to be eaten by deadly crabs which seems impossible to escape. Ironically, the crabs meant to kill her just ignore her presence as she manages to escape to safety. She is knowledgeable about sea animals and aware that the crabs do not have an appetite for human flesh.
