But considering Alan Moore’s relationship with DC Comics irrevocably shattered over the rights to Watchmen, this move probably makes him all the more furious with the company.

Except a garrote usually has the cord/cable/wire attached at the midway point of the handle, so as to allow for a stronger pull. Having the cable attached to the end will severely weaken the leverage you can get, as it’ll mess with your grip strength.

I mean garrote, sorry.