Does the main character understand the extent of the risk of losing his powers (and if not can he gain some insight prior to the decision)? If it's an unknown level of risk, then it would seem non-heroic to save his friends, esp. if the whole planet subsequently is destroyed. If it's a low level of risk, then maybe it could be viewed as heroic or at least loyal. But how would the friends feel knowing that they are being saved at the risk of losing all of their personal friends and loved ones? Maybe they wouldn't want to be saved under those circumstances? Some of them might be angry after being saved, even if the planet makes it.
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