Nightcrawlers friend or foe

In the story Nightcrawlers I believe that Price is the protagonist not the antagonist. One reason I believe this is because Price never shows intention of hurting or killing anyone. In fact when Price is at the bar he tries not to draw attention. He enters the bar orders three coffees and attempts to be on his way. Instead he is battered by questions and curiosity by Dennis the trooper. Price knows of the damage his powers can do, that's why he does his best to be on his way so he doesnt fall asleep and kill people. since for some reason whatever Price imagines in his head comes true, it is extremly important he doesn't fall asleep near people. If he were the antagonist he'd be trying to get them killed, rather than looking out for the charactors well being.