Causal
strong strength
Narrative Connection
How these two moments in the story relate
From
Timothy’s Trauma and Data’s Unwavering Presence
S5E11
·
Hero Worship
To
Troi proposes Data assist Timothy’s recovery
S5E11
·
Hero Worship
Why These Connect
The narrative assertion
"Timothy's clinging to Data prompts Troi's suggestion that Data spend more time with him to help him reveal the truth."
About Causal Connections
A directly causes B. The first event sets forces in motion that produce the second. These are the load-bearing connections of plot--remove one and the story structure collapses.
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Narratively Follows
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Causal
← Troi witnesses Timothy’s emotional fracture