Escalation
strong strength
Narrative Connection
How these two moments in the story relate
From
Ardra's Demonstration of Power
S4E13
·
Devil's Due
To
Ardra's legal legitimacy confirmed through Jared's testimony
S4E13
·
Devil's Due
Why These Connect
The narrative assertion
"Data decides not to dismiss the case, and Ardra uses Picard, demonstrating her power by making him disappear and transform into a demonic figure."
About Escalation Connections
B raises the stakes established in A. The conflict intensifies, the pressure increases, the consequences grow more severe. The ratchet tightens.