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Causal strong strength S2E6 → S2E7

Narrative Connection

How these two moments in the story relate

From
Resistance fractures over rescue mission
S2E6 · Day of Reckoning
To
Susan’s ladder collapse and rescue
S2E7 · The End of Tomorrow

Why These Connect

The narrative assertion

"The chaotic retreat from the Dalek saucer in Episode 6 causes Susan and David to flee into the sewers, where they encounter new dangers in Episode 7."

inferred by llm_cross_episode_character

Why This Matters Across Episodes

The longer arc this connection carries

The retreat from the raid in Episode 6 sets the stage for the characters' movements in Episode 7. Their forced entry into the sewers is a direct consequence of the failed mission in Episode 6, highlighting the escalating peril of their situation.

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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