Narrative Connection
How these two moments in the story relate
Why These Connect
The narrative assertion
"David's signaling of the bomb attack in Episode 5 leads directly to the chaotic retreat and Dalek policy shift in Episode 6, where prisoners are prioritized over extermination."
inferred by llm_cross_episode_character
Why This Matters Across Episodes
The longer arc this connection carries
David's role in coordinating the resistance's strike in Episode 5 is part of the broader tactical escalation that culminates in the failed raid in Episode 6. The retreat from this raid forces the Daleks to shift their tactics, reflecting the escalating stakes.
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.