Messages from Earth story
A startling revelation leads Sheridan and Delenn on a dangerous mission into Earth Alliance space. The Nightwatch expands its influence over Babylon 5. Directed by: Mike Vejar. Story by: J. Michael Straczynski.
7 total · 1 choice · 2 major · 4 minor
| Theme | Level | Motivation |
|---|---|---|
| taking the law into one's own hands | choice | Sheridan went up against his own people for their own good |
| creeping authoritarianism | major | The Nightwatch evoked thoughts of Gestapo, NKVD etc. The Nightwatch was expanding its influence. |
| duty vs. friendship | major | Zack was torn between Nightwatch and friends on Babylon 5 |
| duty vs. self-preservation | minor | Sheridan refused destroy earth ship even in self defense |
| father and son | minor | Sheridan recalled his dad |
| finding religion | minor | G'Kar found something inside himself (and there was an angel) |
| the need for rest and recreation | minor | Garibaldi complained about not having a vacation for three years |