"A Distant Star" discussion

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This is the discussion post for the episodes 2X04, "A Distant Star". Spoilers for the whole of the series, including the spin-offs and tie-ins, are allowed here so newbies beware.

Summary:
A ship commanded by an old friend of Sheridan's becomes lost in hyperspace after a visit to Babylon 5. Meanwhile Delenn is being questioned by the Minbari about her transformation.

Extra reading:

The article for "A Distant Star" at Lurker's Guide.

Comments

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I have read (somewhere, can't remember) that JMS intended to delve into the effect of the Alliance becoming a reality: with unintended consequences and unforeseen issues; including individual world's rights and the Rangers being seen as Enforcers rather than Peacekeepers. It's hinted at in Deconstruction; that not everyone remembers his 'reign' positively, and his intentions are not seen as benign.

The temptation to prefer order over chaos is always there.