Arc Significance
- This episode marks the first appearance of the enigmatic Mr. Morden, the human representative of the Shadows and a character who would later have a connection to future B5 commander John Sheridan.
- This episode also marks the first onscreen appearance by a Shadow vessel.
- Lady Ladira's prophecy about Babylon 5's destruction will be referenced repeatedly over the course of the series, particularly in "War Without End" and, ultimately, "Sleeping in Light".
- Every candidate for the position Commanding Officer of Babylon 5 was rejected by the Minbari Government except for Sinclair.
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