Causal
strong strength
Narrative Connection
How these two moments in the story relate
From
Hyde begins the TOM-TIT transmission sequence
S9E21
·
The Time Monster Part 1
To
Master and Ruth trigger TOM-TIT finale
S9E21
·
The Time Monster Part 1
Why These Connect
The narrative assertion
"Hyde’s configuration of the matrix scanner and initiation of the transfer sequence sets up the Master’s final countdown, leading directly to the cup and saucer vanishing and the power surge that ends the episode."
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.