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Identity in Fragmentation: The Erosion of Self

Identity is portrayed as a fragile and porous construct, easily fractured by external manipulation and trauma. Characters like Tegan, Aris, and Adric face psychological erosion—psychic influences, alien forces, and shifting loyalties destabilize their sense of self. Resistance and submission become indistinguishable under pressure, as seen in institutional settings and psychological torment. The theme underscores how crises, both internal and external, threaten the integrity of personal identity, echoing earlier explorations of psychological fragility.

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