Power and Authority

Authority figures often misuse power, seen in Captain Franco's dictatorial control over the wub, the Council's manipulation of Conger in 'The Skull,' and the oppressive government surveillance in 'The Defenders' and 'The Gun.'

The Speaker and the Council manipulate Conger, using state power to eliminate a perceived threat.

The leadys attempt to control human movement and knowledge, but the humans assert their authority through force and investigation.

The conflict between Reinhart and Dixon over how to handle Cole highlights the tension between authoritarian control and scientific inquiry.

Reinhart exerts control over the war effort, the Council, and Sherikov, demonstrating authoritarian power.