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: The story follows Datak Tarr’s ruthless quest to become Mayor. He makes a secret deal to sell the town’s valuable mines to the Earth Republic in exchange for power.

: The story ends tragically for Lorca, who is killed by Emperor Georgiou, leaving fans to wonder about the fate of the "Prime" Lorca. Defiance (Season 1, Episode 11) [S1E11] Past Is Prologue

: Meanwhile, Doc Yewll discovers a mysterious connection between an artifact and Irisa, causing Irisa immense physical pain and setting up a major cliffhanger. Defiance episode 11 review: Past Is Prologue | Den of Geek : The story follows Datak Tarr’s ruthless quest

While the title was used for S1E13 rather than S1E11, it is a fan-favorite "story" because it reveals the season-long deception of Captain Gabriel Lorca. Defiance (Season 1, Episode 11) : Meanwhile, Doc

: It is revealed that the Lorca fans had been following was actually from the Mirror Universe. He spent the entire season manipulating the Discovery crew to return to his home dimension and launch a coup against the Emperor.

The phrase "Past Is Prologue" is a popular episode title appearing in several series, though it most notably refers to significant turning points in and Defiance . Star Trek: Discovery (Season 1, Episode 13)