2. Character development
It's clear that Syrrik experienced the most emotional and personal growth during Stargazers episode 23, especially considering he flees to the Foxwell's quarters after Jato all but breaks his son down during their blowout instead of isolating himself.
Syrrik seeks comfort from Leon's parents, who gladly offer it without pressuring the young man to explain. True to his pattern of growth, he talks openly about his feelings and why his father's words hurt him so terribly.
Syrrik is loosening up as he spends more time with people besides his father, who had him wound tighter than the warp coils of the Defiant.
As Syrrik enjoys the Foxwell's hospitality, he becomes relaxed enough to join in on Churi and Godric's silly jokes and tells one of his own. "Have any of you heard the joke about the bed? [...] That's because it hasn't been made yet." It's corny but keeps true to Syrrik's core personality, which includes order and neatness.
