(S01E07) One of the best aspects of 'Caprica' (and its predecessor series) is the creators' ability to know exactly how long to drag out a storyline before people get bored with it and replace it with the next level of the storyline. The final, single word spoken by Daniel Graystone in tonight's episode proves that the story is ready for the next step.

Another benefit is the ability to have so much happening at once that the viewer has absolutely no idea how the season is going to end, which is why he or she keeps tuning in every week.

Yet another benefit is that the technobabble is nowhere near 'Star Trek' level annoying. It's realistic enough to keep interest without making up every other word.

There were several references to 'Battlestar Galactica' in tonight's episode and to what will eventually become the Cylon culture. The line "this has all happened before..." is straight out of that series. Resurrection was discussed by Sister Clarice. The story also touched on the subject of death becoming a learning experience in V-World. It wouldn't surprise me if someone eventually hacks New Cap City to allow for resurrection, perhaps even Daniel or Zoe.

Joseph Adama continued the search for his daughter's avatar. That plotline seemed more a work-in-progress. Tad did become a sympathetic figure when he died in New Cap City. After all, that life was the best thing he had. His real life sucked. Perhaps this will lead to future storylines where he plots revenge against Joseph Adama.

Lacy Rand is becoming more manipulative and ruthless. What exactly is Zoe's goal? Is she trying to help her father or get to Geminon or both?

Young William Adama and his Uncle Sam were not seen in tonight's episode. It happens. That's why it's an ensemble drama.

It was difficult to tell if Sister Clarice was trying to convert or seduce Amanda Graystone. Maybe it was a little of both. I don't recall if the death of Amanda's brother Darius has been mentioned before, but it's exactly the sort of issue a cult would hook into to reel in another member. Between that and losing her daughter (and the additional stress of having the memorial moved on her), it's no wonder she's boozing it up and taking pills. Sister Clarice reminds me a lot of Gaius Baltar in the final seasons of 'BSG' when he went all preachy, particularly with her talk about God's perfection.

The revelation at the end was not a total shocker. After all, Daniel was well aware that an avatar of Zoe existed since the pilot. He simply thought he lost her. She probably left other clues for him to figure it out. We still don't know the complete context of his words (which is why we will tune in next week), but this could mean the beginning of Cylon mass-production.

Only two more episodes are left until the break. SyFy will air the remaining 11 episodes of the season in October. What are your thoughts on tonight's episode?