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Deconstruction: Holmes is an incredible, unbelievable detective.As Sherlock points out, nothing he could steal from any bank in the world is ever going to be worth more than a computer program that will let him break into any bank in the world. Cut Lex Luthor a Check: Neatly exploited by Moriarty.
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Continuity Nod: While handcuffed and forced to hold hands with Sherlock, John mutters "Now people will definitely talk", referencing his line in " The Great Game".Moriarty: That's your problem, you always want everything to be so clever. Complexity Addiction: This is how Moriarty knew Sherlock would fall for the "super-code" lie.They return a verdict of "not guilty," because Moriarty has used the ultimate tactic to get away with his crime: jury intimidation. At trial, he offers no defence and the judge tells the jury that they have no choice but to convict. There are plenty of witnesses and good quality security camera footage. Common Nonsense Jury: Moriarty was caught red-handed stealing the Crown Jewels.But Moriarty has another ace up his sleeve. Sherlock goes into hiding and tries to debunk Moriarty and clear his name. Clear My Name: Moriarty makes Sherlock look like a fraud.Chekhov's Gunman: A literal example - Mrs Hudson's repairman is an assassin (with his gun in his toolbox) sent by Moriarty to kill her if Sherlock does not commit suicide.Chained Heat: A reluctant Lestrade is forced to arrest Sherlock, but Sherlock escapes with John handcuffed to him as his 'hostage'.Ultimately, it is revealed they have been hired by Moriarty to kill Sherlock's friends if Sherlock refuses to kill himself. Carnival of Killers: A group of international assassins appear around Sherlock, although initially they appear to be keeping him alive.He's then acquitted, despite being caught red-handed, offering literally no evidence in his favour, not even bothering to have a lawyer and actually admitting he was guilty! This actually has very little to do with his endgame in the episode it's almost entirely about showing off and making Sherlock look foolish. Captured on Purpose: Moriarty's "Crime of the Century" - he breaks into the Tower of London, the Bank of England and Pentonville prison, three of the most secure locations in England, in one day, then is apprehended wearing the crown jewels.It happened in " A Scandal in Belgravia" when Moriarty's phone rang: "Stayin' Alive". Call-Back: Moriarty tells Sherlock he's already told him what "The Final Problem" is, if Sherlock was paying attention.Every officer you made to feel a tit, which is a lot of people. Bullying a Dragon: All Sherlock's put-downs of Anderson and Donovan finally come back to bite him.In his final confrontation with Sherlock, Moriarty slips into an American accent for a little bit for no reason at all.Sherlock switches from his Irish accent to an American one here and there, without much reason.He comments on the fact he was surprised no one got the joke. Rich Brook is the English translation of "Reichenbach", the case that launched Sherlock into fame.
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Heck, Moriarty's entire fake personality Richard Brook is a Brick Joke.
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Later on after Moriarty is arrested and newspapers are flying across the screen, if you pause it to read it you will see they once again address John as "Confirmed Bachelor".