*If she were called on it, Samus would probably have something to say about engaging an opponent on multiple fields, claiming favorable ground, strategic so-on-and-so-forth. It is worth noting that Jim is willing to suffer a setback if he also makes progress, but that's hardly surprising given the personality he's shown thus far.*

The plan is usually the first casualty. Flexibility is healthy, and contact with the Nexus inevitably leads to change. Better to make it consciously, and get the kind you want.