"Watsonian" refers to a perspective or approach that focuses on the internal logic and consistency of a fictional universe, particularly in relation to its characters and events. This term is often associated with the works of Arthur Conan Doyle, especially the Sherlock Holmes stories, where fans analyze the narrative from the viewpoint of the characters within the story. In contrast to "Doylist," which considers external factors like the author's intentions or historical context, Watsonian analysis seeks to understand the story as if it were real. This approach allows fans and scholars to explore character motivations, plot developments, and the world-building of the narrative in a more immersive way.