It is of the highest importance in the art of detection to be able to recognize, out of a number of facts, which are incidental and which vital. Otherwise your energy and attention must be dissipated instead of being concentrated.   -Sherlock Holmes, The Reigate Puzzle Sherlock Holmes was known for many things, including strong leadership, quick wit, and a phenomenal acting ability.  But, his most famous quality was deductive reasoning from astute observation.  And he began almost every case by meeting someone new.  Someone who had just experienced a horrific event.  Someone whose trust Sherlock had to earn.  Someone who had to believe Sherlock could and would help them. Respect…