The word “stockade” is used to evoke a tangible sense of defense, confinement, and often impending confrontation. Authors employ it as both a literal barrier—whether marking the grim scene of violent retribution ([1]) or serving as a makeshift haven for daring escapades ([2], [3], [4])—and as a symbol of the boundary between order and chaos, as seen in military maneuvers and strategic defenses ([5], [6], [7], [8]). In historical narratives, the term underscores the reality of fortification against external threats and the efforts to maintain control during turbulent times ([9], [10], [11]). In each instance, the stockade becomes more than just a physical structure; it is an essential narrative device that reflects the tension and isolation inherent in its setting ([12]).