In a story filled with magical interference, romantic entanglements, and complex relationships, the main narrative centers around the struggles and dynamics among several characters.
The royals (Theseus) caused Hermia to see that the only way she could be safe and stay with Lysander without her father killing her was to run away, which caused Helena to tell Demetruis and started the whole love triangle.
The Potion
The potion reoccurred in the play, causing conflict with the characters by making them fall in love with the first thing they saw once waking up.
Theme
Loyalty
Egeus didn't stand by Hermia when she said sh loved Lysander, he continued to make her marry Demetrius, and even threatened to kill her.
Honesty
Created conflict with characters
The characters weren't being loyal to the people they were dating.