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Snowcap Base Cybermen Tracking Specialist
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Snowcap Base Radar Operator

professional alert dutiful
Human military radar technician at Snowcap Base during The Tenth Planet Parts 3–4, specializing in tracking Cybermen ships and providing threat intelligence to General Cutler and UNIT personnel. Replaces or succeeds the Zeus 4 Probe Radar Operator as the Cybermen crisis escalates.
10 appearances
Radar Surveillance and Threat Tracking
Also known as: RADAR (Automated System)

Snowcap Base …'s Journey

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10 moments
S4E7 · The Tenth Planet Part 3
Polly forces Barclay to sabotage the rocket

Focused and composed, with a underlying sense of urgency that mirrors the room’s tension. His reports are clinical, but the stakes are clear in his tone.

The Radar operator monitors the Cybermen’s signal, reporting its movement and direction to Cutler with professional detachment. His updates—'The signal... it's moving. Coming in fast, course 0-1-5'—escalate the tension in …

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S4E7 · The Tenth Planet Part 3
Cutler’s dual gambit against Cybermen

Professionally alert, with a sense of urgency. He is fully engaged in his role, providing critical data without emotional display, though the tension of the situation is palpable in his reports.

Radar operates the radar screen, providing real-time updates on the Cybermen's signal. His reports are precise and urgent, confirming the Cybermen's approach and course. He is a key source of …

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S4E7 · The Tenth Planet Part 3
Polly exploits Barclay’s guilt to sabotage

Alert and tense, with a sense of urgency driven by the Cybermen’s imminent arrival.

The Radar operator is focused on tracking the Cybermen’s signal, providing Cutler with real-time updates on their movement. His dialogue is concise and professional, reflecting the high-stakes nature of the …

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S4E8 · The Tenth Planet Part 4
Cutler’s Collapse and Cyberman Takeover

Radar's emotional state is one of urgent professionalism. He is focused on providing accurate and timely updates, but the tension in his voice reflects the gravity of the situation. His role is to ensure that the humans are aware of the Cybermen's movements, and he fulfills this duty with quiet efficiency, even as the situation spirals out of control.

Radar reports the approach and landing of the Cyberman ships, providing critical situational awareness to the humans in the Tracking Room. His urgent updates heighten the tension as the Cybermen's …

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S4E8 · The Tenth Planet Part 4
Cybermen Seize Control and Take Hostages

Authoritative and detached, his actions driven by cold logic rather than emotion.

Krang, the Cyberman leader, enters the Tracking Room with ruthless efficiency, silencing the humans and asserting dominance. He executes Cutler without hesitation, then negotiates with the Doctor, demanding the disarmament …

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S4E8 · The Tenth Planet Part 4
Doctor Negotiates with Krang

Frustrated and tense, but pragmatic in the face of the Cybermen’s control.

Dyson receives a garbled transmission from Lieutenant Cutler describing strange phenomena on Mondas before the signal cuts out. He attempts to re-establish contact but fails, and later is ordered by …

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S4E8 · The Tenth Planet Part 4
Cutler’s Execution and Cyberman Hostage Crisis

Frustrated and resigned, his professionalism keeps him focused, but his internal tension is evident in his clipped responses and reluctant compliance.

Dyson receives the garbled transmission from Lieutenant Cutler, his frustration growing as the signal cuts out. He attempts to re-establish contact but fails, and his role shifts from communications officer …

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S4E8 · The Tenth Planet Part 4
Ben Lures Cybermen to Their Doom

Astonished and relieved, his initial shock giving way to a sense of wonder and gratitude as the Cybermen disintegrate.

Radar is the first to notice Mondas disintegrating, his astonishment palpable as he points it out to the others. His observation triggers the realization that the Cybermen are collapsing, their …

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S4E8 · The Tenth Planet Part 4
Ben Demands Doctor and Polly’s Rescue

Relieved and optimistic, as the crisis is confirmed to be over.

Terry communicates with Snowcap Base from Zeus 5, confirming that everything is working normally and requesting assistance for splashdown. His relief is palpable, marking the shift from crisis to resolution. …

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S4E8 · The Tenth Planet Part 4
Mondas Collapse and Cybermen Defeat

Astonished and relieved, shifting from tension to triumph

Radar observes the disintegration of Mondas on the radar display, his astonishment palpable as he witnesses the planet's collapse. His reaction triggers the realization that the Cybermen are dependent on …

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Affiliation

Time Lords
Intergalactic Alliance Oversight and Diplomatic Accountability