Alydon

Alydon begins with composed reassurance but descends into shock and concern as the reality of the Daleks’ survival sinks in. His emotional state is a mix of protective urgency (for Susan and his people) and deep unease about the resurgent threat. By the end, he is resolute in his alliance with Susan, but his underlying fear for the Thals’ future is palpable.

Urgent and calculated—his empathy for Susan is genuine, but his primary goal is securing the drugs (and potentially Susan’s cooperation) to save his own people, even if it means exploiting her desperation.

Not directly observable, but inferred through Susan’s portrayal: likely a mix of desperation (for his people’s survival) and cautious optimism (in forging an alliance with the companions). His actions suggest a leader burdened by responsibility but unwilling to abandon hope.

Cautiously observant, balancing concern for the Doctor with skepticism toward the Thals.

Desperate and hopeful, clinging to the slim chance that the Daleks might offer aid despite their enmity.

Desperate and hopeful, but his hope is unwittingly being manipulated by the Daleks through Susan’s relayed message.

Defensive and hopeful, masking underlying frustration with the group’s lack of unity and Dyoni’s personal feelings. His emotional state is a mix of determination to secure food for the Thals and exasperation with the internal conflicts distracting from their survival.

Defensive yet resolute, masking deep frustration with the Thals’ internal divisions and the desperation of their situation.

Urgent and slightly exasperated, masking deeper concern for the Thals' survival and the fragility of their alliances

Desperately hopeful, with a tinge of anxiety

Despairing → cautiously optimistic—Alydon’s initial hopelessness about the Thals’ future gives way to a fragile hope as he hears the message, but he remains acutely aware of the risks involved in trusting the Daleks.

Not directly observable, but his absence is felt through the cloak's symbolic role—a tangible extension of his alliance with the group. The cloak's effectiveness in the ambush would likely reinforce his hope for their mutual survival.

Not directly observable, but his absence underscores the Thals’ reliance on the group’s success—his hope for their escape and his people’s survival is palpable in the cloak’s symbolic role.

Not directly observable, but inferred to be hopeful and supportive, given the cloak’s role in aiding the prisoners’ escape.

Not directly observable, but his trust in the group is evident through the cloak's use.

Resigned and watchful. Ganatus is acutely aware of the stakes but chooses not to intervene, likely because he sees no path forward that doesn't risk the Thals' survival. His emotional state is one of quiet tension, waiting for the outcome of the debate to dictate his next actions.

A mix of urgent desperation and helpless rage. He is acutely aware of the Thals’ vulnerability and his own powerlessness to stop the ambush. His shout is laced with panic, but his survival suggests a resolve to fight back later.

Cautiously optimistic initially, shifting to relief upon surviving the ambush. His emotional state is likely tinged with guilt for not being able to save the others, but also a steely resolve to continue the resistance.

Horrified and desperate, his warning is a futile cry as the Thals are slaughtered. His emotional state is a mix of guilt for not acting sooner and resolve to ensure the Thals’ sacrifice is not in vain. The event forces him to abandon moral neutrality and embrace resistance.

A storm of grief and fury, with a flicker of hope for justice beneath the surface. His anger is not just at the Daleks, but at the senselessness of Temmosus’ death—a man who represented the last shred of stability for his people.

Conflict and resolve, torn between his pacifist ideals and the necessity of defending his people.

A storm of conflicting emotions—initially, he’s calm and resolute, grounded in his pacifist beliefs. But as Ian’s provocation escalates, his frustration boils over into rage, particularly when Dyoni is threatened. The punch is not just a physical act; it’s the culmination of his internal struggle between principle and survival. There’s a sense of betrayal, too—betrayal of his own ideals, and perhaps of the companions for pushing him to this point.

Enraged and defensive, transitioning from defiant pacifism to violent retaliation. His emotional state is a mix of fury at Ian's threats and despair over the Thals' inability to protect themselves without abandoning their principles. The strike is an impulsive but inevitable response to the violation of his people's sacred values.

Deeply conflicted—oscillating between guilt over his violence and the pragmatic realization that pacifism may be unsustainable.

Resolute and validated, his leadership affirmed by the group's unanimous support.

Determined and slightly frustrated—he is eager to act and sees the Thals’ pacifism as a hindrance to their survival, masking his own anxiety behind a veneer of confidence.

Cautiously resigned, with a mix of skepticism and reluctant acceptance. He is torn between his desire to protect his people and the need to take bold action against the Daleks. His tone is subdued, reflecting his internal conflict.

Frustrated but resigned—Alydon knows the risks of the Doctor’s plan but feels powerless to override his confidence, balancing his duty to his people with deference to their ally.

Skeptical and concerned—worried about the risks of the sabotage and the safety of the Doctor and Susan, but ultimately deferring to their expertise.

Cautiously concerned, balancing his duty to warn the Thals with his worry for the Doctor and Susan's safety, and a sense of urgency to return and assist them.

Wary and concerned, balancing his trust in the Doctor’s abilities with his instinct to protect his people.

Urgent and focused, with a sense of determination as he seizes the moment created by the Thal invasion.

Highly focused and urgent, his tone reflecting his commitment to the mission.

Highly focused and determined, his urgency bordering on frustration as he realizes the group’s options are dwindling. There’s a sense of responsibility weighing on him, knowing that every second counts in their race against the Daleks’ countdown.

Urgent but controlled—his surface calm masks a deep sense of responsibility for the group’s safety. There’s a flicker of frustration in his repeated commands, but it’s quickly channelled into action rather than despair.

Hopeful yet resigned, with a surface optimism masking the underlying anxiety about the Thals’ future. His plea for the Doctor to stay is heartfelt, and his acceptance of the Doctor’s advice is tinged with both gratitude and a sense of responsibility for the Thals’ path forward. There is a quiet determination in his farewells, as he seeks to carry the Doctor’s lessons into their new beginning.

Warm and nurturing; she is saddened by the departure but finds comfort in the bonds formed and the hope for the Thals’ future.