Doctor secures Cyberman control device
Plot Beats
The narrative micro-steps within this event
Ben reports the medical room is barricaded but won't hold forever, prompting the Doctor to remove the control device from Evans; the Doctor then tasks Jamie and Ben to ensure Evans does not return.
Ben jokes about becoming a policeman when he returns to 1966, highlighting the unusual circumstances they are in after subduing Evans. The Doctor gathers the Cyberman control device and puts it in his coat.
Who Was There
Characters present in this moment
Resilient and determined, with a touch of levity to ease the tension. Ben’s humor suggests a willingness to find moments of lightness even in dire circumstances, but his actions are focused and effective.
Ben reports that the sick bay has been barricaded, acknowledging the temporary nature of the solution. He jokes about becoming a police officer in 1966, using humor to diffuse the tension. Ben assists in restraining Evans and leaves with Jamie to secure him, demonstrating his resourcefulness and leadership. His actions are resilient and pragmatic, reflecting his naval background and ability to improvise under pressure.
- • Support the Doctor and Jamie in restraining Evans and ensuring he does not pose a further threat.
- • Contribute to the team’s efforts to secure the Gravitron Control Room and address the Cybermen’s sabotage.
- • The team’s collective efforts are essential to overcoming the Cybermen’s threat, and Ben’s role is to provide both practical support and moral support through humor.
- • The barricade in the sick bay is a temporary measure, and the group must act quickly to find a more permanent solution.
Determined and focused, with a sense of urgency. Jamie’s demeanor is serious, but his actions are steady and reliable, driven by his commitment to the group’s safety.
Jamie asks the Doctor what to do with Evans, seeking clear direction in the chaotic situation. He assists in restraining Evans, following the Doctor’s instructions without hesitation. His actions are determined and loyal, reflecting his role as a protector of the group. Jamie’s participation underscores the team’s unity and his willingness to take on responsibility, even in the face of danger.
- • Follow the Doctor’s instructions to restrain Evans and ensure he does not pose a further threat.
- • Support Ben and the Doctor in maintaining control of the situation and securing the Gravitron Control Room.
- • The Doctor’s guidance is essential in navigating the crisis, and Jamie trusts his judgment implicitly.
- • The team’s collective efforts are necessary to overcome the Cybermen’s sabotage and protect the moonbase.
Focused and determined, with an undercurrent of urgency. His actions are methodical, but his demeanor suggests a keen awareness of the stakes and the need for quick, effective solutions.
The Doctor takes decisive action by removing the Cyberman control device from Evans’ helmet, neutralizing the immediate threat. He praises Ben and Jamie for their efforts, demonstrating his trust in their capabilities, and delegates the task of restraining Evans to them. His pragmatic approach is evident as he pockets the control device, signaling its potential strategic value. The Doctor’s leadership is calm yet urgent, reflecting his awareness of the ticking clock and the need to act swiftly.
- • Neutralize the immediate Cyberman threat by removing the control device from Evans.
- • Secure the control device for potential future use against the Cybermen, leveraging it as a tactical advantage.
- • The team’s cohesion and quick thinking are critical to overcoming the Cybermen’s sabotage.
- • The control device could be a key to turning the tide in their favor, but time is of the essence.
None (incapacitated). Evans is not conscious or active during this event, having been neutralized by the Doctor’s removal of the control device.
Evans is incapacitated and has the Cyberman control device removed by the Doctor. He is later restrained and taken away by Ben and Jamie, posing no further immediate threat. His state is passive, reflecting the successful neutralization of the Cyberman influence over him. Evans’ role in this event is primarily as a victim of the Cybermen’s control, and his incapacitation allows the companions to focus on the broader threat.
- • None (incapacitated).
- • None (incapacitated).
Tense and urgent, reflecting the high-stakes environment of the moonbase under Cyberman attack. Nils’ call to Joe suggests a sense of urgency and the need for quick action.
Nils calls out to Joe, indicating the ongoing crisis and the need for coordination among the crew. His brief appearance underscores the broader chaos unfolding in the moonbase, as the companions focus on the immediate threat in the Gravitron Control Room. Nils’ role here is peripheral but highlights the collaborative effort required to address the Cybermen’s sabotage.
- • Coordinate with other crew members to address the ongoing crisis and ensure the moonbase’s security.
- • Support the Doctor and companions in their efforts to neutralize the Cyberman threat.
- • The Cybermen’s sabotage is a serious and immediate threat that requires the entire crew’s attention and cooperation.
- • The Doctor and his companions are key to resolving the crisis, and Nils’ role is to facilitate their efforts.
Objects Involved
Significant items in this scene
The Cyberman’s high-pitched transmit device is removed from Evans’ helmet by the Doctor, neutralizing the immediate threat posed by Evans’ Cyberman-controlled actions. This device is a critical tool, as it not only allows the Cybermen to exert control over individuals but also serves as a potential key to understanding and countering their technology. The Doctor’s decision to pocket the device underscores its strategic value, as it could provide leverage against the Cybermen’s broader sabotage efforts. The device’s removal marks a pivotal moment, shifting the balance of power in the Gravitron Control Room and offering a glimmer of hope in the fight against the Cybermen.
The Gravitron Control Room’s tables and chairs are referenced as having been used to barricade the sick bay, though they are not directly involved in this specific event. Their mention underscores the companions’ improvisational efforts to secure the moonbase and highlights the resourcefulness required to address the Cybermen’s threat. While not physically present in this event, the barricade serves as a symbolic reminder of the broader struggle to maintain control over the moonbase’s critical areas.
The Doctor’s coat serves as a secure storage location for the Cyberman control device after it is removed from Evans. This act is symbolic of the Doctor’s strategic thinking, as he recognizes the device’s potential value and ensures its safety for future use. The coat’s role is functional, providing a discreet and accessible place to keep the device close at hand. Its involvement in this event highlights the Doctor’s pragmatism and his ability to turn even small advantages into potential game-changers in the fight against the Cybermen.
Location Details
Places and their significance in this event
The Gravitron Control Room serves as the central location for this event, where the Doctor removes the Cyberman control device from Evans and delegates the task of restraining him to Ben and Jamie. This room is a high-stakes environment, critical to the moonbase’s operations and now a battleground against the Cybermen’s sabotage. The hum of machinery and the tension in the air underscore the urgency of the situation, as the companions work to regain control. The room’s functional role is that of a command center, where critical decisions are made and executed under pressure. Its atmosphere is one of controlled chaos, with a palpable sense of danger and the need for swift action.
Narrative Connections
How this event relates to others in the story
"The gravatron stopping leads to the Doctor urging Ben and Jamie to act quickly before Evans comes back and they act quickly to remove him from the console."
Gravitron sabotage exposed"The gravatron stopping leads to the Doctor urging Ben and Jamie to act quickly before Evans comes back and they act quickly to remove him from the console."
Doctor orders immediate containment of Evans"Removed from the council which then leads to talking about their limited resources and tech, leads into the Doctor having an idea."
Cybermen reinforcements escalate the crisis"Removed from the council which then leads to talking about their limited resources and tech, leads into the Doctor having an idea."
Polly Warns of Cybermen’s New ThreatPart of Larger Arcs
Key Dialogue
"DOCTOR: Well done, Ben. Here's another one for you."
"JAMIE: What do we do with him, Doctor?"
"DOCTOR: That's your problem. Just make sure he doesn't come back here for a while."
"BEN: Blimey, I'll be after a job as a copper when I get back to 1966."