Thals

Desperate and hopeful—their survival depends on Susan’s trust and the drugs she can secure.

Unseen but inferred as starving and hopeful (for aid from the prisoners), yet unaware of the Daleks’ trap.

Not directly observable, but inferred as desperate and hopeful (based on Susan’s advocacy) or susceptible to manipulation (based on the Daleks' plan). Their emotional state is a tension point in the scene, as their fate hangs in the balance of Susan’s defiance and the Daleks' control.

Barbara is deeply concerned for Susan's well-being and frustrated by her inability to intervene. Her suspicion of the Daleks' motives is evident, and the abrupt cutoff of the monitor leaves her feeling powerless. She is clearly protective of Susan and eager to uncover the truth behind the Daleks' actions.

Unaware and hopeful, their focus on survival masking the impending betrayal by the Daleks.

Focused tension—alert and ready to act, but his emotional state is secondary to the group's collective decision-making, reflecting his role as a supportive but pragmatic member.

Cautiously defiant, masking deep anxiety beneath a veneer of logical argument. His emotional state is a mix of frustration (at Temmosus's idealism) and resignation (knowing he cannot sway the group).

Not directly observable, but inferred through the group’s dialogue as desperate and doomed. The Thals are positioned as tragic figures whose impending slaughter serves as a catalyst for the group’s moral crisis. Their emotional state is one of vulnerability and impending loss, which Susan and Barbara empathize with.

Determined and resolute, with a sense of urgency to act before the Thals fall into the Dalek trap.

Initially hopeful and united behind Temmosus’ leadership, but their emotions quickly shift to terror and despair as the ambush unfolds. Those who survive are left traumatized, their trust in the Daleks shattered forever.

Initially urgent and panicked as he realizes the ambush, shifting to desperation as he flees. His emotional state is one of helplessness and guilt, knowing he could not save the Thals but also understanding the necessity of his own survival.

Initially hopeful and united, their emotions shift to sheer terror and despair as the Daleks emerge. The massacre leaves them broken, with Alydon’s survival a bitter reminder of their collective fate.

A mix of guilt for his failure to prevent the ambush and steely resolve to ensure no more lives are lost. His urgency masks a deeper frustration—with the Daleks, with the situation, and perhaps with himself—but he channels it into action, not recrimination.

Eager and resolute, fully committed to the group's decision to fight.

Eager and determined—his enthusiasm is contagious, reinforcing the group’s collective shift toward action and away from moral hesitation.

Determined and defiant, driven by the need to survive and resist Dalek oppression through any means necessary.

Determined and urgent, driven by the need to survive and reclaim their planet. The Thals' emotional state is one of desperation and resolve, as they risk everything to breach the Dalek city and disrupt the genocide.

Determined and urgent, driven by the need to survive and reclaim their planet from Dalek tyranny.

Determined and urgent, with a sense of desperation as they risk their lives to infiltrate the Dalek city. Their emotional state is tied to their survival and the need to protect their people from extermination. The detection of their approach by the Daleks heightens the stakes, as they are now a direct threat to the Daleks' plan.