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Gravity Regulation Control Pad

Specialized controller used to manipulate gravitational forces within the Sontaran experiment's crushing mechanism
3 appearances

Purpose

To regulate the gravitational intensity of the experiment's crushing mechanism during human testing procedures

Significance

The control pad represents Styre's technological dominance and sadistic methodology in weaponizing gravity against human physiology. Its operation during the experiment directly leads to Roth's death and Vural's near-fatal crushing, demonstrating how the Sontarans exploit human vulnerability as a strategic tool.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

3 moments
S12E10 · The Sontaran Experiment Part 2
Harry discovers allies in peril

The Gravity Experiment Control Pad is operated by Styre to increase the weight on the gravity bar, demonstrating his direct control over the intensity of the torture. It serves as both a tool and a symbol of Sontaran technological and military dominance.

Before: Located with Styre, ready to adjust pressure during the experiment on Vural.
After: Still in Styre’s possession and active, having just increased the weight to 300 pounds.
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S12E10 · The Sontaran Experiment Part 2
Witnessing Styre’s human experiments

Styre’s control pad adjusts the gravitational weight of the bar via electrical impulse. Its unadorned interface reflects Sontaran utilitarianism, enabling precise cruelty calibrated to human endurance limits.

Before: Held by Styre with settings at 40 pounds
After: Adjusted to 300 pounds by depressing button
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S12E10 · The Sontaran Experiment Part 2
Doctor comprehends Sontaran experiment design

The Gravity Experiment Control Pad functions as Styre’s tool for adjusting the intensity of the gravity bar experiment over Erak, Krans, and Vural. Each press of the pad increases the weight suspended above them, transforming the bar into a living instrument of torture.

Before: Stored with Styre’s equipment, presumably near the gravity bar apparatus.
After: Continues to be operated by Styre, maintaining control over the human subjects’ suffering.
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