Object

Trojans' Projectiles Thrown at Steven and Vicki During Capture

Rough, handheld stones hurled by an angry mob of Trojans, incited by Cassandra's accusations, during Steven and Vicki's capture or escort to the dungeon. The projectiles serve as immediate threats, forcing evasive maneuvers and amplifying the chaos and hostility of the scene.

4 appearances

Purpose

Harass and intimidate suspected Greek spies

Significance

Escalate tension between captives and Trojans, symbolizing the mob's fury fueled by Cassandra's prophecies and foreshadowing the prisoners' vulnerability in the dungeon

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

4 moments

S3E8 · Death of a Spy

Vicki and Steven clash over survival tactics

The stones thrown at Steven and Vicki by the Trojans are referenced as a form of harassment, incited by Cassandra’s accusations. Steven recounts the barrage as a symbol of the rising hostility and suspicion they face, forcing them into evasive maneuvers and amplifying the chaos of their predicament. The stones serve as a tangible manifestation of the institutional paranoia and violence that Vicki and Steven must navigate, reinforcing the urgency of their need to escape or find allies within Troy. Their mention in the dialogue underscores the physical and emotional danger they are in, heightening the stakes of their argument.

Before: Scattered on the ground near the dungeon, used by Trojans to harass and intimidate Vicki and Steven as they were captured or escorted to the dungeon.

After: Still present as a lingering threat, symbolizing the ongoing hostility and suspicion directed at the TARDIS companions. The stones are a reminder of the volatile environment they must survive in.

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S3E8 · Death of a Spy

Vicki’s divided loyalties exposed

The stones thrown at Vicki and Steven by Trojans, incited by Cassandra’s accusations, are referenced by Steven as a minor but harrowing threat—'Some fool throwing stones at us. Probably stirred up by Cassandra.'—though the event itself is not shown in this segment. The stones symbolize the escalating hostility and danger Vicki and Steven face, as well as the fragility of their position in Troy. While not physically present in this scene, their mention serves as a reminder of the immediate threats the characters are up against, reinforcing the urgency of their situation and the need to act quickly to secure their safety and the city’s fate.

Before: Thrown earlier by Trojans incited by Cassandra, serving as a physical manifestation of the growing suspicion and violence toward Vicki and Steven.

After: Their impact lingers in the characters’ memories and the tension of the scene, as a symbol of the ongoing danger and the need for Vicki and Steven to find a way to prove their loyalty or escape.

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S3E8 · Death of a Spy

Steven’s failed warning to Odysseus

The stones thrown by the Trojans are referenced in Steven’s dialogue as a distraction or harassment during their capture. While not physically present in this specific event, the mention of the stones serves as a reminder of the hostile environment in which Vicki and Steven find themselves. The stones symbolize the growing tension and danger they face, as well as the Trojans’ suspicion of them as Greek spies. This object, though not directly involved in the scene, contributes to the atmosphere of threat and urgency that permeates the dungeon.

Before: Not physically present in this scene, but referenced as a past event that contributed to the hostile environment of the dungeon.

After: Still not physically present, but the memory of the stones’ impact lingers as a symbol of the danger and suspicion that Vicki and Steven continue to face.

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S3E8 · Death of a Spy

Troilus Delivers Food to Vicki

The stones thrown at Steven and Vicki earlier in the scene are referenced sarcastically by Vicki as a distraction caused by Cassandra’s accusations. Though not physically present during this event, their mention underscores the hostile environment and the Trojans’ suspicion of the prisoners. The stones serve as a reminder of the immediate threats Vicki and Steven face, reinforcing the urgency of their predicament and the need for a solution before the city falls.

Before: Thrown earlier by Trojans incited by Cassandra, clattering against walls and ground near Steven and Vicki.

After: No longer physically present, but their memory lingers as a symbol of the Trojans’ hostility and the danger Vicki and Steven are in.

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