Object
Black Dalek's Transmutation Machine
A Dalek device operated by the Black Dalek in the Skaro weapons room adjacent to the Skaro cell. It demonstrates its primary function by transmuting a lump of iron into gold to lure Maxtible into a false bargain. Upon activation, the machine paralyzes its human target (Maxtible) and initiates a forced conversion process, transforming them into a Dalek-human hybrid under Dalek control. The Doctor, Jamie, and Victoria witness the entire process in horror as the machine enforces Dalek supremacy through irreversible biological and psychological conversion.
3 appearances
Purpose
Transmute base metals into gold and convert humans into Daleks
Significance
Black Dalek deploys it as a lure to betray Maxtible then as a threat to force Doctor's obedience in isolating human defiance factor, exposing Dalek ruthlessness and pushing Doctor toward sabotage.
Appearances in the Narrative
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