Object
Auton Mannequin (Ransome's Encounter)
A plastic Auton mannequin with a smooth, shiny surface and a featureless face, capable of detaching its hand to reveal a built-in weapon. This specific instance is first described by Ransome in the Brigadier's office, where he recounts its hostile actions—detaching its hand to fire a weapon that blasts a hole through the factory wall. Later, Channing activates a similar Auton mannequin in the plastics factory control room, directing it to execute Ransome. Both encounters demonstrate the Nestene's control over these human-like enforcers, escalating tension as they serve as lethal tools for alien authority.
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Purpose
Infiltration and attack; disguises as mannequin with detachable hand-weapon for surprise assaults
Significance
Serves as pivotal clue confirming the plastic invasion threat; shifts Brigadier's skepticism and spurs Liz's covert action to aid the Doctor
Appearances in the Narrative
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