Object
Vaughn's Loaded Pistol
A lethal firearm used as a symbolic threat in Vaughn’s office, placed beside TARDIS circuits to imply violent consequences if the Doctor interferes. Distinct from Vaughn’s other tools (e.g., wrist communicator) due to its stationary placement in a desk drawer and narrative role in intimidation.
3 appearances
Purpose
Fire bullets to kill or threaten
Significance
Serves as Vaughn's veiled threat against the Doctor and Jamie, amplifying his power play after seizing the TARDIS circuits and foreshadowing his violent control over International Electromatics operations
Appearances in the Narrative
When this object appears and how it's used