09 March 1996 - ep 1 and a teensy bit of ep 2 16 March 1996 - rest of ep 2 and half of ep 3 20 April 1996 - rest of ep 3 and two lines of ep 4 27 April 1996 - part of ep 4 25 May 1996 - rest of ep 4 Doctor Who - A Vidalian in the Vortex starring the fourth Doctor, Ben Jackson, Vislor Turlough, Kamelion, and Wolsey BGhoti (ghoti42@ix.netcom.com) - Polly; SilverPolly; OldMan; Gene; BurningGene; Kamelion; Administrator_; ShadyPines; TARDISconsole; Vidalian2; Doc4; TARDISdoors; outerTARDISdoors; Sunshine Brigadier (jlrogers@ix.netcom.com) - Kooky_Old_Person; Gardener_; Gardener_Blood; Admin ChrisBen (chrisben@icok.net) - Ben_Jackson; Stuffin DrGrace (judianng@aol.com) - Female_Bystander ElsaF (elsaf@usa.pipeline.com) - The_Vidalian; Cold-sore; Administrator; CharredRemains; Theatre EvaJ (ejacobus@marinara.mit.edu) - Ben_J Haem (haem@lys.vnet.net) - Hiram; EnidQ; Phyll; Wolsey; Tear; NYCtourist JimJ (jsjuno01@remote.louisville.edu) - Handsome_Stranger nimon (galifrey@fast.net) - Doctor4 Spigi (sylv@sterje.com) - MaxB trevor_ (sean@sojourn.com) - Blake trinalin (trinalin@gnn.com) - Turlough; Rotor ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ::teaser:: * The_Vidalian lands on the lawn outside a nursing home * Hiram walks up to a sunny park bench and sits down * Hiram does not see the Vidalian spaceship in the distance * MaxB goes over to Hiram Ohhh! 'zat you, Max? Sure is. You don't mind if I smoke, do you? Sure, go ahead. Don't hurt me none. Hiram, want to play Bocci ball Sunday afternoon? * Hiram thinks * The_Vidalian leaves his spaceship and sneaks toward the elderly bench * MaxB starts to get out a cigar No, Max, sorry, cain't. I got a appointment Sunday afternoon. Doctor, ya know. * The_Vidalian is a horrifying creature, thin as a pipecleaner man with long claws and red glowing eyes Well, I think I'm going to go and get a sandwich. Okay, Max. Be seein' you. Watch out for that wet spot over there, it's slippery. I guess I'll be seeing you this evening, then. * The_Vidalian skulks through the bushes behind the unknowing Hiram * Kooky_Old_Person walks up to the bench Howdy, Jolene! 'ello Hiram. Boy, things sure are hoppin' today, eh? * The_Vidalian fixes the kooky old person with a mind-controlling stare Yeah, sure are. Did you hear about the... Hey, Jolene...whassa matter? * Hiram stands up and scoots over to Jolene Nothing... * The_Vidalian intensifies his stare * Hiram waves a hand in front of Jolene's face You OK? * The_Vidalian narrows his beady, glowing red eyes, fixing the oldster like a bug under glass * Kooky_Old_Person bites off Hiram's hand * Hiram screams and screams * Hiram goes into shock * Kooky_Old_Person chomps away * Hiram dies * The_Vidalian laughs an evil chuckle Good, good, my puppet...you have served me well. My plan is coalescing! The Earth will be mine! ::title sequence:: Oh, blast! What's up, Doctor? Ah, well, the TARDIS is playing up again. Just like always, Doctor. You could never steer 'er straight. Well, he really should get her serviced. Is it the feedback converter again? Says you, mate. 'ow would you know? All the old ships I've seen are serviced every 10 years or so. This is surely older than that. * Ben_Jackson distrusts Turlough Hush. I can't concentrate! So what is the problem, Doctor? * Ben_Jackson mumbles, "The problem is bloomin' obvious!" I can't tell. That's what worries me. * Turlough looks over the Doctor's shoulder to get any details he can Surely that light shouldn't be blinking... Excuse me, but I think you're blocking my light. Sorry. * Turlough goes into a corner and stares at his fingernails Do you think you could let me worry about that? Now, back to... WHAT! Why didn't you TELL me the light was blinking! I did! * Ben_Jackson spins around and sees the light * Doctor4 jumps up and frantically starts flicking switches * Turlough wonders why he bothers telling the Doctor anything ::the light on the console blinks and blinks and blinks:: Hang on! This is going to be a bit "iffy". Cor blimey, Doctor, what gives? ::the TARDIS starts vibrating in earnest:: * Doctor4 flicks the dematerialization switch EVEN THOUGH the TARDIS is already in flight... Come on, girl...come on! ::the center column whirs, and the TARDIS starts to groan as it dematerializes:: ::the TARDIS buckles violently, throwing all to the floor:: * Doctor4 is knocked to the floor as the TARDIS spins wildly out of contol * Ben_Jackson lands hard on his arm Arrrgggghhh! * Turlough lands in a heap onto Ben Crikey! Get off of me, mate! Doctor, what should we do? One of us has got to get to the dimensional stabilizer, and disconnect it! * Turlough gets closer to the console I think I can reach it! * Turlough crawls closer, pushing off of Ben * Ben_Jackson nurses his bruised arm * Turlough mutters "sorry..." as he reaches the underneath of the console Now, can you reach it? If so, you've got to set it from internal mode to external. That's the blue lever! Is it safe? * Doctor4 shouts incredulously No, it's not! But what choice do we have? Just do it, mate! * Turlough pulls the blue lever and prays! ::the room shrinks but begins to stabilize:: * Turlough is pushed into Ben again Now! Switch it back! Before we get crushed! * Turlough pushes the blue switch back ::the TARDIS begins to stabilize:: *with sarcasm* Great idea, Doctor. Ah, much better. All your fault, distracting me, of course, but I managed to fix things in the end! You know, sometimes I amaze even myself! * Cold-sore appears on Doctor4's lip Not me, Doctor, it was this sissyboy 'ere! I am not a sissyboy. I did save our skins. * Turlough goes off to a corner (which is much closer) and looks at his fingernails LISTEN! Would you stop your bickering, you two? We are in grave danger here! * Turlough listens Okay, Doctor. The TARDIS was almost sucked into a space-time eddy, and it had to have been artificialy created...by someone breaking the laws of time. Who? I don't know. But it is my duty as a Time Lord to put it to an end. Can't we let someone else do this? Ahhh. Well. If we did, where would all the fun be? * Turlough mutters "fun, hah!" What was that, Turlough? Nothing, Doctor. * Ben_Jackson glares at Turlough What do we need to do, Doctor? Where are we now? That's just it. We're still in the Vortex. We shouldn't have been able to dematerialize from here, but as you saw, we were able to, because we were being sucked into the eddy. Is there a way out? I mean, is there something I can do to help get us out? We're out of it. So why don't you just rematerialize, Doctor? We're safe now, but this thing is dangerous. Someone is meddling with powers they couldn't possibly understand. Sounds like you, Doctor! * Ben_Jackson grins * The_Vidalian watches the scene in the TARDIS from the scanner in his ship Yes, Doctor, but do YOU understand the power you will be meddling with? Heh, heh... So, can we leave the TARDIS, or would we want to? We can go anywhere we want to. But that would leave this to be dealt with, and I can't just leave it. Well, I think we should pop on out and have a go. Anything is better than being cooped up in here. * Turlough glares at Ben's back It's too late. We've already arived. * Doctor4 opens the door...even though they never ACTUALLY materialized. * Turlough waits for others to leave before he follows * Ben_Jackson goes out * The_Vidalian's ship materializes near the TARDIS, but out of sight Aren't you comin' Turlough, or are you scared? * Turlough takes a circuit from the TARDIS console before following the others * Doctor4 saw that out of the corner of his eye So Doctor, why didn't we materialize? I'm not quite sure, but it wories me. I believe we have reached the base of the rupture in the vortex...we slid all the way down the crevice, as it were. I don't like it one bit. The TARDIS shouldn't be able to do that. So what is this place? It looks like Earth. And certainly not put us down in the lawn of Shady Pines Nursing Home! * EnidQ walks around the corner and spies the odd trio * EnidQ tightens the grip on her cane ::the TARDIS' beacon is blinking:: Look. The light is still flashing. The old girl still thinks she's in flight. Doctor - there's a native. * EnidQ walks up to them And what do you think you're doing, sticking that ugly thing out here? * EnidQ raps her cane against the TARDIS * Turlough tugs on the Doctor's scarf * The_Vidalian leaves his ship and once again skulks through the bushes to come near the group Looks a rather strange bloke, don't 'e? That's 'cause I'm a lady, you dolt! * EnidQ brandishes her cane 'ey, leave off me! I'll teach you to insult an old lady! I have always been appalled at the way humans treat their elders. Cor! It was 'ard to tell under all that garb, and phwah, the smell! * EnidQ advances on Ben * Turlough grins at Ben's plight Ah! Hello. I'm the Doctor, and these are my friends Turlough and Ben. We were wondering if you'd seen a space-time rupture around here... * The_Vidalian is out of sight, but very near the group A whatzit? * EnidQ completely forgets about Ben and turns to the Doctor Space-time rupture. They're usually big and small, greenish-blue, and smell like Christmas cookies. * EnidQ frowns I think they served that in the cafeteria last Tuesday. Oh, forgive me. Where are my manners. Would you care for a jelly baby? * EnidQ regards the paper bag Don't you know sugar's bad for your teeth? Honestly! * EnidQ pokes the Doctor's tummy with her cane Really? I never had that problem. Maybe I've just been eating the wrong ones. Have you got any Bassett's? * Ben_Jackson frowns and eats jelly babies * EnidQ sneers at Ben, then looks at him differently Oooh, ain't he a looker! * EnidQ giggles childishly * Ben_Jackson blushes * Doctor4 is slightly confused, and slightly jealous of Ben * EnidQ looks at Turlough and the Doctor * Turlough notices motion in the bushes * The_Vidalian draws back, realizing he has been spotted Oh, me! Three strong lads - any of you care to have lunch with me today? * EnidQ bats her eyelashes at them * Gardener_ appears in the corner of the scene, trimming some bushes Um, Doctor - I think I saw something moving over there. Probably your imagination again, Turlough. Never mind. It's tea-time. * EnidQ looks at the TARDIS What's that thing doing out here? * EnidQ raps it with her cane * EnidQ has an extremely short memory * The_Vidalian fixes the Gardener in his beady-eyed stare Well, since you obviously haven't seen a space-time rupture lying around...do you know a good restaurant where we could get a spot of tea? * Gardener_ is taken over by The_Vidalian * The_Vidalian intensifies his stare on the Gardener Tea? Well...no. The cafeteria serves coffee, though. Awful coffee it is, but it's something. No tea? Shame. I'd die for a scone right about now. I could do with a nip meself! Come on, then. :in an evil whisper: Now...go for the sailor. * EnidQ shuffles back around the corner, beckoning to the trio to follow her * Gardener_ walks towards Ben Ah, hello! * Ben_Jackson doesn't notice Gardener How are you today, good man? * The_Vidalian concentrates on controlling the gardener * Gardener_ ignores the Doctor and awaits The_Vidalian's command Not very sociable tonight, are we? * Turlough thinks that the Gardener is behaving oddly * The_Vidalian urges the Gardener to raise his shears and plunge them into Ben * Ben_Jackson feels something isn't quite right * Ben_Jackson turns * Gardener_ raises his trimming shears and attempts to jam them through Ben's left temple ::ending credits for first episode:: * Turlough notices the lunge and tries to stop him NOW! BEN, RUN NOW! * Doctor4 grabs Ben and starts to run. Wha...? Blimey! * Ben_Jackson runs * The_Vidalian scowls as he sees his plan go astray * Turlough grapples with the Gardener * Turlough trips the Gardener * Gardener_ stumbles and gores himself on his clippers * Gardener_ screams in pain * The_Vidalian sees the Gardener's blood and begins to drool Ah, my puppet, perhaps you will serve me in another way. * Gardener_ dies from blood loss * Turlough looks around for the Doctor and Ben and can't see either ***** Blimey, Doctor, what was that! * Ben_Jackson is confused, and knows only that he was attacked * Ben_Jackson runs towards the woods, then stops, out of breath ***** * Turlough sees Enid headed for a building and goes after her * Gardener_Blood is turning the ground all red * The_Vidalian tears a chunk of flesh from the gardener's body and brings it to his mouth * EnidQ has forgotten where she was going * Turlough makes his way toward the building * EnidQ looks around and wonders what she was doing * The_Vidalian spies EnidQ and wonders if she would make a good victim * The_Vidalian fixes the old woman in his cold stare * Turlough notices the old woman stopped and looking in the distance * EnidQ turns around and spies Turlough * Turlough moves toward the old lady * EnidQ examines the redheaded young man in his shorts and nods appreciatively Are you all right? * EnidQ suddenly locks her gaze with the Vidalian's * The_Vidalian points a claw at Enid and wills her to attack Turlough erm... Now, my pet...go for the red-headed boy! * EnidQ turns her head to look Turlough in the eye Is there something I can do for you? * EnidQ smiles innocently and jabs Turlough in the stomach with her cane * The_Vidalian cackles with joy * EnidQ rains blows on Turlough with the cane * Turlough doubles up What the... You are in my power...you have no will of your own. * Turlough grabs the cane to protect his head * EnidQ leers hungrily at Turlough Stop it! * EnidQ kicks Turlough in the shin Give the boy no quarter, my pet! * EnidQ leaps at Turlough * Turlough brandishes the cane and almost hits the old lady with it * Turlough thinks otherwise and scarpers * EnidQ tries to chase but isn't quite fast enough Let him go, my pet. We'll deal with him later. * Turlough pauses at a doorway and wonders, "What was that about?!" * EnidQ stops and rubs her temples * EnidQ passes out * Turlough catches his breath * Turlough sees the old lady passed out and goes for help * The_Vidalian heads toward the woods to find Ben and the Doctor. This Time Lord could put a definate crimp in his plans * The_Vidalian comes to the spot where the TARDIS landed and stops to examine the police box Hmmm, a TARDIS. This could be quite useful. * Ben_Jackson, in the woods, sees a figure by the TARDIS * The_Vidalian runs his claws over the surface of the box, reveling in the strange feel of the material * Ben_Jackson slowly appraches the figure Hmmm, impervious...I won't get in by force. I must use my wits. * The_Vidalian hears the sailor approaching Hey you! 'o are you? * The_Vidalian spins to face the young man Get away from there! * The_Vidalian fixes Ben with his glowing stare You'll do, my fine young man. You'll do just fine. * Ben_Jackson starts to say something, then stops... * Doctor4 taps the Vidalian on the shoulder * The_Vidalian spins to face the Time Lord Ah, my good man! I see you've found my TARDIS! Awfully nice, isn't it...but there's something wrong with it at the moment! I think you might know something about it! Stay away, Time Lord! Or shall I have this young man harm himself? * Ben_Jackson stands staring into space Perhaps this young friend of yours might decide to stab himself, or walk off a cliff... * The_Vidalian wills Ben to raise his hand to his face and begin to claw at his own eyes * Ben_Jackson is hesitant, but after a few tense seconds begins to raise his hands * Doctor4 grabs Ben's hands and stares into his eyes Ben. Snap out of it. * Doctor4 begins to hypnotize Ben * Ben_Jackson struggles with the Doctor You can't override my control, Time Lord. I'm too powerful! * The_Vidalian wills Ben to fight the Doctor Sleep, that's right, sleep. Sleep. Nice, quiet sleep... Doctor? Help me...I can't stop myself. * The_Vidalian overwhelms the Doctor's attempt to break the control * Doctor4 suddenly throws the Vidalian against the TARDIS, breaking his concentration, then grabs Ben and runs * Ben_Jackson runs with the Doctor, unresponsive * The_Vidalian wills Ben to break away from the Doctor and return * Ben_Jackson breaks free from the Doctor Yes, my boy, return to your master! Ben! Listen to me! This is not you! You are Ben Jackson, sailor from 1960. Care for a cup of tea, Ben? How about some scones? * Doctor4 tries to confuse Ben * The_Vidalian strengthens his grip over Ben's mind One lump or two? Give the Time Lord an excuse, my slave, and return to me. * Ben_Jackson starts to run back to the Vidalian, then hesitates, listening to the Doctor * Doctor4 chases after Ben * Ben_Jackson then starts running away from the Doctor, toward the Vidalian Ben! You forgot your crumpet! * The_Vidalian sends a mental image of Ben harming himself to the Doctor to warn him off Any jam, Ben? Doctor - stay away from me! * Doctor4 tries desperately to confuse Ben and the Vidalian enough to get through to him No tea? How uncivilized! Enough of this foolishness, Time Lord. The boy is MINE! I know you're one of them creatures! I...I...have to find the Doctor and warn him! Oh, no, my dear Ben! You've got it all wrong! * Ben_Jackson runs towards the Vidalian, thinking he is the Doctor Yes, my slave. Come to me. Ben. You have to listen. I am the Doctor. No, you're one of the Macra! * Ben_Jackson runs off * Doctor4 curses in old High Gallifreyan, and goes to find Turlough * Ben_Jackson returns to the Vidalian Now, my boy, you will give me access to the TARDIS. * Doctor4 is glad, at least, that he changed the locks on the TARDIS recently Yes, Doctor. * Ben_Jackson reaches in his pocket and fishes out his key 'ere it is. * The_Vidalian allows his eyes to glow red in glee as Ben does his will Are we leaving now? What about Turlough? Do not worry about the others. You will fulfill all my requirements. * The_Vidalian eyes the boy hungrily But not yet, I have work for you. * The_Vidalian runs a claw down Ben's arm, appreciating the nice fleshy muscles * Ben_Jackson is unresponsive to Vidalian's pawing * Polly opens the TARDIS door Ben! There you are! I've been worried sick. * Polly doesn't seem to notice the Vidalian * The_Vidalian whirls to face the newcomer, and fixes Polly in his evil stare Hello, Doctor. * Polly's mind feels strange to the Vidalian * Ben_Jackson is unresponsive to Polly at first Ben, are you just going to stand there? Come have some tea. * The_Vidalian begins to grasp at Polly's mind with his mental powers :confused: Polly? B...Ben...? * The_Vidalian stares intently at Polly I...I...I didn't think you were 'ere. T...tea? Ben? Doctor? D... You will be my slave, girl. Give up your will and surrender to your master. M...master? * Polly begins to shimmer You will bend to my will... W...will... Ah! An android...and one that can be controlled! This is better than I planned! * SilverPolly shimmers What is your command, master? Android, go to the Time Lord and let him know that if he tries to regain the TARDIS, I will kill the boy. As you wish, master. * OldMan walks out of the TARDIS, toward Shady Pines * Ben_Jackson is breaking free of the Vidalian's control, as he is very confused * The_Vidalian smiles evilly at Ben Don't get any ideas, my pet. You are mine! * The_Vidalian draws a claw across Ben's neck, just hard enough to make a scratch that beads with blood ::ending credits for second episode:: * Phyll wheels out of her room and down the hall of Shady Pines * Phyll is a plump, very matronly lady with spectacles and nice, long fingernails, of which she is very proud * Turlough goes to the front desk Excuse me - can I speak to someone in authority? * Turlough rings the bell on the desk * OldMan enters Shady Pines * Phyll wheels past Turlough on her way to the cafeteria, and gives him a little wave * Turlough waves to the old lady and hits the bell louder Is anyone there? * OldMan approaches Phyll * Phyll looks up at the old man Hello, can I... * Phyll peers closer Gene? Phyll? Dear? * Turlough notes the old folks in the background * Phyll takes off her glasses, scrubs them, puts them back on and looks closer * Phyll turns white and tries to wheel her chair past Gene My love, you're looking lovelier than ever... Wait... * Turlough mutters something about how there is never an assistant around when you need one * Phyll is frightened Don't leave me! Who are you? Gene. Your husband. * Turlough turns to examine the commotion behind him * Phyll sobs Gene... * Turlough moves toward the couple Excuse me - is this man bothering you? * Phyll looks up at Turlough I...er... Buzz off, young man. I'm talking with my wife. Gene! That's no way to talk to this nice young fellow. Um, thanks. * Phyll smiles sunnily at Turlough while she tries to resolve her inner conflict * Turlough thinks there's something familar about him Sorry, dear. But he has no right to treat his elders like that. He's just trying to be polite - weren't you, dear? Yes - I don't think you are being very polite to this lady. Now, please, young man, leave us be. * Phyll hopes Turlough doesn't leave because she's not sure what to do about her erstwhile husband I'm not sure she wants to talk to you. That's none of your concern. I love her, have loved her, for forty years. I would never mistreat her. * Phyll whispers "But you *can't* be alive..." * Turlough turns to the lady Would you like me to stay? I...yes. Yes, please do, I would enjoy your company. My name's Phyllis. And I'm her husband, Gene. I'm Turlough. * Gene turns to Phyll Remember that summer in Acapulco? * Administrator comes into the room Just what is going on here? * Turlough turns to the administrator This man is not one of our residents! And you, young man... who are you here to see? I came here to see someone in charge. * Phyll turns to Gene * Phyll shudders I saw you...burning... * Gene looks blank and stares into the distance Burning...fire... * Gene regains his senses You know - there's something strange going on at your rest home. Oh, and what makes you think that? You're not one of those investigators from the Department of Social Services, are you? * Phyll looks at the Administrator He's with me, Bob. No - it's just that one of your residents attacked me. Oh, I'm sure... one of our frail elderly residents attacked a young man like you? Yes - where do you think these bruises came from? I hope you're taking good care of my Phyll! Do you have anything to do with that thing outside...? Just what are you talking about? You! You *died*, I saw it! How can you be alive now? Hush, dear. Bad dreams, bad dreams. * Turlough takes Phyll's hand Take your hands off my wife! Gene! * Phyll smiles at Turlough Some of our residents are a little vague. None of them are violent! * Gene comforts Phyll. There, there, dear. I'm here now. No one will hurt you. Shall we go get some lunch? She didn't seem violent at first, but then she just attacked me with her cane, out of the blue. A likely story. You probably got into a bar fight last night and now you're trying to explain it away by slandering our good people here! I know about your type! * Turlough begins to get upset with the Administrator * Administrator gives Turlough a suspicious stare Bob, I told you he's my guest! Come along, Turlough. Come, dear, let's leave these two to their disagreement. * Phyll has decided that Gene must be a figment of her imagination, or *something* * Turlough pushes Phyll's wheelchair toward the commons Just a moment, young man. You can't go with them. You are an unauthorized person! * Phyll likes Turlough but thinks that her mental picture of Gene is a bit off... * Gene pushes Turlough away Hey! * Gene pushes the chair toward the commons Come, dear. This young man won't bother you any more. Gene! Take me back! * Phyll is afraid again Look - that lady is being pushed by someone she doesn't want to be with! Don't you care? * Gene pushes the chair into the cafeteria * Turlough moves towards Gene and Phyll * Administrator blocks his way You never mind about the lady. She's MY responsibility. I want to know just what you're doing here! Never mind - you wouldn't believe me anyway. * Phyll is distraught You didn't have to be so rude to that young man... I'm sorry, dear. I get jealous, that's all. Please, forgive me. * Turlough goes into the cafeteria * Gene looks apologetic. Would you like some bread pudding, dear? It always was your favorite. No. I don't want any. * Phyll turns away * Phyll closes her eyes and tries to imagine Gene away * Turlough looks for Phyll * Turlough sees her in line with Gene * Phyll starts humming Bach Don't be like that, dear. * Phyll hums louder Phyllis - there you are, has he hurt you? * Phyll opens her eyes, sees Turlough and smiles I promise I'll be nice to your young friend. * Turlough turns to Gene Perhaps you should leave us, sir. * Phyll finally looks at Gene Why did you come back? Why now? I told you I'd always be there for you, didn't I? But dead people don't come back to life. I'm here now. That's all that matters. Well, where were you when Jean died? I suffered, *alone*, for five years! I...I'm sorry. I... Why *now*? I...I... * Phyll takes off her glasses and wipes her eyes * Turlough pats Phyll on her shoulder * Phyll notices the curious stares of the other residents and huddles lower in her chair Phyllis - I'm pretty sure this man is not your real husband. I AM HER HUSBAND! * Phyll clings to Turlough's statement He's not? * Gene begins to shimmer No - he is dead. I AM NOT DEAD! * Gene's voice begins to change I LOVE HER! When did your husband die, Phyllis? He died...thirty years ago... Then this can't be him! * Gene shoves Turlough * Phyll gasps as she catches sight of Gene * BurningGene appears to be on fire * Phyll screams * Turlough pulls Phyll's wheelchair back and out of the way NOOOOOOooooo...! * BurningGene stumbles around the cafeteria, frightening residents Stay away! You're not Gene! I...love...you...Phyll. * Turlough turns her chair around so she doesn't see him any more * BurningGene collapses on the floor * Phyll is terrified now * Phyll grabs Turlough's hand What *is* he, Turlough? * BurningGene shimmers * Phyll watches Gene's burning form blur and dissolve into a weird-looking silver creature He's a robot that can change shape - he's mechanical. * Phyll is fascinated and repulsed A robot? * Turlough pats Phyll's hand It's all right, Phyll - he can't hurt you. Is he...dead? He's not dead - just disabled. Let's leave here. Yes, let's go. * Phyll eases herself back into her wheelchair, from whence she had arisen * Turlough wheels Phyll out of the cafeteria * Phyll is trying not to cry I just wish I knew why he's here... * Phyll is lost in thought about Gene * Turlough helps Phyll to her room ***** * The_Vidalian turns to his helpless captive I suppose you want to know why I'm doing this? * Wolsey wanders out from the inner door * Wolsey spots the Vidalian and hisses * The_Vidalian allows his captive to come far enough out of his trance to respond * Wolsey begins a deep throaty growl Scat! * Wolsey raises a threatening paw * Wolsey's fur sticks up Why? * Ben_Jackson fights to regain his identity Now that I have control of a TARDIS, all time and space is mine to wander and pick my prey as I please! * Wolsey hears the word "prey" and stops hissing for a moment You, the Doctor's assistant will pilot my craft. You will do my bidding, for as long as you please me. Hah! Even the Doctor can't control the TARDIS! * The_Vidalian takes a swipe at Wolsey, but misses 'e don't know where 'e is at 'alf the time! * Wolsey rears up and hisses again I'm sure you will do as I command you. The consequences of resisting could be most painful. I'm not afraid of death. Death? Ha! You will beg for death! * Wolsey jumps onto the console and circles round the time rotor warily I'm....not afraid. * Ben_Jackson looks at the controls Where do you want to go? * Wolsey accidentally bumps against the matter transmitter button, and Kamelion appears in a corner of the console room * The_Vidalian spots Kamelion You! Have you done my bidding? The Doctor is nowhere to be found. * Ben_Jackson gulps Good, then. If he isn't here, he can't interfere. See, my puppet, no one can save you. You are mine... for as long as you last. For now, we will stay here. The residents of this place will provide me with much meat in the short term. I won't have to nibble on YOU yet. * The_Vidalian smiles evilly ::meanwhile, back at the nursing home, Turlough bumps into the Administrator again:: Oh no, not you again! Look - if you are going to accuse me of lying again, I'd rather not talk to you right now. * Turlough continues taking Phyll to her room * Admin stops Turlough What do you want? Why do you insist on taking this old lady all around the place? She wants me to. Is this true, Phyll? Yes, of course it's true, Bob. Look - why don't you contact the police or something - there's something weird going on around here. If I were you, I'd be concerned about the welfare of your residents. I didn't ask for your input, sir. And if I call the police about anything, it will be about you. * Turlough just grumbles about the intelligence of humans * Admin is about to continue chewing out Turlough when Phyll interrupts This young man has helped me considerably. What is that, Phyll? Bob! You listen to this young man. He knows what he's talking about! I think you need some sleep, Phyll. This man could be a threat to the nursing home. I don't know what, but something's happening here and you need to talk to him! * Admin gives in * Admin invites Turlough into his office * Turlough senses that the administrator is willing to listen for once Thank you, Bob. * Phyll leaves Turlough with the administrator and wheels herself back to her room * Admin opens the door and offers Turlough a seat * Turlough makes himself comfortable in the guest chair in the office What is this about an alien? I don't know if it is an alien exactly - but one of your residents attacked me outside. And then an...acquaitance of mine arrived and frightened Phyll by impersonating her husband. Enid is one of the nicest residents here. Why would she attack you? I really don't know - that's why I think you should check it out. * Admin asks Turlough to come show him what happened and where * Turlough gets up and goes outside to where he was attacked - the cane is still there * EnidQ has woken up and is sitting on a nearby park bench rubbing her temples See - there's blood on the cane - I could guarantee it is mine. Hey - isn't that the lady over there? * Administrator_ bends down to look at the cane. I don't see any blood. * Turlough recognises Enid on the bench That's it. I've humored you long enough. Now I'm calling the police. * ShadyPines flickers Good - pity it's for the wrong thing. * Turlough goes back out to find Phyll At least Phyll believes me. * Turlough stops What was that? * Adminstrator_ pauses It was nothing. * Adminstrator_ does not sound so sure * Turlough shakes his head - this has been a weird day * Adminstrator_ runs into his office * Adminstrator_ picks up the phone Hello? Hello? * Adminstrator_ discovers the line is dead ***** * Kamelion has plugged himself into the TARDIS to prepare to take the Vidalian throughout time and space * Kamelion, however, is writhing in pain at the moment * Wolsey rubs up against Ben's arm and feels better Have you done as I asked? Have you placed a force field around the area and cut off communications? * Wolsey hops off the console and trots back through the inner door, keeping an eye on the Vidalian * Kamelion screams Why do you scream, robot? * TARDISconsole sparks and explodes * Kamelion is thrown to the floor The Doctor! He is behind this. And his friends will pay! Android! Have you been in communication with your former master? not...communication...as such. The Doctor is not in this dimension. * The_Vidalian focuses a beam of negative thoughts at Kamelion, making the android convulse Aaaaaaaaargh! * Kamelion shimmers * Kamelion now resembles the Vidalian Where is he? Tell me, or I will overload every circuit in your body * Vidalian2 speaks in agony Beware, Vidalian...your secrets...cannot hide...forever... The mind...is a mirror...Look into me and fear! Can the Doctor observe what is happening here? What you see comes not from the Doctor...but from yourself. * The_Vidalian turns to the duplicate Vidalian, and stares into the other being's eyes with deep malice * Vidalian2 returns the stare Do you think you can overcome my mental powers? I need not overcome. * Ben_Jackson fights * The_Vidalian backhands Ben_Jackson, sending him careening into the wall * Ben_Jackson lands, his nose broken, and blood everywhere * TheVidalian's muscles knot and writh with the mental strain of his battle with the android * Ben_Jackson gets up, very woozy You...you have no will to oppose me...how can this be... unless you are controlled by another! A house divided cannot stand. We are our own worst enemy! * The_Vidalian tears his gaze away from the android and turns to Ben_Jackson G...g...get away from me! Perhaps if I threaten this one, the android will be deterred. * Vidalian2 shimmers * Vidalian2 is back to plain ol' Kamelion * The_Vidalian grabs Ben by his shoulder and lifts him into the air Auughhhhhhhhh! * The_Vidalian lowers Ben until his neck is frighteningly close to his fangs * Ben_Jackson struggles * Kamelion screams again * ShadyPines flickers again * The_Vidalian drops Ben suddenly * Ben_Jackson falls Oooph... What was that...? Reality flickered... * Kamelion is silent * Ben_Jackson gets up * The_Vidalian is getting hungry. He looks Ben over, but decides he is still useful as a hostage * Ben_Jackson is bloodied, nose broken, but still has fight in him It seems I must go hunting again. Do not think of escaping, my hostage. I have you in my mental control. I will simply put you in a coma. * Kamelion reaches out and grabs Ben by the throat Do not kill him. But do not let him regain consciousness. As you command. ***** * EnidQ decides to go back into the nursing home after retrieving her cane * Administrator_ rushes out of his office in a panic * EnidQ bumps into the Administrator Out of my way, woman! I must get help! There is no time! Ouch! Watch where you're going, you idiot! * EnidQ raps the Administrator with her cane Ouch! * EnidQ shuffles away down the hall * Administrator_ rushes out of the nursing home * The_Vidalian sneaks through the shrubbery toward the lawn in front of the nursing home * Administrator_ heads toward his car :mumbling: Must get help. * The_Vidalian spies Blake among the oldsters lounging outside * The_Vidalian fixes Blake with an evil glare, focusing his mental energy toward the oldster * Administrator_ starts his car * Administrator_ drives down the driveway * Blake sees the administrator running to the car I need help! Come to me, my prey. Come to me... * Blake shouts desperately * Administrator_ drives right past Blake * Administrator_ has the pedal to the metal * Blake runs towards the car HEEELP! Don't leave me! * Administrator_ is almost gibbering Must get help! Must get help! Give up your will, my prey. You are in my power. You shall now serve my purposes. * Turlough is looking out of Phyll's window and sees what looks like a pipecleaner running towards a resident Come to me... your destiny awaits. I am your master. * ShadyPines flickers * Phyll looks at the expression on Turlough's face What is it? * The_Vidalian is momentarily distracted by the flicker, but returns his attention to the hunt * Turlough notices the third flicker of the day - weird, to say the least * Blake senses his will slipping * The_Vidalian draws the helpless Blake towards him I really don't know, Phyll, but the pipecleaner noticed it too - I don't think it is responsible for it. * Administrator_ notices something up ahead The *pipecleaner*? * Phyll wheels toward the window and puts on her spectacles Well - for want of a better word. I've never seen a species quite like it. Now, my puppet, come to me, and your fate! * Blake drops in and out of consciosness Oh, my... * The_Vidalian reaches out and takes Blake by the neck. His teeth glisten with saliva and his red eyes glow with anticipation of a meal * Blake struggles...but very weakly What's it *doing*?! I don't think your friend out there is going to have a good day. Quickly, Turlough, you must go and try to stop it! h...e...l...p... * Phyll shooes Turlough outside in a motherly fashion * Turlough thinks twice - then sees Phyll's expression and rushes outside * Administrator_ sees an orange wall * Administrator_ slams on the brakes * Administrator_ was too late. The car careens towards the wall (more of a field, really)... * The_Vidalian rips Blake's throat and laps at the blood as it spills from the wound AAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!! * Phyll squeaks and buries her head in the back of her chair * The_Vidalian rips a chunk of flesh from Blake's chest and lets the limp body fall * Administrator_'s car disappears into the wall * Administrator_'s screaming voice can be heard for a moment longer...then is silent * Turlough runs outside Stop!!! * TheVidalian gorges himself on the old man * Turlough stops when he sees the mangled body Oh s***! ::ending credits for third episode:: * TheVidalian looks up and sees Turlough running toward him * Turlough runs back in before the monster sees him - too late! * Turlough changes direction and heads for the woods * The_Vidalian fixes Turlough with an evil stare and wills him to come toward him * Turlough feels a tugging on his mind No - not again! * Turlough forces himself to think about other things * The_Vidalian intensifies his thought control * EnidQ strolls out the nursing home doors on her way to the racquetball court * EnidQ sees the dead body and grimaces Who left that awful thing here? * EnidQ prods the body with her cane * Turlough has stopped while he fights off the Vidalian's power Get. Out. Of. My. Mind! * EnidQ thinks about going to find the groundskeeper * EnidQ looks up and sees that cute red-headed one - familiar somehow... * EnidQ sees the Vidalian * TheVidalian turns to the old woman Begone hag, before I want another meal. Ooh! What're you, then, eh? * Turlough sees EnidQ - the woman who hit him earlier * EnidQ raps the Vidalian with her cane * EnidQ peers at the Vidalian Don't I know you from somewhere? Here - you're Sheila's husband, aren't you? The lout! * EnidQ slams the Vidalian with her cane * The_Vidalian ROARS with anger * The_Vidalian is momentarily distracted, allowing Turlough to escape I'll teach you to give her soap for her birthday! * EnidQ is actually thinking about her own ex-husband * Turlough breaks free and heads for the woods - the Vidalian in his way from the nursing home * Turlough stops at the edge of the woods and laughs despite himself at the sight of the old woman hitting the alien * The_Vidalian takes the cane and snaps it in two Ooooh! * EnidQ stamps her foot in fury That was my best cane! Just you wait! * EnidQ storms back into the nursing home, looking for the Administrator * The_Vidalian rears up and reaches with bloody claws toward the old woman * The_Vidalian pursues the old woman who is much slowed by not having her cane * Doc4 taps Turlough on the shoulder Yikes! * Doc4 grins widely Where on Earth have you been????!!!! * Doc4's expression turns grave I don't have much time, Turlough. This place is falling apart. If the Vidalian gets loose in reality... Gets loose? * EnidQ is mumbling about ex-husbands and louts and the sort * The_Vidalian overtakes Enid and grabs her by the throat * EnidQ is taken aback and tries to turn Isn't this reality? * ShadyPines flickers * The_Vidalian roars as Shady Pines flickers...his pocket universe is decaying! * Turlough remembers the flickering Ah - I guess this isn't real then. Old woman, you have distracted me for the last time! :choked: Let go of me, you ninny! * EnidQ struggles It's starting to break apart already! Whoever built this prison did a good job, but no one can fight entropy. Prison? I need you to keep the residents safe, Turlough, while I try and delay this. I'll give you all the time I can, but you must hurry...Remember, technology is the key! Use the TARDIS, use Kamelion. * ShadyPines flickers * EnidQ tries to take advantage of the Vidalian's temporary distraction to get away, but due to her advanced age she is a bit too weak * The_Vidalian tightens his grip on EnidQ's throat and watches the old woman's eyes bulge * EnidQ loses consciousness I know how much you loathe Kamelion, but he *is* a tool! And he's not inherently evil! The strongest mind controls him, but the Vidalian doesn't know that. Use that knowledge! * Doc4 disappears Who would put a nursing home in a - what the? * Turlough notices the Doc flicker in an out * ShadyPines flickers rapidly a few times, then stops * EnidQ's head lolls back * The_Vidalian salivates as he looks at EnidQ's bruised throat * Female_Bystander walks down the sidewalk minding her own business * Administrator_ runs onto the lawn Attack! Attack! Shoot them now! * The_Vidalian brings his sharp teeth close to EnidQ's throat Bring your weapons to bear! Kill them all! * Female_Bystander stops and looks at the strange people Another meal...and so tender... * Administrator_ looks around What are you waiting for? FIRE!!! * Administrator_ is shouting at thin air * The_Vidalian rips into EnidQ's throat, tearing through the flesh with razor-sharp teeth and licking the blood up * Female_Bystander screams at the sight You cowards! * Administrator_ picks up a branch and runs toward the bystander * Female_Bystander sees a person running towards her and screams again * Administrator_ lets out a battle cry * Female_Bystander stands rooted to the spot Death to the aliens! The confusion WILL end! * Administrator takes a swing at the bystander * The_Vidalian tucks into EnidQ's now dead body, tearing off chunks and stuffing them into his mouth with his bloody claws * Female_Bystander tumbles to the ground * The_Vidalian stands up and roars with the new strength gathered from the meal * Female_Bystander scampers to get away from the maniac * Handsome_Stranger walks over, having followed the bystander * Administrator_'s blow connects with the stranger * Female_Bystander screams again * Handsome_Stranger reels away from the blow * Administrator_ is furious No! That's not what I meant to do! It was *your* turn... * Female_Bystander jumps up and throws herself on the maniac's back Gaaaah! * Female_Bystander thinks of her ex and wants to beat the maniac to a pulp * The_Vidalian turns a baleful eye on the female bystander...luckily, he's not too hungry now * Turlough has crossed to the TARDIS and is fiddling with the lock, unaware of the action nearby * Handsome_Stranger starts to crawl away * Administrator_ tries to whack the woman on his back * Administrator_ and Bystander reel around the lawn * Female_Bystander fights viciously * Handsome_Stranger picks himself up and hurls himself at the Vidalian * The_Vidalian bats the stranger aside with little effort * Administrator_ and the bystander collide with the stranger * The_Vidalian decides to head back to the TARDIS and get on with his evil plan to hunt for prey through all of space and time * Phyll frets in her room, hoping that Turlough is safe * Phyll wheels herself out and onto the grounds of Shady Pines * Handsome_Stranger starts to shake his head * Turlough opens the TARDIS door and hides in the area between inside and out * Turlough listens to hear what he can * Phyll sees the carnage in front and, relieved, also sees that Turlough is not there * Phyll turns around and heads to the back of Shady Pines * Administrator_ knocks the bystander out with a stick * Female_Bystander crumples to the ground * Handsome_Stranger rushes over to the bystander * Administrator_ dispatches the stranger with the stick, killing him * Female_Bystander lies broken and bleeding * The_Vidalian shakes his head at the "3 Stooges" nature of the Admin, Bystander and Stranger, and starts off toward the TARDIS * Administrator_ looks up from the pile of bodies * Administrator_ sees Phyll * Administrator_ grins * Female_Bystander moans and crawls across the lawn * Phyll sees the blue box and, scared, slowly approaches it * Turlough hears Kamelion talking to Ben And the internal ratio of the hypoteneuse to the total length... * The_Vidalian approaches the TARDIS, ready to be off on his hunting * Phyll sees the Vidalian, gasps, and wheels herself behind a large shrub ...is greater than the speed of a spinning mouse... * Turlough hears a noise from outside the TARDIS * Turlough pulls into the void more ...in the updraft. Care for a jelly baby, Ben? * Phyll watches the Vidalian enter the TARDIS and then approaches again, even more warily than before I said, do you want a jelly baby, Ben? * The_Vidalian skulks through the TARDIS doors * Kamelion is still gripping Ben by the throat * Kamelion's animated grin goes blank as the Vidalian enters Here, Kamelion, I'll take that. * The_Vidalian grins evilly * Turlough listens to the Vidalian * Kamelion is deactivated, and cannot respond * Kamelion does not let go * The_Vidalian frowns. Why isn't Kamelion responding? * The_Vidalian concentrates on the android * Kamelion begins to reactivate That's better. Release the human. * Phyll wheels up to the side of the blue box and tentatively touches it * Phyll recoils as she feels the thrum As you command. * Kamelion flings Ben across the room * The_Vidalian licks his lips and looks at Ben * Administrator_ continues to approach Phyll * Phyll turns away from the box, frightened Time to earn your keep, human. Activate the TARDIS! * Administrator_ is right behind Phyll * Administrator_ grins manaically * Administrator_ brings the stick down toward Phyll * Phyll hears a noise near her and looks to see the Administrator * Phyll screams as the stick comes down, and flings her hands up helplessly * Female_Bystander has reached the back lawn where the TARDIS is * Turlough hears Phyll's scream * Female_Bystander sees a police box and crawls towards it * Phyll cries out as the stick impacts with her wrist painfully * Administrator_'s blow is deflected by Phyll's wheelchair arm * Turlough leaves the TARDIS and grabs Phyll Come on into here - but be quiet! * Turlough holds his hand over Phyll's mouth and goes back into the void * Administrator_ loses his balance * Administrator_ falls into the TARDIS * Phyll breathes heavily through her nose and looks around at the darkness in fright * The_Vidalian approaches Ben's unconscious form and kicks him Get up! If you don't serve me by operating this machine, you will serve me for my next meal! * The_Vidalian glares at Ben Jackson * Female_Bystander rises and stumbles towards the TARDIS :whispering: Phyll - can you hear me? * Phyll nods her head * Turlough removes his hand Go to 'ell, monster. * Ben_Jackson is defiant to the end * Administrator_ looks around, eyes glazed over * Administrator_ attacks Kamelion * Kamelion does not respond Get up, human. It is time for you to operate the machine! * Female_Bystander falls up against the side of the TARDIS and peeks around the corner :whispers: We are in the TARDIS now - that monster is trying to take it over - just don't scream or anything * Phyll nods :whispering: I won't, I promise. * Administrator_ bashes Kamelion with the stick. Operate it yourself! I won't do it. I won't betray the Doctor. * The_Vidalian brings his horrible face close to Ben's and breathes his fetid breath into Ben's face You will serve me, human, one way or another! * Ben_Jackson looks away, his breathing uneven * Ben_Jackson gulps hard, but his resolve is firm * Turlough has to do something - what? * Phyll turns to Turlough Shouldn't you help them? * Ben_Jackson looks for any weakness * The_Vidalian hauls Ben up off the floor and pushes him roughly toward the console * Kamelion reaches out and grabs the Administrator by the throat * Turlough thinks hard about Kamelion Phyll - think of Gene - real hard! * Phyll gulps but trusts Turlough I know it is painful, but do it anyway. * Phyll closes her eyes, clutches the cross around her neck, and thinks of her late husband * Kamelion begins to shimmer * Kamelion drops the Administrator * Tear rolls down Phyll's cheek * Kamelion becomes an old man Set this machine to take us away from here. The Doctor will be stranded without his traveling machine, and I will be free to roam the universe! * The_Vidalian laughs maniacally * Phyll shudders as she remembers Gene's death again * Phyll tries not to think of *that*, but... * Turlough thinks hard about what Kamelion should do to help Ben * Gene looks confused * Gene shakes his head * Gene looks over in Phyll's direction * Phyll shakes her head and opens her eyes I *can't*! * The_Vidalian hears the commotion out in the vestibule What's that? * Phyll takes a deep breath and tries again * Gene gives his wife a mournful look * Stuffin is beaten out of Ben * Gene knows what he has to do :through clenched teeth: Please, Kamelion, just do what I think! * Gene takes one last look in Phyll's direction * Gene shuffles toward the Vidalian * Gene screams * Phyll reaches out for Turlough's hand as she struggles to maintain her concentration * The_Vidalian slaps Ben Jackson, leaving bloody trails where his claws drag across Ben's arm * Ben_Jackson leans heavily on the console * Ben_Jackson's spirit is all but broken Be quick...my patience is not endless! * Gene raises his arms and wraps them around the Vidalian * Gene bursts into flames Arrrgh! * The_Vidalian tries to push Gene/Kamelion away * Gene remains attached to the Vidalian, burning * Turlough rushes into the TARDIS and gets Ben * The_Vidalian struggles against the burning old man Turlough - K-k keep away... * Turlough grabs Ben and tries to pull him out to the doors Come on, me "old bean," get a move on! * Turlough pulls on Ben's arm * Ben_Jackson bleeds on Turlough * The_Vidalian wonders why the old man burns but is not consumed Who? We have to get out of here before that thing sees us! * Turlough moves closer to the door Arg! * Turlough lets go of Ben and rushes to the console instead Do I have to do everything myself! * The_Vidalian shrieks in pain as the flames spread to his skin * Turlough pulls out a panel and starts fishing inside * Administrator_ comes to Well, if the Doctor says this is a prison, I say it is time to break out. * Administrator_ crawls toward the doors * The_Vidalian's screams rise in pitch as the flames spread across him, blistering his skin and causing it to peel away from his bones * Administrator_ crawls into the void * Administrator_ makes for Phyll * Phyll realizes that the stress is producing a tightness in her chest * Phyll's eyes open desperately, and she quickly wheels herself into the TARDIS * Turlough sees Phyll as she struggles into the console roon Turlough...? * Phyll reaches out for Turlough * Turlough puts the circuit that was inside his pocket into the space in the TARDIS Phyll - not now! I... * Phyll convulses briefly, then lies still :whispering: Gene...? * The_Vidalian tries to run away from the flaming Gene, but has lost his bearings...he blunders into a wall, leaving smears of charred Vidalian flesh on the roundels * Turlough goes over to her No!!!!!! * Gene stops burning This isn't fair! * Gene looks at Phyll No, my darling. Damn you, Doctor! * The_Vidalian collapses as the flames consume him * CharredRemains are all that is left of the terrible creature * Gene reaches down and touches Phyll * Turlough holds Phyll's hand Kamelion - can't you DO SOMETHING! * Gene begins to glow * Turlough wipes tears from his face and goes to the console which has started making weird noises * Phyll convulses again and then starts breathing normally * CharredRemains smell bad Arrrggg! * Administrator_ gets up * Turlough works on the open panel some more * Administrator_ lunges for Phyll * Turlough rewires the temporal feedback loop and places the circuit in backwards * TARDISdoors begin to close * Female_Bystander stumbles into the TARDIS * Turlough goes to the other side of the console and pushes the demat switch * Administrator_ is shoved out of the doors by Ben * Administrator_ collides with the bystander * Rotor does nothing * Female_Bystander shouts angrily and knocks the Administrator back in * TARDISdoors shut * Turlough kicks the console * outerTARDISdoors shut, too, trapping Bystander outside and Administrator in the void * Rotor moves up slowly NOOOOOooooooo! * Rotor moves down faster * Administrator_ dematerializes into the void -- again * Female_Bystander looks back at the TARDIS as it dematerializes * Turlough moves around the console, trying to catch the old folks home into the TARDIS's time field * Ben_J stumbles a bit in the temporal turbulence * Ben_J feels a bit queasy after all this * Kamelion quits glowing * Phyll slowly starts to revive * Ben_J heads over to Phyll and checks her vital signs The Doctor always makes this look so easy! I think he just gets lucky. * Turlough frowns It's a gift. * Doc4 appears in the control room Doctor! * Turlough rushes over to the Doctor Where the HELL have you been?! Well done, Turlough! * Phyll's eyes flicker open and see Ben Wh...who are you? You even set the stabiliser! * Doc4 looks at the console * Doc4's grin drops You didn't set the stabiliser. * Phyll looks frantically for Turlough, and breathes easier upon spotting him I haven't got to that part yet. * ShadyPines flickers rapidly * Turlough sets the stabilizer * ShadyPines continues flickering It's too late! Oh bugger! * Phyll's eyes widen as she takes in the three new people and the pile of charred remains * ShadyPines materializes in downtown New York * Turlough realizes that Phyll is alive! Phyll! * Phyll smiles at Turlough Did I do all right? * Turlough rushes over and gives Phyll a hug * Phyll hugs Turlough back You did great! * Doc4 looks grave It's not over yet... * Doc4 disappears What now? * Phyll is startled Where did he go? It's me, isn't it? * Phyll puts a hand on her head * Ben_J blinks out of existence * Phyll is starting to panic Where's everybody going? Turlough? What is happening? * NYCtourist is walking through Greenwich when he spies the nursing home * NYCtourist consults his guidebook and doesn't see it marked as an important spot to visit * NYCtourist shrugs and heads off down another road * Turlough goes over to the console again * Phyll wheels over next to Turlough * Kamelion plugs himself into the TARDIS console Arrrrggg! I put the stupid circuit in the wrong way! * Phyll blinks as she sees Kamelion plugging himself in What's he doing?! * Turlough rushes to undo his damage * Ben_J reappears, still wounded, lying and moaning in a puddle of his own blood, weakened by the transition * TARDISdoors open Why can't Gallifreyans have standard circuits like everyone else? * Phyll points at the doors Should they be doing that? * Phyll is worried about everything in here now No - not again! * Turlough is worried too * Sunshine shines in through the open doors Wait - we've landed! It worked! * Phyll wheels over to the door Point of destination: Earth. About bloody time, too. Northern hemisphere. Geez - I'm starting to sound like Ben. Local appellation: New York City. But - that's not Waterville out there! * ShadyPines is sitting in downtown New York No, it is not. * ShadyPines is surrounded by angry, screaming motorists and several automobile accidents * Ben_J moans in renewed pain Turlough... * Turlough smiles as he pulls Phyll back into the TARDIS Turlough... Ben?! Turlough... Ah - just need to find the Doctor and then we can leave. * Turlough goes over to Ben where...are... * Doc4 steps out from behind a burst hydrant Where did you go - and where did you come from? * Phyll is in shock Is that - New York?! * Phyll remembers seeing pictures of Greenwich in a travel brochure for the city once when she and Gene were looking for a vacation spot * Phyll has always wanted to attend a Broadway play That's what Kamelion said - why? Oh yes, he did, didn't he? * Phyll looks at Kamelion, frowns, and looks back out the door * Ben_J disappears and reappears on the other side of the console room What's so important about New York? * Doc4 enters the TARDIS Don't let the natives hear you say that, Turlough. * Turlough jumps Turlough! What the bloody hell is *cough, hack* going on?! *wheeze, thump* * Turlough goes back to Ben Ask the Doctor - he knows everything. * Doc4 takes off his hat, dusts it, and puts it back on his head Welllllll...*almost* everything. * Doc4 grins * Ben_J lies back, eyes closed, blood oozing out onto Turlough's nice white shirt * Ben_J falls into a hallucinatory stupor brought on by pain * Turlough goes back to Phyll You said they have plays here? Oh, yes, Turlough... * Phyll's eyes shine I've always wanted to see one...The Phantom of the Opera, Cats...Into the Woods...My Fair Lady... * Phyll looks out the door eagerly Let's go before the Doctor takes us somewhere else! * Turlough smiles * Doc4 reaches into his pocket * Phyll wonders if Evita is still playing? * Doc4 pulls out a batch of tickets * Doc4 hands them to Phyll Whatever you want, the Doctor's paying. * Phyll nearly bounces out of her chair * Theatre is playing "The Ultimate Adventure" Enjoy! Ooooh! Thank you! * Turlough wheels Phyll to the theatre * Phyll smiles at Turlough and enjoys the New York sunshine ::ending credits for fourth episode::