27 July 1996 - eps 1 and 2 11 January 1997 - eps 3 and 4 Doctor Who - The Invaders starring the eighth Doctor, Jeremy Fitzoliver, and Christopher Cwej BenJ (chrisben@icok.net) - JeremyF BGhoti (ghoti42@ix.netcom.com) - ChrisCwej, TARDIS, Buzzing, BeepyThing, TARDIS_doors, TARDIS_column, Scanner, ModernRomanCop, RomanTrionShip Brigadier (jlrogers@ix.netcom.com) - Brutus_Roman Darktek (darktek@erols.com) - Twrch DrGrace (judianng@ix.netcom.com) - Isolde ElsaF (elsaf@yvv.com) - Eighth_Doctor, Central-column, The_TARDIS GailG (gailpolly@ny.ms.uu.net) - Charisss Haem (haem@lys.vnet.net) - Llwch, Big_Car, Angry_Driver Jondar (jondar@netro.com.au) - Llanfer MML (lahey@pld.com) - Charis, Lucian Ob1- (36mss27@dialip.mich.net) - Roman-Soldier_Marcus TheDrake (godzilla@aug.com) - _Twrch ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ::The TARDIS spins through space:: ::the eighth Doctor and his companions, Chris Cwej and Jeremy Fitzoliver, are on their way to Roman England:: * JeremyF snores in his sleep ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ ::Jeremy's snores can be heard clear in the console room:: ::the walls shudder from the loud snoring:: * JeremyF dreams of Sarah Jane in a bathing suit a la Death to the Daleks * ChrisCwej comes out of a sound sleep Chris, get ready for landing. We're almost there. Where, Doctor? Roman England. I thought I'd show you some of your ancient history. I don't remember a Rome, England. I thought it was in Italy. * JeremyF snores so loud he wakes himself I say! That Chris chap sure is a loud snorer! Not Rome, Roman. The Romans conquered England during the reign of Claudius and held it for several hundred years. * JeremyF dresses himself in classic 1973 clothes - with flares Oh, yeah. 1011 and all that. Long before the millenium, Chris. We're talking about the first century through the fourth century. It was a very important time in your history. The Britons were uncivilized tribes and the Romans kept everything pretty well in order for a long time. I've never heard you use the phrase "uncivilized" before, Doctor. * ChrisCwej frowns * ChrisCwej looks as if he's going to say something to the Doctor, then changes his mind * JeremyF yawns and enters the console room I say, good morning all. I had a most pleasant night. 'morning, Jeremy. Good morning, Jeremy. We're about to land in Roman England. Jolly what! I fancy a bit of holiday. I think we'll drop in to Bath. They had a lovely swimming pool there. * ChrisCwej laughs, then realizes the Doctor isn't joking * JeremyF is confused Bath? or a bath? Bath, Jeremy! It's a Roman city. Very civilized! I say, I do hope we can get a spot to eat soon. * TARDIS materializes in a field * Isolde walks through a field and hears a noise * Isolde hides behind a tree and sees the strange box materialize Sounds like we're here, Doctor. Yes, and right on target. The TARDIS is a good old girl. * Eighth_Doctor pats the console * ChrisCwej activates the monitor Blimey! It looks at bit primitive out there. I might catch a chill. Not that primitive, Jeremy. The Romans had indoor plumbing and central heat. Nevertheless, I will put on a jacket. Very well, Jeremy. I don't see a city anywhere, Doctor. Just outside Bath. * ChrisCwej sees movement behind a tree * ChrisCwej tries to get the Doctor's attention * Isolde pulls out of sight Yes, Chris? * ChrisCwej looks at the screen but sees nothing Um...nothing. I thought I saw something. But it's gone now. Chris, old chap, are you seeing things again? I suppose my armor is a bit anachronistic, eh, Doctor? What kind of clothes did they wear back now? Well, fashion wasn't standardized. Anything we wear will look strange, but people will simply think we're travelers. Well, I don't fancy a change of clothes. I'd rather wear my modern 70s clothes. Should I bring my gun, too? No guns, Chris. That would be entirely out of period. * Isolde darts to another tree to get a closer view The armor is all right, though. No reason to take chances. It will make you look like an important person. * ChrisCwej grins Cool! * Isolde watches in fear and curiosity Well, shall we sally forth? * Isolde waits and considers approaching the object * JeremyF decides the argument between the Doctor and Chris does not affect him and decides to open the doors * ChrisCwej marches out of the TARDIS * Eighth_Doctor follows * ChrisCwej sets off toward the woods It seems a bit foggy out. * Isolde pulls back and stares at this strange trio * Eighth_Doctor scans the horizon I could have sworn we would be within a short hike of Bath! * ChrisCwej stops Er, Doctor? Yes, Chris? Which way into town? Jolly, this is fun. Hmmm, I don't know. We seem to be slightly off course. The time period is correct, though. I could do with a bit of a walk. * Isolde fingers the sword on her belt Jeremy! Stay close. I don't want you getting lost. It is beautiful, though. Doctor, I was the leader of my hiking club. And in the twenty years since, I haven't forgotten a thing. Yes, Jeremy, but stay close just the same. * Isolde hears only parts of their conversation in the wind What part of the Undertown is it in my time, I wonder? * Eighth_Doctor starts off across the field Might as well see what's around here. * ChrisCwej notices the Doctor is leaving and runs to catch up I say, try and slow down a bit, Doctor! * JeremyF puffs * ChrisCwej looks impressive in his gleaming armor and cape * JeremyF looks unique in his bellbottom trousers * Isolde sees the man approaching and runs deeper into the woods * Isolde runs back to find her clan * Eighth_Doctor waits for Jeremy to catch up * Eighth_Doctor has fleetingly spotted Isolde, but lost sight of her I think I saw a glint of light off metal up ahead! * ChrisCwej drops into defensive mode Chris, old chap, you seem a bit on edge. I'll go see what it is. * Eighth_Doctor also heads toward the flash he saw * ChrisCwej trots up toward the treeline * Eighth_Doctor calls out to the figure he saw retreat Hey, there! Hello? I say, I do hope the natives are friendly. * ChrisCwej cautiously approaches the spot * ChrisCwej catches a glimpse of someone running away Wait! * ChrisCwej runs off after Isolde * Isolde races away and out of sight Chris, why don't you circle around that way, while I go forward. Maybe we can cut him off. And I'll stay here and guard. * ChrisCwej is too far away to hear the Doctor * Eighth_Doctor shrugs, as he sees Chris run out of range So hard to get good help these days. * Eighth_Doctor proceeds into the woods * JeremyF wanders around the open field I do hope the Doctor and Chris won't be long. ***** * Isolde hears somebody running behind her * ChrisCwej loses sight of the figure * ChrisCwej squats down and examines the ground Aha! Tracks. * ChrisCwej grins and follows the tracks * Isolde pulls the sword from her belt and ducks behind a tree * Isolde sees Chris coming towards her * ChrisCwej continues to approach * Isolde circles around and, catching him by surprise, places the sword to his throat * ChrisCwej freezes at the touch of the blade Um... Hello? * ChrisCwej grins lopsidedly * Isolde stares warily What manner of being are you? Er... I'm as human as you. I think. Human?...ha...you are more than that! It'd be easier to get to know each other if you'd remove the blade from my throat... * Isolde presses the blade harder Okay, okay! This is fine, too! Quiet... I must think... * Isolde looks around and sees she is close to her clan * Isolde pokes the blade into Chris and steps around him * ChrisCwej swallows Walk! * ChrisCwej walks ***** Hello? Is anyone here? We mean you no harm! * Eighth_Doctor looks around and realizes he's gone farther into the woods than he planned to * Eighth_Doctor heads back to check on Jeremy. He knows Chris can take care of himself. * JeremyF is standing in an open field near the TARDIS waiting for the Doctor and Chris * Eighth_Doctor comes back to the TARDIS and finds Jeremy We may have to wait for Chris a bit. He got separated from me. That's a soldier for you Doctor, all brawn and no brains. * JeremyF honks at his own joke ***** * Isolde gestures into a nearby road Where are we going? Never you mind, creature. But I'm not a creature! * Isolde calls out for her clan * Llwch jumps up as Isolde comes into the Celtic campground, and narrows his eyes upon seeing her prisoner Isolde! Have you captured one of the invaders? * Llwch wanders up and sneers at Chris, inspecting his features closely I am not sure...this one is different from the invaders. Secure him. * Llwch grabs Chris and motions to Twrch to help him restrain the invader * ChrisCwej is restrained We should kill him. ***** * Eighth_Doctor is beginning to be worried for Chris I say, Doctor, shall we look for him? * JeremyF gets worried * Lucian approaches the TARDIS Halt, who goes there! My word! * Eighth_Doctor looks up and sees a Roman patrol approaching Who are you? They look like out of a bloomin' movie, Doctor. Hello, I'm the Doctor, and this is my friend Jeremy. Er...umm...my pleasure, I think. What are you doing here...Doctor? My friend is lost in the woods. We're waiting for him to find his way back. This is a time of war, Doctor. You must come with us to the city. I say, your costumes are so authentic! * Lucian gives JeremyF a strange look We will accompany you, if you will send someone to find my friend Chris. Come with us. * JeremyF sneezes from the chilly air I say, and not a hankerchief on me. Marcus...go look for these travelers' friends! Thank you... what may I call you? I am Comander Lucian. Thank you, Lucian. Lewshan is your name, you say? Please lead on. My friend Jeremy is very keen to see the baths. * JeremyF turns red and blushes I say, and also a spot of food, too. ***** * Isolde looks slyly at Chris WHO are you? I'm Chris. Chris...and what are the other creatures you were with? With? Yes Llwch, there are two others. They're my friends. They're not creatures, either. * ChrisCwej thinks of Jeremy Well... Were you followed? * Llwch runs to the road and scans the surrounding area Two others? Well, they are not here now. * Llwch re-enters the camp area We need the other two. Find them. I will deal with this creature. * Llwch nods at Isolde * Llwch jogs away, into the woods Er... "Deal with" me? * Twrch lifts a heavy blunt rock * Isolde scowls at Twrch You too...GO! * Isolde waits until she is alone with Chris and scowls at him * ChrisCwej looks at Isolde in confusion * Isolde points her sword at Chris * ChrisCwej jumps up, arms free, and disarms Isolde * ChrisCwej throws Isolde to ground and points the sword at her * ChrisCwej grins * Isolde looks up, eyes blazing Now it's my turn. What's your name? * Isolde smiles and says nothing Oh, come on! What am I going to do with your name? Isolde. There. That wasn't so hard, was it? * Isolde smiles and suddenly grabs Chris by the neck, nearly paralyzing him with her strength ***** Doctor, you were right. This is Roman Britain. Of course I'm right. * Llwch treads softly through the woods * Eighth_Doctor follows the Roman soldier and they set off for Bath * Llwch reaches the clearing and peers around a tree, eyes narrowing again as he sees the Roman soldiers marching the Doctor and Jeremy away ::snarling:: The invaders... * Lucian takes Doctor and Jeremy to town Twrch - see if you can find out where those vermin are going. I must report to Isolde. * Llwch claps Twrch on the shoulder, then turns and makes his way back to the camp * Twrch follows Llwch * Llwch sees Twrch following him No no, follow *them*! * Llwch points to the retreating backs of the invaders * Twrch follows the Romans and picks up another big boulder * Roman-Soldier_Marcus confronts the Doctor and tells him that he is a spy for the Celts No, no...we're travelers. We just arrived. We're not allied with anybody. We will determine this when we reach the garrison, Marcus. Er - that's right - we are neturals. * Lucian marches them on towards Bath ***** * ChrisCwej drops his sword in surprise * ChrisCwej flips Isolde over his head That wasn't nice! I was just trying to get acquainted! * Isolde rises to her feet and stares hypnotically Why do you want to kill me? I'm here as a friend! * ChrisCwej hears a buzzing in his head * ChrisCwej tries to ignore it * Isolde chants ...my will is your will... I mean, we're just here on vacation... * Buzzing gets louder * ChrisCwej shakes his head * Isolde continues to chant We just want to... ...see the local... We were... I was... * Llwch barges in I will... Isolde, I saw - oh. Your will... * Llwch ducks back into the shadows * Isolde points her finger to the ground BOW!!! * ChrisCwej tries to turn and run, but falls to the ground * ChrisCwej passes out * Isolde smiles evilly Ahhh, he was a weak spirit... * Llwch steps forward with hesitation Have you worked your magic on him, Isolde? ***** ::the Roman soldiers lead the Doctor and Jeremy into Bath:: I say, this isn't the Bath I know. You'll like the Roman city, Jeremy. Many of the creature comforts of modern England were already in use by the Romans. Right now, Doctor, a bit of tea and crumpets would hit the spot. * Charis sees travelers coming into town Well, tea hasn't been discovered yet... except in China. And crumpets are a bit off, too. But I'm sure they'll offer us some roast fowl and Roman meal bread. * Charis notices the Doctor's 18th-century clothes and knows that they are time travelers Roast fowl? That sounds wonderful. * JeremyF drools in anticipation There will be mead and ale to drink, as well. * BeepyThing in Doctor's pocket activates * BeepyThing is hooked up to Chris' armor What's that? * Eighth_Doctor checks his pockets I say, Doctor, what's that? It is making quite a racket! Halt! Are we to the fowl and ale yet? * BeepyThing indicates Chris is unconsious What is that strange noise, Doctor? Oh, dear. I'm afraid my friend Chris has run into some trouble! Oh my! Lucian, can we double back and try to find him? This tells me that he may be injured. * Lucian takes the monitor away from the Doctor What sort of magic are you using, Doctor? Magic? * JeremyF honks It's not magic. Just a simple monitoring device. ::the monitor goes off in Lucian's hand, causing him to drop it:: Your behavior is very odd. You may just BE the enemy after all. Marcus! Take these two travelers to the garrison for interrogation! No, no. I am not your enemy, and I can prove it. * Eighth_Doctor spreads his arms and lets his coat fall open See, I am unarmed. Would your enemy let you take him this way? * Roman-Soldier_Marcus leads the two guys to the garrison * Charis sees the exchange between Lucian and the Doctor happen I say, Doctor, what now? Just be patient, Jeremy. If we behave ourselves, they are bound to see that we are friends. I hope so, Doctor. I do so dislike this. * JeremyF whimpers * Charis follows at a distance ***** * Isolde secures Chris again * Isolde stares malovently at Llwch You didn't bind him strong enough, you fool! * Llwch bows his head Yes, Isolde. * Isolde approaches Chris Chris creature, who are you and those others? I command you to speak. * ChrisCwej mumbles LOUDER! * Isolde applies her will mumble, mumble... wizard... mumble... git Wizard???? Who is a wizard???? mumble... yes. * Isolde intakes her breath * Isolde frowns What is this wizard called? No... *Who*. * Isolde sends horrible pain into Chris' head * ChrisCwej inhales sharply SPEAK! What is this wizard called? * Llwch stands in awe of Isolde's powers And what is this thing that comes out of the air...answer me! * ChrisCwej convulses in pain * Isolde's face twists with anger * Isolde hisses into Chris' ear Tell me about this WIZARD! He is... *the* Wizard. I have seen you, fool! And the others, there is a wizard more powerful than I! They came from out of the air. A- air... No wizard is more powerful than you, Isolde. * Llwch scuttles up next to Chris and fingers his armor Isolde - have you seen his clothing? * Llwch raps it with a knuckle * Isolde turns on Llwch * Isolde walks over to Chris and viciously kicks him * Llwch scoots back from Chris' convulsing body Never mind this creature. I must find this wizard... ***** * Roman-Soldier_Marcus locks the Doctor and Jeremy in a small cell * Charis mutters to herself Stupid time travelers...they're going to mess up the timeline at this rate! So, how far is it to the city, Lucian? * Roman-Soldier_Marcus ties the Doctor and Jeremy up to a pole * JeremyF so dislikes having his hands tied behind his back * Roman-Soldier_Marcus orders all the civilians to vacate the premises There's nothing to see here. Move on, move on. * Eighth_Doctor uses his incredible sleight of hand powers to untie himself, though he keeps his hands behind his back to fool the Romans * Charis walks up to Marcus Yes, Charis? Sir, what is going on? Why are you holding these travelers? Ask Lucian. I have direct orders from him. * JeremyF attempts to free himself but only succeeds in tying his hands even tighter * Eighth_Doctor watches the Roman guards leave and slips his hands out of his bonds I'm going to leave you here, Jeremy. The Romans are civilized and they won't hurt you if you don't annoy them. I need to go look for Chris. Doctor? b-b-but Doctor... Don't worry, Jeremy. I'll come back for you. * Eighth_Doctor turns on his heel and leaves before he has to listen to any more whining from Jeremy * Charis is knocked back by the Doctor leaving Doctor!!!! You could have at least untied my hands! * Charis falls on her rear end and looks up in surprise at the Doctor * Eighth_Doctor walks off quickly, heading back to the woods to find Chris ***** How will you find him, Isolde? More of your magic? * Isolde turns back to Llwch What? Didn't you see them? Oh. * Llwch remembers Yes, I did - I meant to tell you, Isolde. * Llwch snarls They were with the invaders, going toward their city. * Eighth_Doctor arrives in the woods and listens intently for any sign of the Celtic people he feels sure must be around Idiot! Speak, then! * Llwch turns red - another failure That is all, Isolde... * Eighth_Doctor catches a faint sound on the wind and heads toward it You saw them WHERE??? In the clearing! * Llwch cowers in fear of Isolde's power They were going toward the city, Isolde, with the invaders...the clearing... We must capture him. I must know the source of his powers. * Llwch perks up as he hears Isolde say "we" * Llwch straightens up I will help you! * ChrisCwej groans * Isolde frowns With the invaders...? * Llwch is worried again Yes...with the invaders... * Eighth_Doctor arrives outside the Celtic village and remains concealed, watching * Isolde picks up her sword * Eighth_Doctor sees Isolde and Chris, and is worried. Chris doesn't look good. Leave no stone unturned, Llwch. * Llwch frowns You are not coming with me? No, I need to remain here and prepare. Yes, Isolde. * Eighth_Doctor makes a decision and walks into the village * Llwch turns to leave the camp Ahh... ISOLDE! Hello! I'm the Doctor. * Isolde turns * ChrisCwej jumps up and disarms Isolde yet again * Llwch fumbles for his dagger, draws it, and points it at the Doctor * ChrisCwej points the sword at Isolde Why do you keep doing this to me? * Eighth_Doctor approaches Isolde and holds out his hand in friendship Hello, I'm the Doctor! * Llwch backs out of the Doctor's way - something about the man frightens him deeply Are you all right, Chris? I'm fine, Doctor. * Isolde stares * Llwch looks at Isolde for instructions YOU! You must be the Wizard! I suppose you could call me that. But magic is only advanced technology, you know. SEIZE HIM! Now, why would you want to do that? * Llwch grabs the Doctor and holds the dagger to his throat ::ending credits for episode one:: * Charis retreats and watches what's going on with Jeremy in town * Charis goes over to where Jeremy is * JeremyF's nose itches * JeremyF cannot scratch it * Roman-Soldier_Marcus draws his sword Marcus, what's going on? State your business, Charis. Marcus, I'm not sure this man is a Celt. But he's a intruder, nonetheless. Do you really think that a Celt would dress like this? No, but neither would a Roman. True. Maybe we should ask him where he's from, then. * JeremyF whimpers I'm hungry! Where are you from, funny dresser person? I'm from London. You don't look like you are. However, you might be. * Charis smiles * Roman-Soldier_Marcus questions Jeremy about London What street is the bakery on? Um, I don't know in this time...I'm from a little bit in the future. So what is your profession in London? And what brings you to these parts? Sir, what is your name? My name is Jeremy - I'd shake your hand, but I am tied up. Marcus, maybe you should untie his hands so he can greet us? * Charis pulls out a small vial and drops it on the ground. A cloud of smoke rises and knocks Marcus and Jeremy out * Charis then uses special smelling salts to wake Jeremy up * JeremyF wakes up Come with me, Jeremy. * JeremyF gets up and follows Charis Hold on a second, Jeremy. Let me leave the smelling salts here by Marcus to wake him up. Now, follow me to my pub. ***** * ChrisCwej puts the sword to Isolde's throat * ChrisCwej shouts ONE MORE STEP AND I'LL CUT HER THROAT! * ChrisCwej looks quite intense * Llwch has confidence in Isolde's powers and will not release the Doctor unless she says so You, too, Doctor. Stay away! * ChrisCwej backs up, dragging Isolde * Eighth_Doctor pulls a jelly baby from the bag in his pocket Here, would you like a jelly baby? Put that down! * Isolde grins evilly Do you think you can harm me? I would not try to harm you. * Llwch stares at the bag in fascination Here, have one. They're sweets. * Llwch slaps it away from the Doctor * Isolde works her magic at the Doctor * Eighth_Doctor deflects Isolde's mental powers easily. He IS a Time Lord, after all Now, Isolde, tell your friend to take the knife away from my neck. We can sit down and talk about this like friends. * ChrisCwej hears the buzzing again * Isolde brings Chris to his knees * ChrisCwej grabs his ears and yells Stop it! Stop it! * Llwch grins at Isolde's success * Isolde looks at Chris on the ground and turns to the Doctor * ChrisCwej gets up and runs blindly into the forest * Eighth_Doctor uses Venusian aikido to disarm Llwch * Llwch cries out as he finds himself suddenly on his back Now, let's start over. I'm the Doctor and I mean you no harm. * Isolde stares, sending another mental zap at the Doctor * Eighth_Doctor smiles benignly That won't work on me. I'm not entirely human, you see. * Isolde stares at the Doctor in amazement Yes! You ARE a spirit...a powerful one! If you'll tell me why you captured my friend, maybe we can work this all out to everyone's benefit. * Llwch stares up at Isolde and the Doctor, trying to figure out what happened to him Now, if I call my friend Chris back, will you promise not to threaten him anymore? He's likely to hurt you eventually if you keep pointing weapons at him. * Llwch clambers to his feet, standing next to Isolde * Isolde beams at the significance of all of this Spirit, wizard, where do you come from? I'm from the planet Gallifrey, but never mind that. * Isolde stares at the Doctor in confusion You speak nonsense. Nonsense, only because you don't have a reference points to understand what I say. Just think of me as a traveler from very far away. He must be one of the invaders, Isolde! They came from far away, as well. * Isolde nods her head knowingly Ahhh, you have come to take what is mine. This is MY realm, there are no other magicians here. No, I have no use for anything that is yours. We came here only to observe and learn about your people. * Isolde looks sly Yes, and you conspire with the invaders. ***** * Charis and Jeremy go to a pub * JeremyF follows and then realises his hands are still tied * Charis cuts Jeremy's hands loose Oh, thank you! That was so terribly uncomfortable. * Charis gets Jeremy some ale and roast fowl to eat * JeremyF eats the fowl and drinks the ale Oh my, ::burp:: that hit the spot. Now, Jeremy, do you know where your friend went? No, I don't think they both just left. I think they went into the woods. * Roman-Soldier_Marcus goes to the pub to get some stuff off his chest Well, lets go look for him. * Charis runs into Marcus on the way out * JeremyF sees Marcus and yelps!!! Please don't tie me up again. It's all right, Jeremy. Marcus is a friend. He was just worried that he'd get in trouble for helping you. Marcus, we are looking for Jeremy's friend, the Doctor. Come with us and we'll find him and sort things out with your commander. * Roman-Soldier_Marcus still has a strong grudge against Jeremy and Charis * Charis and Jeremy and Marcus now go towards the woods, in the same direction that the Doctor took What we are going to do in the woods? It sure is dark and scary in here, all sorts of creatures... * Roman-Soldier_Marcus tells Jeremy some of the local legends about the creatures ***** * Eighth_Doctor calls out to Chris Chris, come back. It's all right now. We have reached an agreement with the fair Isolde. * Eighth_Doctor winks at Isolde, whom he thinks is quite fetching with her shield and sword and all * ChrisCwej wanders into the clearing There you are, my boy. * ChrisCwej's pupils are dilated * ChrisCwej whimpers something It's all right, Chris. * Isolde whispers to Llwch We must pretend and discover this wizard's plan. * Llwch nods very slightly Wizard...what brings you to our country? * Isolde grabs Llwch The other spy...he must work with him, not the invaders. * Llwch nods, realizing that that is most likely true * Llwch leans toward Isolde ::whispering:: Should you question him about this? * Isolde whispers back Wait, we must see what they will do. * Isolde craftily approaches Chris * ChrisCwej flinches at her approach * Isolde strokes Chris' cheek and the pain recedes * ChrisCwej blinks * ChrisCwej's pupils return to normal * ChrisCwej's eyes focus * ChrisCwej shakes his head Wha...? Well, wizard... I stand in good faith. * Llwch eyes Chris' clothing enviously * ChrisCwej looks confused Hello...Doctor...Doctor, what happened? Hi, Chris. Everything's OK now. If we can just collect Jeremy, we can be off. * Isolde gazes at the Doctor * Isolde rushes forward Be off? Where are you going, wizard? Back to inform the invaders of our location? No, we have another friend we need to be reunited with. A friend...you mean the other SPY! No, no, no. Do we have to go through all that again? We're not spies. We're simple travelers. * Charis and company approach the Celtic village Shhhh...something's going on down there. We need to be careful. * Llwch hears footsteps on the road * Llwch runs to the edge of the clearing and spies the Romans Jeremy, Marcus, we're going to watch what's going on and see what's happening with the Celts... Celts? Are they nasty? * Llwch races back to Isolde Then we'll know better how to help Jeremy's friends. Do you think the Doctor is there? They do look at bit nasty down there... Yes, they do. Maybe we should circle the camp and see if we can each sneak in. Okay. And I'm rather not good at suprising people. You say you know nothing of the others that came before you? Others? Which others? They, too, came from the air. From the air? In silver ships? Yes, and you pretended not to know..... Doctor! A real invasion? Good thing we showed up! We did not know! These others, what did they look like? Were they silver men, or metal canisters with poles sticking out of them? Or perhaps giants with ponderous large heads? Or maybe big slugs with lots of eyes. * ChrisCwej grins excitedly Isolde! The invaders are HERE! * ChrisCwej turns around, ready for battle * Isolde turns to Llwch * Llwch is very tense, shooting glances in the direction of the road How did they find us? * Llwch suspects the Doctor, as usual * Isolde points her sword Enough of this! The invaders come! * Llwch rushes about, gathering up weapons and provisions * JeremyF tries to sneak but sneezes and trips and coughs loudly * Isolde hears the noises What was that? * ChrisCwej turns to Isolde I need a weapon! Listen to me, Isolde, I can help you against these invaders. They do not belong here. Hurry! Before we're knee-deep in Nazi Sontarans! * JeremyF approaches one of the huts * Isolde studies the Doctor and ponders the situation * Llwch huffs as he runs around The invaders...are not made of metal. They...are very much flesh and bone. * Llwch thinks of the ones he has killed I have fought many invaders of Earth. I have dedicated myself to protecting this planet and its people. I will not stand by while Daleks or Sontarans or Cybermen ravage your people. * Isolde motions to a stash of swords nearby Take these swords, but mind you...we will be behind you if you betray us. * ChrisCwej grabs a sword * Llwch finally gets the camp ready to move * Eighth_Doctor looks at the sword as if it is something icky * Llwch takes a sword from Isolde I don't need a weapon. * Isolde smiles thinly at the Doctor I think not. * ChrisCwej takes up position next to Llwch * Llwch looks at Chris nervously, unsure if he should trust him * Isolde looks around Come, we must hide. * Charisss is in the bushes, peeping out * JeremyF is on the other side of the village from Charis, trying to be sneaky * Charisss watches the village and tries to stay hidden * ChrisCwej crouches ready, near the perimeter * Llwch walks slowly to the road, keeping his sword ahead of him * JeremyF trips on some vines * ChrisCwej hears some rustling in the bushes * Llwch hears a noise, too * ChrisCwej springs into the bushes for an attack * ChrisCwej looks down and sees a comely local woman * Llwch rushes the spot from whence the noise came, but finds only a boy tangled up in some vines * JeremyF bumps into Llwch * Llwch seizes the boy, holding the sword to his throat ***** (The Doctor and Isolde) ***** Now, you must tell me everything you've learned of these invaders so I know who it is and can help you. * Eighth_Doctor gives Isolde his most charming smile * Isolde admires his comely face but resolves herself :) * Isolde stares coldly You must learn to trust me, Isolde! It is as Llwch said...they are of flesh and blood and spy upon us. If they do not look different, they may be of any number of humanoid races. What type of weapons did they carry? They carried strange objects, the likes of which we have never seen. Hmmm, not very helpful. Did they attack or harm anyone? No, they lie in wait, for what we do not know. And then YOU came. It could be that they are simple historical observers. Scholars sent to watch your people and write great ballads about them to be sung in the great halls of their own people. * Isolde looks skeptical Paaaah! What people do such a thing? We must survive and stay ahead of our enemies. Take the Trions, for example. They are an argumentative and ambitious lot, but they lack the courage to fight their own battles. Trions...so you know of these invaders? * Isolde peers narrowly at the Doctor And what should we do about these invaders that surround us? There is little that you can do about the Romans, Isolde. They will keep your people in bondage for many years to come. Their swords are of iron and steel and cut through the bronze of your swords. Their legons are organized and trained. * Isolde turns away in fury and frustration But the deeds of your tribe will survive. They will be sung or many centuries to come. * Isolde barks a laugh Sung? Meanwhile we will be slaughtered...our ways trampled... The Romans are not heartless killers, Isolde. They will be overlords to your people, but they will also build roads and aqueducts and bring writing and architecture to Britain. Your people will finally retreat into the mountains of Wales and Scotland and your culture will survive there for many centuries. * Isolde stares at the Doctor What creature ARE you? Only a poor scholar wandering the universe looking for truth. * Isolde rushes up to the Doctor * Eighth_Doctor is wary - Isolde has been known to be somewhat violent And you are a wizard...with GREAT powers! Not as many powers as you think. My greatest power is reasoning. I have not seen powers such as yours...and you have that box... that came from the air! Think of my box as nothing more than a very, very special ox cart, Isolde. ***** (Chris and Charis) ***** * ChrisCwej lowers his sword and reaches out for Charisss * ChrisCwej introduces himself * ChrisCwej grins at Charisss Well? Do you want me to help you to your feet, or not? * Charisss, startled, looks at ChrisCwej Where did you come from? The village over there. Funny. You don't *look* like an invader. * ChrisCwej grins some more Whatever gave you that impression? Just something the locals told us. Did you see Jeremy there? And I am *not* an invader! Like, am I armed? * Charisss holds up her arms to show nothing on her but a toga. No weapons. Come on, let's go tell the Doctor. * ChrisCwej is still holding out his hand * Charisss takes ChrisCwej's hand * ChrisCwej helps Charisss to her feet * Charisss brightens up So. Where are *you* from? Have you heard of Bath? In passing... It is not terribly far from here, just down the road. We were supposed to go there. The Doctor wanted to show us the pools. He said this is an important time in our histo--- * ChrisCwej realizes what he almost said Yes, the Doctor! You know him? * Charisss didn't understand what ChrisCwej almost said Well, you know, my bearers have to bring me in my bath chair. * ChrisCwej laughs at Charisss' joke I gave my slaves the day off. Sorry. * ChrisCwej and Charisss enter the clearing Hmm. Well, citizen, you are a strange one... I'm not sure how I should take that... Thanks, I think! A few moments ago you mentioned a Doctor? No, not *a* Doctor. *The* Doctor. * Charisss looks ChrisCwej over thoughtfully The Doctor! Yeah, he's a friend of mine. ***** (Jeremy and Llwch) ***** What are you doing here, invader?! * JeremyF yelps Where are the others? Others what? Who? * Llwch frowns Please, I am friendly. * Llwch grabs some vines and knees Jeremy in the stomach, tying up his wrists while he is hunched over in pain Come with me, invader vermin. * JeremyF moans! * JeremyF realizes his hands are tied behind him again * Llwch looks around for the other Romans and, not seeing them, yanks Jeremy toward the camp I can't get up! * Llwch sneers Vermin. * Llwch prods Jeremy with his sword If you cannot rise, then tell me where the others went. I saw them here. * JeremyF struggles to his feet Others? I don't know what you mean! * JeremyF whimpers The other invaders, lout! * Llwch presses the sword to Jeremy's throat But I am not an invader - at least, not an evil one. * Llwch pauses, finally realizing that Jeremy really doesn't SOUND like an invader...much less ACT like one I'm just looking for my friends. Well...come with me. * Llwch then realizes that he has seen Jeremy before, or at least, his back You were with the wizard and the one with the metal clothes. Wizard? You mean the Doctor. * Llwch sighs and drags Jeremy toward the camp again That is what I said. The wizard. I should have stayed in school as me mum always said. * JeremyF is pushed Where are we going? * Llwch replaces the sword in his belt To our camp. * JeremyF is relieved at the sword being put away How about my hands? * Llwch thinks No. I will not release you yet. Though you may not be an invader, you may also be a crafty one. * Llwch marches Jeremy into the clearing ***** * Isolde smiles charmingly at the Doctor :purring: Teach me your powers. * Isolde looks to the Doctor for her answer I would gladly teach you, Isolde, but all my powers are within your grasp if you will only observe and analyze rather than drawing your sword at every opportunity. Doctor!!! Jeremy! I am so glad to see you. Now where's Chris? ::Chris and Charis appear at the edge of the clearing:: There he is, over there. Doctor! * ChrisCwej sees what's going on for the first time. Really? Well, I had been travelling this day with a man, Jeremy, who also says he's a friend of the Doctor. And Jeremy's gone missing. Jeremy's over there. * ChrisCwej points Tied up. Again. * Charisss follows Chris' finger and looks in that direction * Charisss sees Jeremy and the Doctor Yes! That's them! But they're in trouble. Quick, let's duck out of sight. * ChrisCwej looks confused What? Why? It's only... * ChrisCwej is pulled down behind a bush Lest Isolde catch sight of us. Oh, her? She's harmless. Just watch out for her sword. Doctor, everyone keeps tying my hands! Isolde, shall I release him? * JeremyF struggles * Isolde considers this Now, please have your man release poor Jeremy. He bruises so easily. * JeremyF struggles Release him. * Llwch nods and slashes the vines on Jeremy's wrists Thanks. * JeremyF whimpers as he rubs his wrists Now, Doctor...your powers. I wish to see this...ox cart. Doctor, what's going on? * Isolde waits for the Doctor to answer her Isolde, you are a great leader of your people. But you must turn them away from fighting the Romans. That way leads only to death. * Isolde thinks things may change if she has the Doctor's power If you lead your band into Wales, you can live peacefully in the mountains there and practice the old ways and the old religion. Wizard, we have just come from Cymru. Do you not think it is important for us to discover the activities of the invaders? * Isolde's face tightens at the mention of the invaders * ChrisCwej moves to stand up, but is pulled back down by Charis * Charisss pulls an anachronistic space pistol out of a previously-undetected secret pocket of her toga * ChrisCwej notices something cold, hard, and anachronistic pressed against his head You're not going anywhere quite yet, my friend! So... I hear Bath is nice this time of year. You seek to ply your charms on me, Doctor. I'm your friend, Isolde. * Eighth_Doctor gives Isolde another charming smile * Isolde pulls out a sword * Eighth_Doctor looks annoyed that he hasn't made any progress * Llwch is startled by the sword, thinking that Isolde and the wizard had become friends of a sort Take me to this ox cart of yours NOW!!! * Llwch draws his sword also, holding it on Jeremy Oh, no... Not again. * JeremyF yelps ::ending credits for second episode:: * Isolde looks sternly at the Doctor Come, wizard! Take me to the...oxcart! * Llwch tightens his grip on the dagger But Isolde, you must listen to me. If you fight the Romans, you die! * Isolde holds the sword to his throat Die? We will die if we do not fight. And if you don't stop threatening me, I'm not going to cooperate at all! Oh really? You would be well advised to obey her, wizard. I don't have to do anything! * Isolde looks at Jeremy * Isolde nods significantly at Llwch * Llwch pierces the skin of Jeremy's neck with the dagger * Llwch carefully avoids any major veins - for now * JeremyF whimpers * JeremyF sees his life flash before his eyes - not much of it though * Eighth_Doctor sits down suddenly, slipping out of Isolde's grip * Isolde turns slightly, surprised Now, will you listen? * Llwch looks at Isolde uncertainly Isolde...? * Isolde stands indecisively What is your idea, wizard? * Eighth_Doctor gets up and dusts himself off * Isolde tries not to watch appreciatively If you gather your people and go into the mountains of Wales, the Romans won't be able to reach you. They never successfully conquered the Celtic people in Wales. I told you before, wizard, we came from Cymru only recently. Would you have us go back so soon? You want us to take flight? To leave our land?! You'll have the tactical advantage of high ground and your people know all the paths. * Llwch thinks about this * Isolde balks * Charis listens to the Doctor * Charis realizes that the Doctor is not suggesting anything that would change the time line that much There isn't any point to trying to face the Romans here. They have all the advantages. Numbers, weapons, a highly trained militia... But your special oxcart...that could help us...you must help us. Yes, wizard, you have no choice. * Llwch nods toward the dagger at Jeremy's throat You can't win if you face the Romans here! * JeremyF thinks about doing something foolish * JeremyF thinks he can overpower Llwch How can my TARDIS help you, Isolde? Only if I took all your people inside and hid them. You'll be better off in the mountains. * Isolde wavers in frustration Hide them...yes...maybe... The TARDIS is not an offensive weapon. Why, it's about as offensive as a chicken vol-au-vent. A chicken what...what are you saying? Oh Mr. Leewitch, please don't kill me. * Isolde lowers her sword * Llwch reluctantly follows Isolde's lead and sheaths his dagger again I will not kill you for the moment. But watch yourself. But you don't understand, wizard. We have dwelled here since before time. I...we can not give up. Llwch...we will look for the oxcart. * Eighth_Doctor sighs * Isolde prods the Doctor with her sword Yes, Isolde. * Llwch quickly gets his dagger out again * Isolde nods at Llwch and moves them off ***** * ChrisCwej tries to look at the gun at his temple * ChrisCwej whispers Well, what do we do now? * Charis whispers to Cwej Well, if you don't try and knock me out, then I'll stop pointing the gun at you. So what are you going to do with a hostage? I was going to use you to stop your friend from meddling with time, but it looks like he knows better. Yeah, the Doctor wouldn't meddle...er...well... * Charis looks at Cwej to see if he's being honest or not and decided he's trying to be Now we need to stop Isolde from messing stuff up. How? What can she do? * ChrisCwej looks back earnestly If she gets into whatever you people are using as a timecapsule, she could mess up the timelines. Whew! If that's all you're worried about, no problem. She can't get into the TARDIS! She can if your friend the Doctor lets her. I don't think he wants to, but your other friend is in trouble. He wouldn't. That machine is like a part of him. I also think she suspects me. * Charis is a bit worried about that Why? Do you go pointing guns at *her* head, too? * Charis rolls her eyes No, dear. That would cause problems, since guns don't exist here. So then put yours away. * ChrisCwej gestures at the gun Look, what is your name? Chris. * ChrisCwej grins * Charis drops the gun from Chris's head OK, I'm Charis. * ChrisCwej reaches out his hand for a shake That's the first human thing you've done today. * Charis is puzzled but shakes back * Charis smiles at Chris * Charis is not about to mention she's not human, since he seems to think of her as a human time traveler * Charis thinks Chris is cute, but a bit dense Why don't we try and cut back to your ship and stop this mess? Okay. But there *isn't* any mess. Even if the Doctor lets them in, he'll have some sort of nifty gizmo to prevent them doing any damage. * ChrisCwej makes "nifty gizmo" gestures Show me where you parked your ship, OK? Sure. We can cut around this way. You know, I'm glad you gave up on the hostage thing. * Charis follows Chris When I was in Adjudicator training, we learned all about dealing with those. * ChrisCwej grimaces * Charis smiles Unfortunately, it usually involved the hostage dying... ***** * Eighth_Doctor digs in his pockets for something to distract Isolde * Eighth_Doctor pulls out a yo-yo * Isolde watches the Doc out of the corner of her eye * JeremyF honks into his handkerchief Dear me, I have the sniffles. * Llwch trudges on behind Jeremy, his attention having been caught by a chain around the boy's neck * Eighth_Doctor starts playing with the yo-yo * Eighth_Doctor does "around the world" * Isolde stops and stares * Eighth_Doctor "walks the dog" What is this thing? * Eighth_Doctor does a "cat's cradle" Just a toy, Isolde. And now, oh dear, where did I leave... * JeremyF wanders away * Llwch snags Jeremy's arm and yanks him back Do not wander, vermin. I say, that was uncalled for. * Llwch does not reply * Eighth_Doctor digs in his pocket again Here, try this! * Eighth_Doctor offers Isolde a jellybaby * Isolde eyes his pockets What else do you have there? * Isolde darts forward and frisks his pockets * Isolde becomes fixated on the things in his pockets Now, Isolde, you're getting a bit personal there. * Isolde digs her hands in and pulls out various objects * Isolde snorts What is this thing? * Isolde holds up a long shiny object Oh, the sonic screwdriver! Very useful for unlocking locked doors, exploding mines at a distance and...other things. It has strange powers...ahhh, your wizard wand. * Isolde places the screwdriver in her pouch That's of no use to you, Isolde. Please give it back. I seem to have misplaced my asthma mist. Azma mist? Is this some potion? I, uh, well, yes, I suppose. * JeremyF is now restless and fiddes with the TARDIS key * Llwch stares over Jeremy's shoulder at the object attached to the chain * JeremyF realizes he has missed tea time * Eighth_Doctor sees Jeremy out of the corner of his eye and tries to gesture for him to put the key away * Llwch watches the light glint off the sharp angles on its surface What is this, vermin? * Llwch slices the chain through with his dagger and snatches it away * JeremyF jerks I say! Give that back! * Eighth_Doctor sees that Jeremy has lost his key * Llwch holds Jeremy at bay with the dagger * Llwch examines the metal object What purpose does this serve? It is not sharp, and it has a strange shape. * Isolde plunges her hands back in the Doctor's pockets and pulls a similar object * Isolde examines hers I may have to use my karate on you. You won't like that! * JeremyF begins to wave his hands Wizard, what is this...that you need two? * Isolde dangles the key Possibly it is a powerful magic item, Isolde. * Isolde nods at Llwch Yes, we will keep them both. * Isolde places the Doctor's key in her pouch * Eighth_Doctor sighs It's just a bit of the odd flotsam I like to carry around with me. Nothing of interest to you. * Eighth_Doctor looks pointedly at Jeremy I'll tell you what. You can keep the boy... * Llwch stares deep into the metal item's surface * Llwch lets the dagger fall down * JeremyF throws caution to the wind and leaps on Llwch Give that back! Aagh! * Llwch topples, and the dagger pokes Jeremy in the side as he falls * Eighth_Doctor takes this chance to grab Isolde's sword while she's distracted by Jeremy's antics * Llwch tosses the key toward Isolde and grips Jeremy's shoulders * JeremyF quickly cries * Eighth_Doctor grabs the key out of the air * Isolde grabs the key * Isolde tussles with him ***** * Llanfer sees the TARDIS from a distance and goes to look at it * _Twrch follows * Llanfer wonders what this blue box is doing here. He has not seen it before... * _Twrch shrugs at Llanfer * Llanfer finally reaches the blue box and touches it. It tingles... * _Twrch ambles towards the blue box * _Twrch tries the door to the blue box * _Twrch finds it shut * _Twrch watches the fight instead * Llanfer and Twrch go back into the forest ***** * JeremyF throws his entire 110 pounds of body weight on Llwch * Llwch tries to throw Jeremy off Jeremy, stop that right now. You're going to get hurt. * Llwch grabs for his dagger * Eighth_Doctor wrestles hard, but isn't making much headway against Isolde * Isolde suddenly stops struggling * Eighth_Doctor gets hold of the key and pulls it away from Isolde No mind, wizard...I have YOUR object... * Isolde picks up the sword and holds it at Jeremy HALT! Ack! * Llwch is glad Isolde's anger is directed at Jeremy, and not at him Can't we talk this over? * Isolde steps back Enough of this...you distracted me, wizard. * Isolde gestures back toward the road * Eighth_Doctor looks innocent Can I help it if my young friend is high-spirited? * Llwch pushes Jeremy off and stands up * JeremyF lands on his rear in the dirt * JeremyF thinks he wasted 20 pounds on the Charles Atlas program * JeremyF dusts his slacks and jacket off * Llwch grabs his dagger from the ground * Isolde pats her pouch containing the screwdriver and the Doctor's key Doctor, he took the key! We don't need the key with the doors wide open. * Isolde, with Llwch, marches the group on its way ***** * Charis and Chris spy Llwch at the TARDIS * Charis whispers: They are already here. And they've got the key! * ChrisCwej makes to stop the Celts * Charis grabs Chris No, don't do that. But they've got the key! They can get in! Do you have a key, Chris? Yes. Here. Then let's get in there NOW. * ChrisCwej and Charis run for the TARDIS * Charis grabs Chris and gets into the TARDIS while everyone is fighting * ChrisCwej looks blankly at the console Wow! I'm not familiar with this technology. * Charis looks around, amazed Chris, close the doors. It's changed since the last time I was here! It wasn't quite so...so...gothic! Where's the door handle? * ChrisCwej panics * Charis wonders what the owner's fixation with Gothic is about? * ChrisCwej hisses He redid the controls! * ChrisCwej wonders what else the Doctor was up to while Chris was on Gallifrey Chris, we need to find a place to hide, quickly. They are going to be in here very soon. * Charis sees some books piled up Let's go over there and hide. * ChrisCwej tries to push some bookshelves in front of the door No, don't do that, Chris! We need to surpise them. That won't look right to anyone, even Isolde. * Charis thinks this is going to make an interesting report to send back to Trion * ChrisCwej gives up and hides behind a dresser * Charis heads for the book pile and gets behind it and checks her gun and knife * Charis decides on the knife. She thinks this place might be hard to use gunfire and not get a ricocheted beam back * Charis rethinks * Charis puts the knife in her boot and gets the gun out ***** Now, Madame, can I invite you inside? * Eighth_Doctor bows * JeremyF has to blow his nose again * Llwch laughs Inside this? * Llwch prods the box with his dagger * Isolde pauses suspiciously Is this the magical oxcart? Yes, Isolde. This is my TARDIS. * Isolde gazes at the Doctor * Eighth_Doctor opens the door and goes into the TARDIS * Isolde follows uneasily * Charis watches the group enter * JeremyF sees Chris * Llanfer and Twrch approach the group Twrch! You have returned. * Llwch greets Twrch and Llanfer * Llanfer greets Llwch <_Twrch> Llwch! [My, the phlegm!] You have returned from your journey to Bath? <_Twrch> Er, yes. Good. You must tell Isolde what you discovered. First, enter this ox cart. * Llwch smirks and leads them into the TARDIS * Llanfer follows Llwch * _Twrch follows * Eighth_Doctor leads the way to the console room, quite aware that his guests are astounded by the TARDIS interior * Isolde stands in awe and staring around her You are truly a great wizard... * Isolde stares at the Doctor in awe * Isolde's mind whirls at the possibilities * Llwch bumps into Isolde, and stops short It is... * Llwch cannot think of a suitable word What is this??? * Llwch looks at Llanfer with the same bewilderment in his eyes This is not an ox cart! I never said it WAS an ox cart. * Llanfer's mouth drops open in disbelief * _Twrch thinks this box is bigger on the inside! * Llwch cannot handle the shock, and stumbles back out of the TARDIS Do you understand now that all this is of no use to you? You do not know how to use it and I won't do what you ask. * ChrisCwej goes through the dresser drawers * ChrisCwej finds a voodoo doll, a box of toothpicks, and a dead gnat * ChrisCwej's hands close on something gun-shaped * JeremyF finds a seat in the TARDIS and sits down You can threaten to kill me, but it won't do you any good, because I know that you'll have no way of operating the TARDIS if I'm dead. * Isolde gapes at the Doctor and tries to think And don't try to threaten my companion either. Surely you realize that with the power I command here, I could strike you dead with a word. But you have so much power...you of all beings can help us. I will not help you change what must be. * ChrisCwej nods at Charis and holds up a finger * ChrisCwej holds up two fingers * Isolde approaches the Doctor * ChrisCwej holds up three fingers Now! * ChrisCwej leaps out from behind the dresser * ChrisCwej points the thing at Isolde * Charis jumps out after Chris does * Charis covers the others * Llanfer finally gets his senses back * Llanfer ducks * Isolde steps back fearfully You would kill us now, wizard? * _Twrch thinks there might be treasure in here * _Twrch avoids the fighting and wanders deeper into the TARDIS * _Twrch opens doors Oh, Chris, will you put that down? You can't go around threatening people with a salad shooter. * ChrisCwej looks at the device * ChrisCwej blushes and throws the veggie slicer away * Eighth_Doctor remembers picking up that salad shooter on a very strange planet I say, let me have a look at that. * JeremyF picks up the veggie slicer Chris dropped I say, I could use one of these, whip up a meal for Sarah Jane... * Charis looks at Chris and grimaces Well, this isn't a salad shooter. * Charis aims at Isolde Everyone drop their weapons. * Eighth_Doctor looks at Charis Who are you? * Isolde suddenly sees Charis YOU! Local Trion Timecop. And you're screwing things up. Trion?! * Eighth_Doctor rolls his eyes Timecop? Trion? What is a Trion? Trion, I should have known. Look, I'll explain that later. She is an...enforcer from a distant kingdom. Yes, the Doctor is correct. * Charis is glad someone is thinking, 'cause Chris isn't Enforcer? She is an ally of the invaders? * Llanfer sneaks around the console room * Llanfer goes behind Charis * ChrisCwej sees Llanfer sneaking up on Charis * ChrisCwej reaches into his pocket No, the Trions are neutral in your conflict with the Romans. * _Twrch sees a room full of strange coats! Romans? * Llanfer gets out his dagger * Charis is now a bit confused but keeps at it * Isolde drops her sword in defeat I am overwhelmed...this Trion...a wonderous wizard... Look, I'm just here as an observer, Isolde. I came to make sure everything was OK. * ChrisCwej pulls the thing out of his pocket, aims it at Llanfer and presses the buttons * TARDIS_doors close ominously * Llwch looks up in surprise as the doors shut, locking him out Isolde! * JeremyF turns on the salad shooter accidentally full blast to create confusion Oh, Ddddddddooooocccttttooorrrr...hhhhheeeellllpppppp... * Llanfer feels very strange and collapses * TARDIS_column begins to move up and down * Eighth_Doctor looks around * Llanfer THUDS to the floor No! Chris, what have you done? * Llwch watches as the box fades away ISOLDE! ::ending credits for third episode:: * ChrisCwej looks down at the Stattenheim remote he just activated * Charis sees the time rotor moving and turns pale Yes, what did you do? Are we moving?! * Isolde turns around A trap! * Isolde steps back in fear No, no...everybody stay calm. * Charis looks at the Doctor You have trapped me here! Isolde, calm down. We should be OK. * Charis keeps her gun aimed on the Celt and hopes * Isolde tries to appear brave but is terribly afraid * _Twrch wonders what's going on Erm, Doctor? * Eighth_Doctor goes to the console and starts moving dials and checking readouts What happens when you activate a recall device *inside* a TARDIS? Where does it get recalled *to*? * Eighth_Doctor frantically changes settings * Charis has a bad feeling about this Gallifrey, maybe? * ChrisCwej hopes Well, um, no place you want to go. * Eighth_Doctor pushes a lever What's going on, Doctor? * Charis files Gallifrey away for later thought * Central-column slows down * _Twrch draws his dagger There, we're in temporal orbit. * Isolde bravely approaches the Doctor Now, if I can set the controls for before we showed up, everything will be all right. * Eighth_Doctor starts setting coordinates * Isolde glances fearfully at the knobs and levers I am ready, wizard...do to me what you will. Just, help my people to survive the invaders. * The_TARDIS rematerializes not far from where it originally was Doctor, are those chronometer readings correct? * Eighth_Doctor looks * Eighth_Doctor shakes his head How far into the future have we gone? * Charis is calming down a bit Well, if at first you don't succeed... What's the time reading? * Eighth_Doctor sets some new settings * _Twrch sneaks up behind JeremyF * JeremyF fiddles with the salad shooter, unaware of any danger * TARDIS_doors open * Chris_Cwej activates the scanner * Scanner displays modern Wales...complete with M4 * Big_Car whizzes by the TARDIS Definitely the wrong time. Close those doors, Chris! We don't want anyone wandering out here. * Isolde sees the doors open and makes a dash for it * Eighth_Doctor starts after Isolde Come back! You don't want to be here! * Isolde runs out of the TARDIS and out onto the the freeway [Splat! :)] * Charis runs after her Come back! * Eighth_Doctor follows * Isolde stops short and looks around in fear Come back, Isolde! You don't belong here! What is this place???!!!!! It's the same place you started, Isolde, just another time! * ChrisCwej joins them outside * Isolde sees huge objects driving down upon her * Angry_Driver screeches to a halt and begins to yell out the window at the woman who stepped out in front of him * Isolde screams * ChrisCwej notices that the driver was cursing in Latin * Charis grabs Isolde Come! You're in the world of the wizards. You must return to your own world. * Angry_Driver screeches around Isolde and off down the freeway * Charis picks up Isolde and drags her to the TARDIS * Isolde, reduced to tears, is led by Charis * Eighth_Doctor follows as Charis drags Isolde back to the TARDIS Help me, Doctor. * Eighth_Doctor helps Charis get Isolde back into the TARDIS * ChrisCwej returns to the TARDIS * Llanfer stirs * _Twrch wonders if he should attack? * Llanfer gets up * Llanfer rubs his head * _Twrch sees Llanfer * JeremyF is getting tired and hopes the Doctor gets rid of these Celts soon, it's time for tea * Llanfer tries sneaking up on Jeremy this time * JeremyF goes back to the TARDIS kitchens to stuff his face with Cheez Whiz Now don't worry about this, Isolde! It will be like it never happened when you get back to your own time. * Isolde shivers and shakes * _Twrch sees the crowd returns and melts into the shadows Do NOT do that again, Isolde. * Isolde is too shocked to speak We will tell you when you are home. * Charis lets the Doctor hold her and goes to get a blanket * Eighth_Doctor thinks giving Isolde something to do will help her cope * Isolde presses her head on his shoulder Now, Isolde, will you gather up your people and keep them under control until we can get back to the right era? * Charis puts a blanket around Isolde Yes...whatever you say, great wizard. * Isolde sobs softly to herself * Llanfer picks up his dagger from the floor * Llanfer looks at Isolde as if to say "What do I do?" Good, now let's put a stop to all this silly sneaking and get back to where we belong. * Isolde nods mindlessly Yes...yes...I will obey you. * _Twrch thinks the Celts need a new leader * Isolde pulls the blanket around her and looks up at the worried faces * Llanfer goes to Isolde and *tries* to comfort her... * Isolde looks at Llanfer Llanfer, we must gather our people as the Great One says. Yes, Isolde. He knows all, Llanfer. I believe what he says is true now. Yes, Isolde... * ModernRomanCop screeches his patrol car to a stop outside the TARDIS * Eighth_Doctor looks outside to see the cop Now what? * ModernRomanCop reports back to his commander * Eighth_Doctor looks in surprise * Charis turns to look too Doctor, this isn't right. He's speaking the wrong language! * Charis looks at the Doctor I know! I did a full report on Earth before I came here. This is all wrong. * ModernRomanCop puts on his bobby helmet with stylized brush and gets out of the car * ModernRomanCop approaches the TARDIS * Eighth_Doctor remembers his Latin and approaches the cop Ubi ignis est? :in Latin: Citizen, is this your traffic obstruction, here? * Eighth_Doctor decides for the sake of simplicity to let the TARDIS translation circuits handle it from here * Charis stands behind the Doctor and carefully puts the gun away It's all right, officer. We'll be out of here in a moment. How did it get here in the first place? Never mind. Secret government project. We're working for the emperor. * Charis is watching the Doctor deal with this May I see your project pass, then, Citizen? * Eighth_Doctor ducks back inside with Charis and closes the doors quickly Hey! * ModernRomanCop bangs on the doors * Eighth_Doctor goes to the console and sets new coordinates Let's get out of here. * Isolde gazes at the Doctor in rapture Llanfer, he is like...like...no other being! Yes, Isolde, he is truly a great wizard... * Charis goes back to the console This can only mean that the Romans gained some sort of unfair advantage and have held onto Britain for much too long! * ModernRomanCop calls for backup * ModernRomanCop is speaking to his superior He said he was working on a project for the Emperor. What have we done to mess up the timeline? * ModernRomanCop ducks behind his car and aims a Trion blaster at the TARDIS * Charis sees the cop out the scaner What is going on? * Charis is concerned * ModernRomanCop fires * The_TARDIS dematerializes * RomanTrionShip hovers over the spot where the TARDIS disappeared * RomanTrionShip opens fire * Eighth_Doctor sees that they have escaped the Roman future and are on their way back to Celtic times Er, Charis? That looked like one of your guns the cop had. I noticed. * Eighth_Doctor looks around for Jeremy * Charis is worried. She doesn't have that much equipment with her. * Isolde goes to the Doctor, gazing at him adoringly Wizard, if I may speak? :impatient and distracted: Yes, go ahead. I have made plans to gather my people...we will be safe now? Yes, you will be safe. We'll put you back where you belong, then I believe Charis will have to deal with the Romans. * Isolde leans closer And wizard...you will help me with my powers? I can't help you with your powers, Isolde. That would be meddling with the timeline. * Isolde looks disappointed * Eighth_Doctor looks pointedly at Charis I believe you're going to have to inventory your weaponry when we get back! Perhaps I could...apprentice with you for a moon...then return? * Isolde scans the chamber in admiration * Isolde's heart pounds in anticipation * Eighth_Doctor causes the TARDIS to rematerialize in the right time period * Llwch hops up from where he was sitting disconsolately as he sees the TARDIS rematerialize * Eighth_Doctor opens the TARDIS doors * Isolde looks at the Doctor for her answer You can go now, Isolde. Lead your people wisely. That means, lead them away from conflict and into peace and prosperity. * Isolde pauses dejectedly and nods * Llanfer looks at Isolde, concerned * Isolde comes to herself and nods at Llanfer to follow * Isolde leaves the TARDIS * _Twrch follows Isolde Isolde! You have been gone for hours...what happened? Llwch, I have been beyond time... * Llwch shakes his head, confused ...beyond time? Come, we must gather our people and go. * Llwch nods and looks for Llanfer and Twrch * _Twrch waves to Llwch The others are still at the camp, Isolde. * Isolde heads off down the road * Llwch follows, falling into step beside Llanfer and Twrch * ChrisCwej approaches the Doctor Doctor, Charis can't stay here, can she? Her technology is too advanced. She'll leave in her own ship after she accounts for all her weapons. I thought...well...maybe she could come with us? * Eighth_Doctor frowns at Cwej We can't pick up every woman you meet, Chris. Not *every* woman...just this one? No, I had a Trion here once before. They really are difficult to deal with. * Isolde suddenly stops and pats her pouch What is the matter, Isolde? Have you lost something? * Isolde turns and heads back to the TARDIS You are not going back IN there?! * Llwch hurries after Isolde, hoping to stop her rash foolishness * Llwch trusts her, but is worried about her in her current condition * _Twrch and Llanfer follow Llwch, give me the thing you took from the tall one. I do not... * Llwch looks at his garments in distress Wait, I have it. * Eighth_Doctor looks up and sees that Isolde has returned * Isolde approaches the Doctor and holds out the pouch * Eighth_Doctor looks in the pouch These...belong to you. Eeep! My sonic screwdriver! * Eighth_Doctor smiles happily Thank you, Isolde. I would have missed that. * _Twrch keeps what he took from the TARDIS in his pouch * Isolde smiles too Thank you, great wizard. * Eighth_Doctor kisses Isolde on the forehead * Isolde blushes * ChrisCwej raises an eyebrow at the Doctor * Isolde nods one last time and turns to leave Say goodbye to your friend for me, Doctor. I...do not think he is a vermin any longer. * Isolde motions to the others Come along...we must prepare. * Isolde disappears down the road * Llwch follows Isolde, optimistic about the future * _Twrch looks at the long black cylinder that he took from the TARDIS * Eighth_Doctor shakes hands with Charis Well, time for you to go too. You need to make sure that you haven't mislaid any of your technology. * Charis smiles and exits * ChrisCwej looks around the empty console room Doctor, which one's the door control? * Eighth_Doctor points to the lever with the red knob on top * ChrisCwej pushes the big, red, obvious lever And Doctor, have you seen my Mont Blanc pen? I left it right here... ::ending credits for fourth episode::