Ep 2. Genesis of the Daleks, Ep. 2
- March 15, 1975
In season 1 episode 2 of Doctor Who, Monsters: Davros titled "Genesis of the Daleks, Ep. 2," the Doctor and his fellow time travelers, Sarah Jane and Harry, continue their mission to stop the creation of the Daleks, the Doctor's greatest enemies. In this episode, the trio has arrived on the planet Skaro during a crucial point in its history, just before the Daleks are created.
The Doctor, joined by Sarah and Harry, infiltrates the Kaled bunker where the Daleks are being created under the guidance of their creator, Davros. A power struggle is taking place between the Kaled leaders and Davros, as he seeks to create the ultimate weapon of destruction. While trying to navigate this political landscape, the Doctor has a decision to make: should he try to destroy the Daleks before they are made, even if it means altering the very fabric of time itself?
As the Doctor and his companions work undercover to gather intelligence, they discover that the Kaleds and their enemies, the Thals, are both on the brink of destruction due to a decades-long war. Meanwhile, Davros has been experimenting with genetic mutations to create the ultimate war machine, making the Daleks more dangerous than ever.
The Doctor's predicament is complicated by the presence of Davros, who has become aware of their presence and is determined to capture them. Davros is one of the Doctor's most fearsome foes, and the two engage in a battle of wills as the Doctor tries to convince him that the weapon's creation is a mistake. The Doctor must also contend with the moral dilemma of potentially changing time itself and the consequences that may follow.
The tension builds as the Daleks begin their final stages of creation, and the Doctor and his companions race to stop them before they can be unleashed upon the universe. The stakes are high as the fate of the entire galaxy hangs in the balance, and the Doctor must make a decision that will have far-reaching consequences.
Overall, "Genesis of the Daleks, Ep. 2" is an action-packed episode that delves into the moral quandaries that often accompany time travel. As the Doctor and his companions struggle to prevent the creation of the Daleks, they are forced to confront the harsh realities of war and the potential fallout of altering time. With engaging characters, high stakes, and heart-stopping suspense, this episode is a classic Doctor Who adventure that should not be missed.