Ep 2. Attack of the Cybermen (2)

In Doctor Who season 22 episode 2 titled "Attack of the Cybermen (2)", the Doctor, accompanied by his companion, Peri Brown, continues his quest to stop the Cybermen's plan of re-establishing their home planet, Mondas. The show begins with the Doctor and Peri landing on Docklands in London to follow the signal from the Time Ring they had found on Telos in the previous episode. They soon realize that they have landed in 1985, during the time when the Docklands were being overhauled to become the Canary Wharf complex.

As the Doctor and Peri start their investigation, they realize that they are not alone. A group of criminals led by a man named Lytton is also on their way to the same location. Lytton, it turns out, has been recruited by the cryogenically revived Cybermen to provide them with equipment and resources to help them realize their goal of finding and reviving Mondas. The Doctor and Peri are soon caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal, with both Lytton's criminal gang and the Cybermen pursuing them.

As the plot thickens, the Doctor discovers that the signal from the Time Ring was a trap set up by the Cybermen to lure him into their clutches. He also realizes that their plans for Mondas would have severe consequences not just for Earth, but for the entire galaxy, as the planet's new and monstrous size would destabilize entire star systems. As he tries to stop the Cybermen's sinister plans and help Lytton's hostages escape, the Doctor's past catches up with him.

He is confronted by an old enemy, the Cyber Controller, who has survived his previous attempts to defeat him and has now returned to wreak havoc on the Doctor's life. The Doctor and the Cyber Controller engage in a fierce battle, with the Doctor recognizing that he cannot defeat the Cybermen without confronting his own demons and limits. As the situation escalates, the Doctor realizes that he may be the only one who can stop the destruction of Mondas and save the galaxy from its consequences.

"Attack of the Cybermen (2)" is a thrilling and action-packed episode of Doctor Who that explores the Doctor's vulnerability and the consequences of his actions. It features intense action sequences, an intricate plot, and intricate character development that adds depth to both the Doctor and his companion. This episode is essential viewing for both devoted fans of the show and casual viewers, as it provides a unique and captivating perspective on the show's complex and fascinating world.