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I went into this episode knowing practically nothing, except that it introduced new companion Vicki and that it was only two episodes long. Unfortunately I spoiled the twist in episode two for myself after watching the first episode and going on the TARDIS wiki to look something up. And there I saw Bennett listed as the villain. Dammit!
I'll never know if I would have figured it out or not. I'd like to think I might have got suspicious when Bennett wasn't in his quarters but I can't say for sure. Besides the twist is a bit wacky, especially when the two Didonas appear from nowhere and save the day. I was confused as to who they were, assuming they were crew members from the ship at first. I thought the Dido people looked like Koquillion?
Still it's not a bad story, a nice little filler and introduction to Vicki, who I've never seen before in action. She is obviously supposed to fill Susan's role but I like her, she seems different. A lot more energetic. And less screaming (so far). I really liked her interactions with the Doctor as well.
I think my favourite parts of the story are the interactions between the crew members. There's some great humour between them, they've been travelling together for a while now and they know each other well. I also like how the Doctor forgets Susan's not there for a moment as well. It shows it still has an effect on him, and the others are aware of it too. I just hope that the Doctor doesn't see Vicki as Susan's replacement and sees her as an actual person.
Episode score:
1. The Powerful Enemy: 7/10
2. Desperate Measures: 6/10
Average score: 6.5/10
Next up The Romans.
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