Silurian Scientist Militarist Faction Split
A violent ideological conflict within Silurian society as the pragmatic Scientist faction opposes the militaristic Junior Silurian's faction advocating genocide. The Doctor attempts to mediate while each side undermines the other.
Involved Characters
Arc Timeline
Season 7
4 eventsUnder interrogation in the Silurian cages, Major Baker initially cooperates with the elder Silurian’s questions about human intelligence and weaponry, but abruptly refuses to disclose military secrets when pressed by …
The Doctor is forcibly imprisoned in a Silurian cage alongside Major Baker, where he immediately attempts to negotiate peace between the Silurians and humans. The Silurian elder, skeptical of the …
The Elder Silurian physically intervenes as Junior Silurian prepares to execute Major Baker, halting the killing with a warning about escalating human retaliation. Junior defiantly justifies the murders as necessary …
In the Silurian Control Room, the Junior Silurian challenges the Elder’s policy of peaceful coexistence with humanity, accusing him of endangering their species. When the Elder reaffirms his leadership and …