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Carstairs

pragmatic level-headed resourceful loyal strategic
Lieutenant Carstairs leads British resistance fighters drawn from War Lords' simulated battlefields. He allies with the Doctor, Zoe, Jamie, Russell, and Villar to combat brainwashing and invasion. Rejecting control, he coordinates tactics, mediates disputes, and drives takeovers of key facilities. Level-headed and resourceful, he defends companions amid betrayal accusations, prioritizes survival strategies, and seeks lost allies like Lady Jennifer. His discipline balances caution with bold action.
137 appearances
Resistance Coordination Against War Lords

Carstairs's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

137 moments
S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
TARDIS Lands in No Man’s Land

Hostile and authoritative, focused on capturing and transporting prisoners without hesitation.

A German soldier captures the Doctor, Jamie, Zoe, and Jennifer Buckingham at gunpoint and transports them in an ambulance. He is later overpowered by Jamie and the Doctor during the …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Captured and Rescued in No Man's Land

Suspicious and inquisitive upon intercepting the ambulance, shifting to a state of controlled authority as he questions Buckingham and takes charge of the situation. His emotional state is marked by a mix of professional detachment and underlying tension, hinting at his role in the larger conflict.

Lieutenant Carstairs intercepts the ambulance driven by Jennifer Buckingham, disarming the German soldiers with his revolver and taking control of the situation. He questions Buckingham about the identity of the …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Doctor silences Jamie’s TARDIS panic

Anxious and frustrated, with a deep-seated fear for their safety and a desperate desire to return to the TARDIS.

Jamie’s anxiety about their separation from the TARDIS erupts in a whispered plea, revealing his mounting frustration and fear. His outburst is quickly silenced by the Doctor, but his emotional …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Carstairs Reports Suspicious Civilians

Professionally composed but subtly unsettled by the civilians' unexplained presence.

Lieutenant Carstairs enters the Field Office with military precision, reporting his patrol’s recapture of the ambulance from German forces. His tone is professional but lacks clarity on how the civilians …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Barrington escalates to General Smythe

Coldly certain, with a growing sense of righteousness in his suspicion

Major Barrington dominates the scene, his posture rigid with authority as he fires rapid, accusatory questions at the group. His suspicion of Jamie’s lack of uniform and the Sergeant’s report …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Barrington’s Interrogation Exposes Jamie’s Vulnerability

Confused and detached, with an undercurrent of unease. He seems to be operating on autopilot, as if he’s not fully present in the moment. His memory lapses suggest he’s either a victim of manipulation or a pawn in a larger game he doesn’t understand.

Lieutenant Carstairs stands slightly apart from the group, his expression distant and his posture rigid. He exhibits memory lapses when questioned about his time in the field, hinting at deeper …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Doctor’s diplomacy fails under Barrington’s suspicion

Suspicious and authoritative, driven by a sense of duty to uphold military protocol and protect his unit from potential threats, even at the cost of fairness.

Major Barrington dismisses the Doctor’s explanations as implausible, escalating the group’s status from suspicious civilians to potential spies. He orders their transport to General Smythe’s Chateau for further questioning, commanding …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Carstairs Warns of Smythe’s Brutality

Authoritative and suspicious, his demeanor betraying a lack of empathy for the group’s plight and a focus on maintaining order at all costs.

Major Barrington accuses the Doctor, Jamie, and Zoe of potential espionage and orders them onto a supply truck bound for General Smythe’s Chateau, dismissing Jennifer Buckingham’s concerns about their guilt. …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Memory loss and urgent summons

Initially introspective and slightly anxious, masking deeper vulnerability. His emotional state shifts to urgency and compliance as Barrington interrupts, revealing his dual role as a compassionate individual and a military officer bound by duty.

Lieutenant Carstairs shares a vulnerable conversation with Jennifer Buckingham about their mutual memory lapses, offering tea and casually admitting to forgetting names, dates, and even how long he’s been at …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Ambulance as contested escape route

Authoritative and impatient, with no visible empathy for Jennifer's personal struggles. His emotional state is purely operational—focused on executing orders and ensuring the group's compliance with military directives. There is a hint of urgency, suggesting the situation at HQ is time-sensitive or high-stakes.

Major Barrington bursts into the field office, seizing the phone from Carstairs and immediately asserting control over the situation. He delivers orders with brusque efficiency, overriding Jennifer's protests about her …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Buckingham secures Zoe’s temporary reprieve

Duty-bound detachment—he carries out his orders without hesitation, though his presence underscores the cold efficiency of the military machine.

Sergeant Major Burns executes Smythe’s orders with mechanical precision, escorting the Doctor away for execution and overseeing Jamie’s transfer to military prison. His demeanor is stoic and unyielding, reflecting the …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Smythe delivers rigged guilty verdicts

Confused and detached, with a hint of unease about the proceedings, though he ultimately defers to Smythe’s authority without question.

Major Barrington participates in the court-martial, initially accusing Jamie of desertion and later echoing Smythe’s claims of guilt without question. He displays memory lapses and confusion, hinting at an external …

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S6E35 · The War Games Part 1
Smythe’s rigged court-martial condemns the Doctor’s team

Conflict between his moral doubts and his duty to the chain of command. His compliance is tinged with resignation, as if he knows the trial is a farce but lacks the power to stop it.

Major Barrington participates in the court-martial with visible hesitation, his initial skepticism—'There's no actual evidence of them actually spying on anything.'—quickly suppressed by Smythe’s dominance. He defers to the General’s …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Ransom disrupts Carstairs’ fragile alliance

Conflict—His loyalty to the military is being tested by his moral compass, leaving him torn between following orders and questioning the operation.

Lieutenant Carstairs receives orders from Ransom to search the building with a party from Ransom’s sergeant. He briefly shares an unspoken bond with Buckingham over their doubts about General Smythe …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Ransom orchestrates search and cover-up

Conflict-ridden—Carstairs is torn between his military training and his emerging moral compass. His brief moment of hope for the fugitives is a rare crack in his professional facade, but Ransom’s return forces him back into compliance.

Carstairs receives Ransom’s orders to search the building with a party from Ransom’s sergeant, his posture snapping to attention as he acknowledges the command. However, in the brief moment before …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Buckingham reveals memory gaps to Carstairs

Anxious and intellectually agitated; his mind races to explain the unexplainable, masking deeper fear with logical conjecture.

Lieutenant Carstairs actively engages in the debrief, his initial skepticism about the court-martial giving way to alarm as Buckingham describes the mist. He latches onto the idea of a German …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Buckingham and Carstairs challenge the court-martial

Shifting from conflicted to resolute as he recognizes the court-martial’s unfairness and his own need to act.

Lieutenant Carstairs is mentioned in Ransom’s dialogue as part of the command post’s personnel, but his physical presence is limited to his exchange with Ransom and Buckingham. His role in …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Carstairs and Buckingham challenge Ransom’s credibility

Righteously indignant and increasingly determined, with a sense of urgency to act

Lieutenant Carstairs confronts Ransom about the irregularities of the Doctor’s court-martial, citing King’s Regulations and expressing dissatisfaction with the trial’s legitimacy. His determination to seek answers from the Doctor and …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Buckingham undermines Ransom’s confidence

Not directly observable, but his absence contributes to the atmosphere of unease and instability.

Lieutenant Carstairs is mentioned but absent, serving as a convenient excuse for Buckingham to probe Ransom’s state of mind. His whereabouts become a point of tension, as Ransom’s abrupt inquiry …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Buckingham undermines Ransom’s confidence

Not directly observable, but inferred as cautiously optimistic or defiant (given his later alignment with the Doctor).

Lieutenant Carstairs is mentioned briefly as having ‘gone to look for some transport,’ but his absence from the scene is notable. His alignment with the Doctor’s group (per broader context) …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Carstairs Demands Proof of the Threat

Cautiously intrigued but guarded—his military training demands evidence, but his gut tells him something is off about Smythe’s operations. The Doctor’s urgency unnerves him, as does the implication that his superiors might be involved in something sinister. His warning isn’t just about belief; it’s a plea for the Doctor not to drag him into a disaster.

Carstairs stands with his arms crossed, his military posture rigid but his expression betraying deep skepticism. He fixes the Doctor with a hard stare, his question about the ‘video screen’ …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Carstairs Demands Secrecy from Lady Jennifer

Feigned composure masking deep anxiety and a sense of impending exposure. His urgency is laced with frustration, as if time and trust are both slipping away.

Carstairs stands outside the wine cellar, phone pressed tightly to his ear, his posture rigid with tension. His voice drops to a low, urgent whisper as he issues a command …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Zoe targets Smythe’s private quarters

Neutral but attentive, possibly beginning to question the war games’ legitimacy but not yet acting on it. His silence speaks to his internal struggle between duty and doubt.

Carstairs enters with the Doctor’s group but remains largely silent, his presence serving as a passive facilitator. He does not engage in dialogue but stands by, implying his role in …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Ransom’s abrupt exit enables Doctor’s infiltration

Wary but calm, with a readiness to spring into action. He trusts the Doctor’s lead and is likely scanning for threats or opportunities. His silence is not indifference but strategic—he knows when to speak and when to listen.

Jamie is present but silent, his role in this moment purely observational. He stands with the group, his posture alert but non-confrontational. His lack of dialogue or action suggests he …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Monitor reveals Smythe’s hidden surveillance

Conflicted—his initial confusion gives way to a mix of astonishment and growing distrust of Smythe, though he remains professionally composed. The revelation of the monitor plants seeds of doubt, but he hasn’t yet fully abandoned his military training or loyalty.

Carstairs begins the event in a state of confusion, unable to see the monitor despite Zoe’s revelation. His skepticism is palpable, but the Doctor’s insistence forces him to concentrate, eventually …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Doctor forces Carstairs' reluctant alliance

A descending arc from defiant skepticism to resigned fear—his emotional state is less about belief in the Doctor and more about the terror of being caught between Smythe’s brutality and the unknown.

Carstairs is the fulcrum of this scene, his resistance crumbling under the Doctor’s relentless pressure. Physically, he shifts from a rigid, authoritative stance to a slumped, defeated posture as the …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Carstairs bluffs escape past Ransom

Highly tense but focused, balancing the need to maintain the bluff with the risk of exposure. His demeanor is a mix of professionalism and underlying urgency.

Carstairs executes a high-stakes bluff, lying to Ransom about orders from General Smythe to transport the prisoners to HQ. His performance is calculated but tense, as he navigates Ransom’s skepticism …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Carstairs bluffs escape under Ransom’s watch

Calculated and tense, with a undercurrent of adrenaline. He’s fully aware of the danger, but his training and moral alignment with the Doctor’s mission override his fear. His emotional state is a mix of focus and controlled urgency—one wrong word could unravel everything.

Lieutenant Carstairs orchestrates the deception with calculated precision, his demeanor a masterclass in military bluffing. He falsely claims direct orders from General Smythe, his voice steady despite Ransom’s probing. His …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Smythe orders lethal artillery barrage

Unseen but likely anxious (his involvement in the escape puts him at risk).

Lieutenant Carstairs is mentioned as the officer who accompanied the prisoners in the ambulance. His absence from the scene underscores his role as a facilitator of the escape, though his …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Smythe’s precision artillery reveals the trap

Urgent and increasingly alarmed, shifting from defensive loyalty to skepticism as the Doctor’s accusations sink in.

Carstairs joins the Doctor, Jamie, and Zoe in the ambulance, his urgency palpable as he mentions the artillery barrage and the need to retrieve maps. His initial assumption that the …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Ambulance vanishes into time

Urgent and possibly panicked, with a sense of determination that masks deeper disorientation. His emotional state is one of heightened alertness, driven by the need to act quickly in the face of the unknown.

Carstairs, seated up front in the ambulance, suddenly shouts 'Right!'—a command that triggers the vehicle’s dematerialization. His voice is urgent, possibly panicked or determined, as he reacts to the unfolding …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Carstairs checks on Buckingham’s recovery

Relieved and momentarily at ease, though his emotions are still raw from the recent trauma of the battlefield.

Jamie steps out of the ambulance with visible relief, his shoulders relaxing as he takes in the peaceful surroundings. His dialogue—‘That's more like it’ and ‘Yes, and the guns have …

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S6E36 · The War Games Part 2
Doctor acknowledges temporal manipulation

Overwhelmingly relieved and hopeful, with a childlike wonder at the sudden peace after the trauma of war.

Note: Jamie is not listed in the canonical entities, but based on the scene text, he is a critical participant. For the sake of this analysis, we'll treat him as …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Ambulance Escape from Roman Pursuit

Determined yet tense, balancing the weight of his military training with the surreal reality of time fractures. His urgency masks a deeper unease about the unnatural forces at play.

Lieutenant Carstairs boards the ambulance as it begins to move, his urgency palpable as he secures his position inside. His actions are swift and decisive, reflecting his tactical leadership and …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Doctor reveals temporal displacement to Carstairs

Cautiously unsettled, oscillating between disbelief and reluctant acceptance of the impossible.

Lieutenant Carstairs stands in the ambulance, gripping the inadequate map as the Doctor dismantles his understanding of reality. Initially dismissive of the Doctor's claims about time travel, he is visibly …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs Betrays Ransom for the Doctor

Calmly resolute, with an undercurrent of satisfaction at executing his plan without hesitation. His demeanor suggests he is fully committed to his new allegiance and unburdened by guilt.

Carstairs initiates the betrayal by pointing his revolver at Ransom, his voice calm and measured as he orders Ransom to raise his hands. He efficiently disarms Ransom with Jamie’s assistance, …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Doctor rigs explosive to breach safe

Tense but focused, with underlying apprehension about the risks of the explosive plan.

Carstairs enters the scene as a tactical leader, retrieving a Mills bomb from the drawing room and presenting it to the Doctor as a solution to breach the safe. He …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs deflects suspicion after Ransom’s escape

Feigned composure masking deep anxiety; a man acutely aware that one misstep could unravel his carefully constructed deception.

Carstairs stands in the British Command Post, his back to the overturned settee where Ransom lies restrained. He silences Ransom’s shout for help with a sharp, threatening tone, then pivots …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs deflects Crane’s suspicions

Feigned nonchalance masking deep anxiety and the weight of his betrayal of Ransom, with a undercurrent of defiance toward Crane’s authority.

Carstairs stands with calculated composure in the command post, his posture rigid but his tone deliberately light, as if dismissing Crane’s concerns is a mere formality. His hands are visible—no …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs Admits Three-Month Absence

Cautiously controlled, with an undercurrent of defensiveness. His terseness masks a deeper unease—whether from the interrogation itself or the knowledge that his actions are being scrutinized by unseen listeners (Jamie and Zoe). There’s a flicker of something unreadable beneath the surface: loyalty tested, or guilt unspoken?

Carstairs stands inside Smythe’s room, his posture rigid, voice clipped as he delivers his evasive reply to Crane. The three-month absence is acknowledged but not explained, his tone suggesting a …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs defuses military suspicion

Feigned calm masking the weight of his divided allegiances and the risk of exposure.

Carstairs stands with quiet authority in the command post, his posture relaxed yet commanding as he intercepts Crane's interrogation of the Doctor's group. His dialogue—delivered with practiced ease—dismisses Crane's concerns …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs Secures the Map and Reveals the Blank Space

Controlled urgency—masking his internal conflict between duty and rebellion against the War Lords’ manipulation.

Carstairs enters the scene with calculated authority, immediately defusing Crane’s aggressive accusation by ordering Jamie to restrain him. He requests bandages from the Doctor, using them to silence and subdue …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Doctor bluffs past German patrol

Calmly focused, with an undercurrent of tension. Carstairs is fully aware of the stakes and trusts the Doctor’s leadership, but his role as a 'wounded man' requires him to suppress any instinct to act or speak, leaving him in a state of controlled restraint.

Lieutenant Carstairs is seated in the ambulance, his brow being mopped by Zoe in a carefully staged performance to support the Doctor’s deception. His posture is slightly slumped, suggesting injury …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Zoe and Jamie confront their dwindling options

Not directly observable, but inferred as confident and strategic. His absence is a narrative device, highlighting the group’s reliance on his skills and the stakes of their situation.

The Doctor is not physically present in the trench but is referenced as the potential savior of the group through his diplomatic skills. His absence is palpable, and his role …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
War Chief Reverses Execution Order

Absent but implied to be tense (given the War Lords’ reaction to his role in the escape).

Lieutenant Carstairs is not physically present in this event but is indirectly referenced as part of the broader context of escaped prisoners. His earlier actions (aiding the Doctor’s group) are …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs Demands the Map in Civil War

Highly alert with a mix of urgency and controlled focus—his military instincts override any lingering confusion about their temporal displacement.

Carstairs takes immediate command of the situation, demanding the Doctor’s temporal map to assess their new location. His tone is urgent and tactical, reflecting his military training and growing skepticism …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs orders retreat under fire

Urgent and determined, with a underlying current of desperation. His emotional state is a mix of combat-focused clarity and the weight of responsibility for the group’s survival.

Carstairs is the focal point of this event, his body language and actions radiating urgency. He fires his revolver back at the Civil War soldier with practiced precision, his aim …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs Sacrifices Himself to Save the Group

Resolute and determined, masking deep concern for the group’s fate and the moral weight of his choices. His actions suggest a quiet acceptance of his role as the group’s protector, even at personal cost.

Carstairs is the linchpin of the group’s survival during the ambush, providing precise cover fire with his pistols to suppress pursuing cavalry. He tackles an enemy hand-to-hand, switches weapons as …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs Sacrifices Himself for the Group

Determined resolve masking deep unease—Carstairs knows his actions may doom him, but his duty to protect the group overrides personal survival. His final stand is a mix of righteous defiance and quiet resignation, with a flicker of hope that his sacrifice will not be in vain.

Carstairs stands alone on the road, pistols blazing as he neutralizes cavalry attackers with lethal precision. He tackles one assailant hand-to-hand, switches weapons mid-combat as ammunition dwindles, and holds the …

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S6E37 · The War Games Part 3
Carstairs' capture forces Smythe to confront War Lord tactics

Absent but mourned; his legacy evokes a mix of admiration (from Von Weich) and cold calculation (from the War Chief). His capture serves as a stark reminder of the War Lords’ indifference to human life.

Carstairs is mentioned posthumously as the captured British Lieutenant whose loyalty and sacrifice are praised by the War Chief. His fate—'re-processing'—is revealed as a direct consequence of his actions in …

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S6E38 · The War Games Part 4
Carstairs’ Forced Reconditioning

Pre-processing: Hostile and defiant, his emotional state is one of resistance and distrust, fueled by his awareness of the unnatural surroundings. During processing: Confused and disoriented, his emotional state is one of vulnerability as his identity is systematically erased. Post-processing: Docile and compliant, his emotional state is one of artificial calm, his true self replaced by the Scientist’s narrative.

Carstairs begins the event as a defiant prisoner, strapped to a gurney in the Lecture Hall, his sharp observations ('A room. Filled with a lot of scientific mumbo jumbo. Funny …

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S6E38 · The War Games Part 4
Carstairs' memory rewriting exposes the machine's power

A rapid descent from defiance and clarity to confusion and, finally, docile compliance. His initial emotional state is one of hostile resistance, but as the machine takes hold, his emotions are systematically erased, replaced by a hollow obedience. The final emotional state is one of eerie calm, devoid of the fire and conviction that defined him moments before.

Carstairs is wheeled into the lecture hall strapped to a gurney, his expression defiant and his posture rigid with resistance. Initially, he is fully aware of his surroundings, describing the …

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S6E38 · The War Games Part 4
Doctor Sabotages Brainwashing Apparatus

Frantic and disoriented, torn between his brainwashed state and residual memories of his past

Carstairs, strapped to a gurney and wheeled away, shouts accusations that the Doctor and Zoe are German spies, revealing a residual memory from his past. His erratic behavior suggests that …

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S6E38 · The War Games Part 4
Doctor and Zoe exposed in lecture hall

Mad and frenzied, his mind momentarily freed from the War Lords’ conditioning by the alarm’s disruption.

Carstairs, restrained outside the lecture hall, is triggered by the alarm’s blare. The sound snaps his conditioning, causing him to break free from his restraints in a violent frenzy. His …

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S6E38 · The War Games Part 4
Scientist exposes Doctor as intruder

Chaotic and disoriented, with a surge of primal resistance as the alarm disrupts his conditioning.

Carstairs, strapped to a gurney outside the lecture hall, is in the final stages of the brainwashing process when the alarm blares. The sudden noise triggers a violent breakdown, shattering …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Scientist overrules Zoe’s execution

Hostile and conflicted—his conditioned loyalty to the War Lords clashes with an underlying resistance, though the conditioning ultimately prevails in this moment.

Carstairs, still under the War Chief’s brainwashing, accuses Zoe of espionage with hostile intensity, his finger trembling on the trigger of his gun. His actions are driven by conditioned obedience, …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Doctor manipulates scientist into brainwashing

Confused and disoriented initially, shifting to relieved and determined as his memories return and he recognizes the Doctor’s rescue.

Carstairs is initially strapped to the examination table, disoriented and under the influence of the brainwashing machine. As the Doctor reverses the procedure, his memories return, and he recognizes the …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Doctor reverses brainwashing on Carstairs

Initially confused and disoriented, shifting to relief and determination as his memories return and he recognizes the Doctor and their shared mission.

Carstairs, initially confused and disoriented after the de-processing, quickly regains his memory and recognizes the Doctor. He assists in overpowering the Scientist and is briefed on their current situation. His …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Doctor identifies Security Room target

Committed and focused, with a sense of purpose to dismantle the War Lords’ regime and protect the soldiers under their control.

Carstairs emerges from hiding alongside the Doctor, fully aligned with him after being freed from brainwashing. His presence is silent but committed, reinforcing their uneasy yet necessary alliance. His physical …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Doctor Revives Zoe and Plans Resistance

Cautiously optimistic, with an undercurrent of anxiety about the feasibility of escape. His military training makes him acutely aware of the risks involved in the Doctor's plan.

Carstairs stands as a cautious and disciplined presence, having assisted in incapacitating the guard earlier. His skepticism about their ability to escape the facility is voiced directly, subtly revealing lingering …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Doctor plans resistance unification

Practical and slightly skeptical, with an underlying concern for the group's survival. His interruption suggests a tension between the Doctor's strategic vision and the immediate need for a viable escape plan.

Carstairs interrupts the Doctor's strategic planning with a practical concern about how they will return to their own time. His question reflects his military training and disciplined mindset, focusing on …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Guards' SIDRAT Departure Exposes War Chief's Plan

Emotionally detached and operational—The guards exhibit no signs of individual thought or hesitation. They are extensions of the War Chief’s will, their actions driven by orders rather than personal motivation. Their departure in the SIDRAT is a calculated move, part of a larger strategy that they do not—and perhaps cannot—question.

The three rubber-suited guards march in unison through the Central Area, their weapons held at the ready. Their movements are synchronized, almost mechanical, as they respond to the alarm with …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Security Chief Accuses War Chief of Treason

Absent but impactful; his actions are a source of frustration and suspicion for the regime, fueling the Security Chief’s accusations.

Carstairs is not physically present in this event but is indirectly referenced as the 'young officer' who tricked the Scientist. His actions—freeing himself from the brain-washing machine and escaping—are the …

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S6E39 · The War Games Part 5
Security Chief accuses War Chief of treason

Absent but triumphant (implied by the chaos his actions have sparked)

Carstairs is mentioned indirectly as the 'young officer' who tricked the Scientist into reversing the brainwashing machine, enabling his escape. His actions—disguised as a curious lecturer—are the catalyst for the …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Zoe’s plea for Jamie’s rescue

Helpless and frightened, though his internal state is implied rather than shown. His capture is a physical manifestation of the group’s failure to protect one another, amplifying Zoe’s distress.

Jamie is dragged away by the guards, his capture serving as the catalyst for Zoe’s emotional outburst. Though he does not speak in this moment, his absence and the violence …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor overrides Carstairs’ tactical route

Confused and frustrated, his military instincts clash with the Doctor’s uncharacteristic authoritarianism. He feels sidelined and questions the Doctor’s reasoning, but his discipline prevents him from openly challenging the command.

Carstairs, a seasoned military officer, suggests an alternative route but is met with the Doctor’s dismissive command. His question—'Why do you want to go to the processing room?'—goes unanswered, leaving …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Zoe’s Fear Forces the Doctor’s Decision

Cautious and pragmatic, with a growing frustration at the Doctor’s lack of transparency. His emotional state is a mix of skepticism, urgency, and a reluctance to abandon his survivalist instincts in favor of the Doctor’s unproven plan.

Carstairs stands with his revolver drawn, his military bearing evident as he attempts to redirect the group. His voice is firm but not unkind, reflecting his role as a frontline …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor insists on risky Processing room entry

Urgent and determined, driven by the need to act swiftly, even if it means overriding his companions’ concerns.

The Doctor stands with an air of urgency, his eyes fixed on the Processing Room as he issues his directive. His tone is decisive, almost dismissive of Carstairs’ question, as …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor improvises magnetic field bypass

Alert and focused, with a quiet intensity reflecting his readiness to act on the Doctor's lead.

Carstairs pushes through the hanging racks of greatcoats alongside the Doctor and Zoe, his military discipline evident in his methodical movements. He observes the Doctor's actions with a mix of …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor risks destabilization to rescue Jamie

Cautiously skeptical, shifting to quiet relief upon seeing Jamie alive

Carstairs watches the Doctor’s actions with skepticism, questioning the plan’s immediate effectiveness when nothing happens at first. His military caution is evident as he stands by, ready to act if …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Team fractures over Jamie’s rescue

Not applicable (off-screen), but implied to be fearful or confused if conscious, or already undergoing processing if unconscious.

Jamie is not physically present in this event, but his abduction is the catalyst for the conflict. His unprocessed brain patterns—mentioned by the Doctor—are the reason he was taken, making …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor shifts from despair to action

Focused and resolute, with a soldier’s calm under pressure

Carstairs responds to the Doctor’s call with military precision, his ‘Right, sir.’ indicating immediate readiness to follow orders. His posture and demeanor suggest a disciplined soldier, prepared to act without …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor sabotages brainwashing machine

Focused and determined, with a sense of urgency driven by the need to support the Doctor's sabotage and ensure the group's survival. Carstairs is fully invested in the mission and understands the stakes, but he remains composed and professional, executing his role without hesitation.

Carstairs moves swiftly and silently through the hole in the wall, grabbing the Scientist's assistant with a firm, unceremonious grip. He bundles the assistant back into the clothing store, securing …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Sabotage attempt collapses under pressure

Highly agitated and tense, driven by the immediate threat of capture and the need for survival.

Carstairs is the driving force of urgency in this event, repeatedly reloading and firing his revolver at approaching guards to underscore the escalating danger. His agitation grows as the Doctor …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Russell’s Panic and Carstairs’ Urgency

Highly agitated and urgent, with a sense of impending doom that drives his insistence on retreat. His emotional state is a mix of frustration and determination, reflecting his focus on survival above all else.

Carstairs reloads his revolver with tense precision, his agitation growing as the Doctor delays their escape. He shoots two approaching guards, his actions driven by a sense of urgency and …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor Unveils Zoe’s Hidden Resource

Angry and frustrated, but gradually shifting to cautious pragmatism as the Doctor’s plan takes shape.

Russell stands with his arms crossed, his posture tense and aggressive. He expresses a raw, impulsive desire for direct confrontation with the War Chief’s forces, his anger barely contained. However, …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor plans disguised resistance rally

Frustrated and impatient, with a simmering anger that is only partially tempered by the Doctor’s reasoning. He chafes at the constraints of strategy but is not entirely closed to the Doctor’s arguments, especially when Zoe’s intelligence provides a tangible path forward.

Russell enters the scene with a palpable sense of barely contained fury, his body language tense and his voice sharp with impatience. He fixates on the idea of confronting the …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Gas valves reveal sabotage potential

Alert and ready—Jamie is fully engaged in the moment, his trust in the Doctor evident but his instincts sharp. He is prepared to act immediately, whether it’s securing the knapsack or responding to a new threat.

Jamie holds out his knapsack for the Doctor to inspect, confirming its readiness for transport. He reacts to the Doctor’s abrupt halt with a questioning 'Now what?', his alertness reflecting …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Security Chief confirms capture

A volatile mix of hope and anxiety, teetering on the edge of panic as the Security Chief’s voice shatters the illusion of their escape. His emotional state is deeply tied to the Doctor’s actions and words, oscillating between relief and despair with each new development.

Jamie stands beside the Doctor in the confined SIDRAT pod, his voice betraying his anxiety as he questions whether they have truly escaped and whether the doors can be opened …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
SIDRAT escape attempt intercepted

Resigned but alert, with a simmering tension beneath his stoic exterior. He is acutely aware of their trapped status and the Security Chief’s power, but his military training keeps him focused on potential exits or contingencies—even if none are immediately apparent.

Carstairs is implied to be present in the SIDRAT pod alongside the Doctor and Jamie, though his direct participation in this moment is off-screen. His absence from dialogue suggests he …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor orchestrates tactical retreat

Loyal and resolute, his trust in the Doctor is absolute, and he is prepared to face any danger to support the mission.

Jamie fights alongside Russell and Carstairs to repel the guards breaching the SIDRAT's protective force field. He volunteers to stay behind with the Doctor, demonstrating his unwavering loyalty and resolve. …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor Splits the Team for Survival

Firmly resolved to support the Doctor’s plan, with a quiet confidence in their shared purpose. His loyalty overshadows any fear, and he is fully prepared to face the dangers ahead.

Jamie engages the guards who breach the SIDRAT’s force field with fierce determination, his Highlander instincts kicking in as he fights alongside Russell and Carstairs. His loyalty to the Doctor …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
Doctor’s confidence collapses under pressure

Anxious but disciplined—his concern is for the group’s survival, not his own ego. The Doctor’s hesitation makes him more uneasy, as if the one person he’s relying on to outthink their captors is suddenly playing catch-up.

Carstairs lingers near the SIDRAT’s entrance, his revolver holstered but his hand resting on the grip—a soldier’s instinctive readiness. His question to the Doctor is laced with urgency, his posture …

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S6E40 · The War Games Part 6
SIDRAT trap exposes Doctor’s fatal miscalculation

Anxious and fearful, with a sense of helplessness as the trap closes in.

Jamie expresses concern for the group’s safety and notices the ceiling and walls closing in, forcing him to his knees. His anxious reaction mirrors the group’s sudden shift from perceived …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor forced to surrender under crushing threat

Panicked and desperate, with a sense of helplessness. His plea to the Doctor reflects his trust in the Doctor’s ability to find a solution, but also his fear of imminent death.

Carstairs, trapped in the collapsing Sidrat, is visibly panicked. His voice trembles as he pleads with the Doctor, 'What are we going to do, Doctor?', revealing his vulnerability under the …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor sabotages controls with gas diversion

Anxious and in peril (implied), relying on the Doctor’s ingenuity to avoid harm.

Carstairs is not physically present in this event but is referenced as one of the Doctor’s companions threatened with being crushed inside the Sidrat. His safety is a critical motivator …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor negotiates under duress

Anxious and reliant on the Doctor's intervention, though his specific emotions are not directly shown. His situation highlights the urgency of the Doctor's actions to secure their escape.

Carstairs is not physically present in this event but is referenced as one of the companions trapped inside the Sidrat, threatened with being crushed by the War Chief. His absence …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor reroutes Sidrat to evade 1917 zone

Anxious yet resolute; his military training keeps his fear in check, but the uncertainty of their situation gnaws at him.

Carstairs stands beside the Doctor, his posture rigid with military discipline but his eyes betraying a flicker of anxiety. He watches the Doctor’s fingers fly across the Sidrat’s control panel, …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Jamie exposes the Doctor’s lost control

Anxious but composed, masking his unease with professionalism while internally questioning the Doctor’s reliability in this high-stakes situation.

Carstairs stands in the Sidrat’s interior, apple in hand, his expression tense as he questions the Doctor about their landing zone. His voice carries a note of concern, reflecting his …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor recognizes Roman ambush

Cautiously alert, with a mix of frustration at the uncertainty of their situation and readiness to act on the Doctor’s command.

Carstairs walks alongside the Doctor and Jamie, unfolding a map to scrutinize their route. His skepticism is palpable as he questions the Doctor’s navigation, recalling a previous Roman ambush in …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor reassures Jamie amid war sounds

Anxious and uncertain, with a desire for reassurance; his emotional state is a mix of fear and trust, a push-pull that defines his arc in this moment.

Jamie stands beside the Doctor, his body language tense and his voice laced with anxiety as he questions their safety. His follow-up—'Oh, where do we go from now, Doctor?'—reveals his …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Burns Reports Fugitives Near Firepower

Unseen but inferred as determined yet anxious—he knows the stakes are life-or-death, and his alliance with the Doctor has made him a prime target.

Lieutenant Carstairs is indirectly referenced as 'the officer wanted for desertion,' his presence implied in the fugitives’ group. Though not physically present in this scene, his inclusion in the report …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Zoe’s tactical intervention saves the Doctor

Panicked but disciplined—his military training keeps him focused, but the adrenaline of the ambush leaves him emotionally raw, his usual confidence shaken by the sudden threat.

Carstairs is at the forefront of the action, sprinting through the mud of No Man’s Land alongside the Doctor and Jamie. As the machine gun opens fire, he shouts urgent …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Jamie’s defiance at execution order

A mix of frustrated urgency (his revelations are ignored) and desperate defiance (he refuses to accept the simulation’s hold). His emotional state is tinged with isolation, as even his military superior dismisses him.

Carstairs, desperate to expose the simulation’s artificiality, directly confronts Sergeant Major Burns, arguing that Smythe is not human and the war is a fabrication. His pleas are met with dismissal …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Smythe’s Execution Order and Personal Vendetta

Frantic and disillusioned, oscillating between panic and defiant clarity as he grapples with the simulation’s lies.

Carstairs, his uniform disheveled and voice urgent, desperately tries to expose the simulation’s artificiality to Sergeant Major Burns, arguing, ‘This isn’t the war. We're not even on our own planet.’ …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Carstairs’ desperate truth dismissed

Desperate and frantic, teetering on the edge of emotional collapse as his last attempt to reason with Burns fails.

Carstairs, his voice escalating from controlled urgency to frantic desperation, attempts to expose the simulation's truth to Sergeant Major Burns. He points to Smythe's spectacles as 'proof' of his alien …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Smythe confirms prisoner recapture

Likely frustrated and determined, though his emotional state is inferred—he may be plotting an escape or waiting for an opportunity to turn the tables.

Jamie is mentioned as one of the recaptured prisoners, though he is not physically present in this scene. His capture is a setback for the Doctor and Carstairs, as Jamie’s …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor exposes Smythe’s lingering threat

Anxious but focused, with a sense of urgency driving his actions as he realizes the stakes of Smythe’s potential reinforcements.

Carstairs, standing amid the chaos of the disrupted execution, points toward Smythe’s retreat into his quarters. His voice is tense as he confirms Smythe’s location to the Doctor, his military …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Carstairs saves the Doctor with a lie

Initially conflicted—balancing survival instincts with moral duty—before shifting to determined resolve. His lie to Smythe suggests a calculated risk-taker, masking deeper loyalty beneath a facade of obedience. The disarmament phase reveals adrenaline-fueled focus, with a hint of relief as the Doctor is saved.

Carstairs begins the event in a tense, whispered exchange with Jamie, initially dismissing the idea of rescuing the Doctor. His demeanor shifts dramatically when Smythe orders the Doctor’s execution: he …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Resistance disrupts execution attempt

Anxious but calculating; his surface calm masks a deep strategic mind assessing the shifting power dynamics.

Carstairs, initially cautious and dismissive of Jamie’s impulsive plan to save the Doctor, abruptly shifts tactics when Smythe demands the machine’s location. He lies, claiming only the Doctor knows its …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Fractured Leadership and the Doctor’s Gambit

Anxious and resigned, masking frustration with the Doctor’s detached urgency

Carstairs stands in the battered British Command Post, his voice tight with desperation as he proposes a breakout attempt, only to be met with Russell’s blunt dismissal. He acknowledges the …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Russell and Jamie's Last Stand

Tense but focused, his adrenaline sharpening his reflexes. There is no panic in his actions, only a grim determination to keep the group alive. His urgency is practical, not emotional—he is in his element, doing what he does best.

Jamie is the group’s combat instinct in action. Crouched behind the barricade, he seizes an incoming grenade and hurls it back outside with practiced ease, his warnings—‘Look out! Duck!’—sharp and …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Carstairs urges desperate retreat under fire

Tense and alert, with a underlying sense of urgency and frustration at their predicament.

Jamie, tense and alert, warns of the incoming grenade and throws it back outside, his actions reflecting his quick reflexes and combat experience. He is deeply engaged in the firefight, …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor silences gunfire with time barrier

Initially panicked and urgent, driven by a soldier’s instinct to retreat under fire, but shifting to bewildered relief as the Doctor’s intervention halts the gunfire—his emotional state reflects both his trust in the Doctor’s abilities and his lingering disbelief at the sudden shift in the battlefield’s dynamics.

Carstairs stands tense and urgent in Smythe’s command post, his military training evident as he urges the Doctor and Zoe to flee the relentless gunfire. His voice is strained with …

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S6E41 · The War Games Part 7
Doctor establishes safe haven and identifies key ally

Cautiously optimistic with underlying skepticism—eager for a viable plan but doubtful of the Doctor’s methods.

Carstairs stands in the British Command Post, his posture rigid with military discipline but his expression betraying lingering uncertainty. He listens intently as the Doctor reveals the time zone barrier, …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Russell’s defensive stance sparks team conflict

Focused and professional, with no visible emotional reaction to the team’s internal conflict.

The Sergeant is briefly but decisively involved, confirming the availability of explosives (dynamite) to Carstairs. His participation is functional and efficient, reflecting his role as a non-commissioned officer who executes …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Zoe Redirects Focus to Resistance Unity

Determined but tense, masking underlying frustration at the resistance’s fractured state while channeling it into decisive action.

Carstairs stands at the center of the command post, his posture rigid with authority as he oversees the post-attack chaos. He listens intently to Zoe’s recall of resistance leaders, his …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Villar’s Strategic Value Debated

Calm and collected, but with an undercurrent of tension. He recognizes the stakes of the moment and the importance of maintaining discipline, even as the group grapples with emotional and strategic dilemmas. His demeanor suggests a quiet confidence in the Doctor’s plan, but he is also acutely aware of the resistance’s vulnerabilities.

Carstairs oversees the defensive setup with a focused, authoritative demeanor. He listens intently to the exchanges between Jamie, Russell, and Zoe, occasionally interjecting to clarify the group’s progress in contacting …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Carstairs destroys the SIDRAT

Surface: Cool, composed, and authoritative—projecting unshakable confidence to rally the resistance. Internal: Likely a simmering mix of adrenaline-fueled focus and suppressed grief for the fallen gunners, but he channels it into action rather than lamentation. There’s a quiet fury beneath the calm, a determination to make the War Lords pay for every life lost.

Carstairs enters Smythe's Room after the initial ambush fails, assessing the chaos with sharp focus. He immediately identifies the SIDRAT's open door as a critical vulnerability and acts without hesitation, …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Resistance leaders commit to unified attack

Steely resolve masking the weight of leadership—he knows the plan is risky, but hesitation could doom them all.

Carstairs dominates the strategic discussion, his finger tracing the American barn on the map as he finalizes the plan. He dismisses Villar’s fears of enemy counterattacks with cold confidence, leveraging …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Resistance Leaders Debate Unified Strike Plan

Confident yet cautious, balancing the need for decisive action with the resistance’s fragile cohesion. His optimism is tempered by the awareness that Villar’s doubts could unravel the plan before it begins.

Carstairs takes a central role in mediating the debate, advocating for tactical discipline and a large, armed, and disciplined force to strike at the War Lord’s headquarters. He points to …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Carstairs Confirms Victory Amid Zoe’s Doubt

Tactically assured with a hint of underlying urgency, masking the resistance’s vulnerability beneath a veneer of control.

Carstairs stands at the center of the British Command Post, delivering the news of the Roman Zone control unit’s destruction with a mix of confidence and urgency. His posture is …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Carstairs orders covert dispersal

Calmly resolute, with an undercurrent of urgency. His surface composure masks the weight of the strategic pivot, but his confidence in the plan is palpable.

Carstairs stands at the center of the command post, telephone in hand, his posture radiating decisive authority as he coordinates the final phase of the sabotage campaign. He listens intently …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Doctor Seizes Control of Transport

Focused and composed, with a sense of urgency to move forward with the mission.

Carstairs takes charge of the situation, initially preparing to destroy the video screen before the Doctor’s transmission appears. He inspects the materialized SIDRAT, reassuring the group that it is safe …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Doctor Seizes Control of SIDRAT

Alert and focused, with a sense of urgency to act but also cautious about potential traps.

Carstairs is initially poised to shoot out the video screen but halts as the Doctor’s face appears. He inspects the materialized SIDRAT, confirming it is empty and urging the group …

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S6E42 · The War Games Part 8
Villar’s Forced Leap into the Sidrat

Calm and collected, with a steely resolve—he trusts the Doctor’s plan but remains vigilant for potential threats.

Carstairs is the first to react to the Doctor’s transmission, immediately shifting from a defensive stance (preparing to destroy the video screen) to one of cautious optimism. He inspects the …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor exposes War Chief’s desperation

Defiant frustration, with a steely resolve to resist even in the face of overwhelming force.

Carstairs is forcibly restrained by the War Chief's guards, his resistance met with drawn weapons. He struggles against his captors, his defiance evident in his sharp retort ('Get off!'), but …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor exposes the War Chief’s fatal flaw

Furious and determined, with a sense of urgency to break free and regroup.

Carstairs is forcibly removed by guards, shouting 'Get off!' as he resists capture. His defiance underscores the resistance’s unwillingness to submit, even in the face of overwhelming force. His removal …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Companions Question the Doctor’s Betrayal

Cautiously optimistic but inwardly conflicted, torn between loyalty to the Doctor and the weight of the group's accusations.

Carstairs remains composed but visibly skeptical, standing slightly apart from the group's escalating conflict. His tone is measured and calm, acting as a counterbalance to Russell's aggression. He does not …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Companions turn on the Doctor

Skeptical but composed, masking his own doubts while attempting to prevent the group from descending into chaos.

Carstairs remains composed amid the chaos, his voice steady as he challenges the group’s assumption of the Doctor’s guilt. He does not fully defend the Doctor but instead urges restraint, …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor abandoned to hostile prisoners

Resigned and concerned, though not directly participating in the confrontation.

Carstairs is not physically present in this specific event but is referenced in the broader context of the prisoners’ group dynamics. His earlier speculation about reprocessing sets the stage for …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Prisoners turn on the Doctor

Furious and bloodthirsty, his distrust of the Doctor boiling over into a desire for immediate, violent retribution.

Villar’s threat ('Leave him to me. I kill him first.') is the most visceral and immediate danger the Doctor faces in this moment. His authoritarian nature and distrust of the …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor Accused of Betrayal Reveals Bomb Threat

Concerned and frustrated, but determined to prevent violence. He is torn between his loyalty to the Doctor and his understanding of the resistance’s fears, which makes his intervention both urgent and delicate.

Carstairs steps forward as a voice of reason, physically positioning himself between Villar and the Doctor. He speaks firmly but calmly, urging the mob to listen to the Doctor’s explanation. …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Villar’s Violence and the War Chief’s Cover

Neutral and detached. He is a tool of the War Chief, acting without personal investment in the outcome. His emotional state is one of professional detachment, ensuring the War Chief’s orders are carried out without hesitation.

The War Chief’s Guard acts as an extension of his authority, intervening swiftly to restrain Villar. His movements are precise and efficient, his grip firm as he pulls Villar away …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor reveals sabotage and Carstairs pushes takeover

Aggressively opportunistic, driven by a desire to seize control of the facility while the guards are distracted.

Carstairs stands near the door, his posture alert and commanding as he coordinates the group’s response to the War Chief’s arrival. He advocates for a preemptive takeover of the facility, …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor admits sabotage to Villar

Determined and slightly optimistic, driven by the urgency of the situation and the need for decisive action.

Carstairs takes a proactive role, suggesting the group seize control of the processing room and proposing the use of alien guns if they can be operated. He tackles guards alongside …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor Secures War Chief as Bargaining Chip

Strategically focused with underlying frustration at the resistance's internal divisions, but committed to supporting the Doctor's vision for ending the conflict.

Carstairs stands near the door, coordinating with Zoe to monitor the entrance while engaging in a tactical debate with Russell and Villar. He suggests using the alien guns seized from …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor secures War Chief’s conditional cooperation

Focused and determined, but increasingly frustrated by the group’s lack of armament and the Doctor’s ambiguous leadership.

Carstairs directs Zoe to watch the door and discusses the resistance’s strategy for drawing out guards, supporting the Doctor’s plan to take over the War Room. He questions the War …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Villar Demands Weapons Before Trusting the Doctor

Determined and slightly optimistic, driven by the need to seize control of the War Room and turn the tide of the battle.

Carstairs tackles the guards alongside the others and urges the Doctor to take over the War Room. He discusses the resistance’s strategy of drawing guards to the Time Zones, demonstrating …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
War Room Execution and TARDIS Desperation

Determined yet amazed by the Doctor’s actions, seeking clear direction in the chaos.

Carstairs points his rifle at the War Chief alongside Jamie, reacting with amazement as the Doctor forms the data cube. He asks what the group should do after the War …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor summons Time Lords despite warnings

Determined and impressed, with a underlying sense of urgency to act before the War Chief escapes.

Carstairs stands alongside Jamie and Villar, his rifle trained on the War Chief as the Doctor constructs the data cube. He watches in awe as the plastic squares form into …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor Summons the Time Lords

Amazed but resolute, shifting from wonder at the Doctor’s technology to focused urgency in the face of the War Chief’s escape.

Carstairs, rifle in hand, stands alongside Jamie and Villar, his awe at the Doctor’s data cube formation quickly giving way to determination. He listens intently to the Doctor’s plan, then …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
The Doctor Summons Time Lords

Amazed yet determined, his wonder at the Doctor’s technology fueling his resolve to see the mission through.

Carstairs, rifle in hand, points it at the Security Chief as the War Room erupts into chaos. He watches in awe as the Doctor constructs the data cube, his amazement …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
War Chief’s Execution Sparks Urgent Escape

Urgent but composed—he recognizes the gravity of the moment but channels it into action rather than panic. There’s a steely resolve beneath his alertness, a understanding that hesitation could be fatal.

Carstairs reacts with sharp alertness to the War Chief’s screams, immediately identifying their source as the SIDRAT Landing Bay. His tactical instincts kick in, and he alerts the Doctor, setting …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor abandons resistance to escape

Determined and hopeful, with a sense of urgency to escape and reunite with Lady Jennifer. He is less conflicted than Russell, focusing on the immediate goal of survival and the possibility of finding his lost love.

Carstairs helps Jamie and Russell in combat, then urges the Doctor to take him along, mentioning his desire to find Lady Jennifer. He joins the Doctor’s escape in the SIDRAT, …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor defies Time Lords to spare War Lord

Determined and hopeful—he sees the Doctor’s escape as an opportunity to reunite with Lady Jennifer, but he is also conflicted about abandoning the resistance. His loyalty to the Doctor overrides his skepticism, driving him to act decisively.

Carstairs helps Jamie and Russell restrain Villar, preventing him from shooting the Doctor. He then asks to join the Doctor in the SIDRAT, seeking to find Lady Jennifer. His actions …

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S6E43 · The War Games Part 9
Doctor’s Forced Departure and Fractured Alliance

Determined and focused, driven by the hope of reuniting with Lady Jennifer. His actions are pragmatic, but there’s an undercurrent of urgency—he recognizes the Doctor’s departure as an opportunity to pursue his own goal, even amid the resistance’s collapse.

Carstairs fights off a surviving guard, then assists Russell in restraining Villar as he threatens the Doctor. He requests to accompany the Doctor to the 1917 Zone to search for …

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Affiliations

British Resistance (Russell's Guerrilla Faction)
member
Guerrilla Resistance Command, Defense, and Alliance Negotiation

Carstairs is a key member of Russell's British Resistance faction, participating in numerous shared events as one of the faction's pragmatic leaders, united in opposition to the War Lords' simulation.

British Military Forces (1917 War Zone Simulation) [Puppet Regime]
member
WWI Western Front Operations and Security Enforcement

Carstairs is part of the British Military Forces (1917 War Zone Simulation), evidenced by numerous shared events and his role as a Lieutenant in the British Sector. He believes he is conducting real WWI operations but is manipulated by the War Games.

Across the Seasons

How this character reads at season scale

Season 6 · anchor

Lieutenant Carstairs leads British resistance fighters drawn from War Lords' simulated battlefields. He allies with the Doctor, Zoe, Jamie, Russell, and Villar to combat brainwashing and invasion. Rejecting control, he coordinates tactics, mediates disputes, and drives takeovers of key facilities. Level-headed and resourceful, he defends companions amid betrayal accusations, prioritizes survival strategies, and seeks lost allies like Lady Jennifer. His discipline balances caution with bold action.