Object
Master's Plasma Sidearm
A compact energy weapon used for precision coercion in close-quarters confrontations, distinct from the Master's gloved hand.
4 appearances
Purpose
Precision energy discharge weapon engineered for close-quarters combat, serving as both a tool of coercion and lethal intervention in confined spaces.
Significance
The weapon's accidental discharge fundamentally alters the confrontation's outcome, knocking the Doctor unconscious and sabotaging his hypnosound gambit. This turns the tide in the Master's favor, forcing Jo to prioritize rescue over their escape attempt and ultimately allowing the Master to maintain dominance in their struggle.
Appearances in the Narrative
When this object appears and how it's used