Ep 10. The Stones of Blood: Part 2
- November 4, 1978
- 23 min
In Classic Doctor Who season 16 episode 10, titled "The Stones of Blood: Part 2," the Doctor and Romana continue their quest to find the third piece of the key to time. They end up at an ancient stone circle in Boscombe Moor, Cornwall, where they stumble upon the sinister secret of the Stones of Blood.
The Doctor and Romana find themselves caught in the middle of a deadly conflict between two powerful alien races, the Ogri and the Cailleach. The Ogri are a sentient plant species that feed on all types of energy, while the Cailleach are a group of immortal witches who worship the stones and see them as a source of their power. The Doctor and Romana must navigate through the ancient rituals and traditions of the Cailleach to uncover the truth behind the Stones of Blood.
As the episode progresses, the Doctor and Romana begin to unravel the dark history of the stones and their connection to the Cailleach. They discover that the stones are responsible for the disappearance of several local villagers and that the Cailleach have been sacrificing them to the stones to maintain their immortality and power. The Doctor and Romana are then captured by the Cailleach, who plan to use them as sacrifices to the stones.
In true Doctor Who fashion, the Doctor and Romana plot their escape and ultimately save the day. In the end, they successfully retrieve the third piece of the key to time from within the Cailleach's fortress and continue on their quest. The episode ends with a cliffhanger that sets up the next installment of their thrilling adventures.
Overall, "The Stones of Blood: Part 2" is a classic Doctor Who episode that features all the hallmarks of the iconic series. With its blend of science fiction, horror, and adventure, this episode is an entertaining and exciting addition to any fan's collection.