[s9e7] The Curse Of: Peladon 3

This story is famous for subverting audience expectations by presenting the usually villainous Ice Warriors as a peaceful, lawful delegation. Doctor Who #312: The Curse of Peladon Part 3

King Peladon, smitten with Jo Grant , asks her to marry him as a way to bridge their cultures and avoid diplomatic fallout, though Jo remains focused on saving the Doctor. [S9E7] The Curse of Peladon 3

While the Doctor defeats Grun (but refuses to kill him), the true villainy surfaces from the sidelines. Arcturus attempts to assassinate the Doctor with a hidden blaster, but the Ice Warrior bodyguard Ssorg fires first, killing Arcturus to preserve Federation law. 🌟 Notable Trivia This story is famous for subverting audience expectations