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 "Shada" is a six-part "Doctor Who" serial from the 17th season, 
 written by Douglas Adams. Though it was never fully completed 
 due to a strike at the BBC, it has been reconstructed 
 and released in various forms over the years. 
  
 Overview of "Shada" 
  
 Part 1 
  
 The Doctor and Romana are called to Cambridge 
 by the Doctor's old friend, Professor Chronotis, 
 a retired Time Lord. Chronotis has accidentally 
 brought a dangerous book, "The Worshipful and Ancient Law of Gallifrey," 
 to Earth. 
  
 Part 2 
  
 The book is sought by the villainous Skagra, 
 who wants to use its knowledge to access Shada, 
 the Time Lord prison planet, to unleash a powerful prisoner, Salyavin. 
  
 Part 3 
  
 The Doctor, Romana, and Chronotis attempt to retrieve the book from 
 Skagra, who uses his sphere to extract knowledge from others. 
  
 Part 4 
  
 Skagra reveals his plan to unite all minds into one, making 
 himself the supreme being. The Doctor and Romana are captured 
 but manage to escape. 
  
 Part 5 
  
 The Doctor and Romana travel to Skagra's spaceship 
 and discover more about his plan and his connection to Shada. 
 They try to stop him before he can reach the prison planet. 
  
 Part 6 
  
 A climactic showdown on Shada ensues, where the Doctor confronts Skagra 
 and prevents him from releasing Salyavin. The Time Lords' secrets 
 are protected, and Skagra's plan is foiled. 
  
 Rating 
  
 Overall Rating: 8/10 
  
 "Shada" stands out for several reasons: 
  
     Writing: Douglas Adams' script is witty, inventive, 
  and full of clever dialogue, embodying his unique style. 
   
     Characters: The interactions between the Doctor, Romana, 
  and Chronotis are delightful, and Skagra is a memorable villain. 
   
     Concept: The idea of Shada, the Time Lord prison, is intriguing 
  and adds depth to the Time Lord lore. 
   
     Production: While the incomplete nature of the original production 
  impacts its flow, the various reconstructions 
  (animated versions, audio dramas) help to fill in the gaps, 
  maintaining the story's integrity. 
  
 Overall, "Shada" is a fascinating "Doctor Who" serial with 
 a rich narrative and strong character moments, making it 
 a must-watch for fans despite its troubled production history. 
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