Category Archives: Mummy on the Orient Express

“There were many trains to take the name Orient Express, but only one in space.”

‘Mummy on the Orient Express’ takes place at an unspecified time period. The impression given is that it is sometime in Earth’s future but the passengers need not be human. ‘Voyage of the Damned’ establishes that there is a race … Continue reading

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“Can I talk about the planets now?”

During what is supposed to be their last adventure in ‘Mummy on the Orient Express the Doctor mentions various alien worlds. Clara isn’t very interested but they could serve as inspiration for your own adventures. Magellan black hole The Orient … Continue reading

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“What’s the most interesting thing about the Foretold?”

The central threat in ‘Mummy on the Orient Express’ is the Foretold. This supposedly mythical being can only be seen by victims. Once it appears the victim has 66 seconds before the mummy-like being touches them, killing them instantly. Ultimately … Continue reading

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“Did a wizard put a curse on you about mini-breaks?”

‘Mummy on the Orient Express’, written by Jamie Mathieson, is a classic pulp horror story in the vein of ‘The Pyramids of Mars’ and ‘Horror of Fang Rock’. The Doctor takes Clara to a space train for their final adventure … Continue reading

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