Dark Times
- Not to be confused with the The Dark Time; a period in the history of Gallifrey.
The Dark Times was one of the earliest aeons in the history of the Universe.
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Overview
The Racnoss flourished during this time before their defeat by the Fledgeling Empires. (DW: The Runaway Bride) The Carrionites (another ancient species) raged a war with the Hervoken. (TDA: Forever Autumn) During this time period, the legendary spaceship Infinite was created. (DW: The Infinite Quest)
Chronological placement
When the Dark Times actually occurred is not known. The Doctor implied that the Dark Times ended with the destruction of the Racnoss, which occurred 4.5 million years ago. (DW: The Runaway Bride) The on the other hand, the war between the Hervoken and the Carrionites was said to occur a mere million years ago. (DW: Forever Autumn).