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The [[Cyberman|Cybermen]] of our [[universe]], the '''Mondasian Cybermen''' had their origins on the planet [[Mondas]] in contrast to the [[Cybus Cybermen|Cybermen]] of an [[Pete's World|alternative timeline]]. | The [[Cyberman|Cybermen]] of our [[universe]], the '''Mondasian Cybermen''' had their origins on the planet [[Mondas]] in contrast to the [[Cybus Cybermen|Cybermen]] of an [[Pete's World|alternative timeline]]. | ||
=Characteristics= | ==Characteristics== | ||
==Physical characteristics== | ===Physical characteristics=== | ||
[[Image:649px-Newcyberman.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Two Cybermen ([[DW]]: ''[[Attack of the Cybermen]]'')]] | [[Image:649px-Newcyberman.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Two Cybermen ([[DW]]: ''[[Attack of the Cybermen]]'')]] | ||
The Cybermen were, for the most [[humanoid]] in form, but [[cybernetic]]ally augmented. | The Cybermen were, for the most [[humanoid]] in form, but [[cybernetic]]ally augmented. | ||
===Evolution=== | ====Evolution==== | ||
:''It seems that the evolution of the Mondasian Cybermen has no proceeded in a linear fashion or in the same way in the same places.'' | :''It seems that the evolution of the Mondasian Cybermen has no proceeded in a linear fashion or in the same way in the same places.'' | ||
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Some consistency appear between different kind of Cyberman. Nearly all are silver in colour, with exposed circuitry and tubing which may contain hydraulic fluids for motion covering a rubber or mylar like outer skin. Cybermen frequently attempt to increase their numbers by [[cyber-conversion]]. | Some consistency appear between different kind of Cyberman. Nearly all are silver in colour, with exposed circuitry and tubing which may contain hydraulic fluids for motion covering a rubber or mylar like outer skin. Cybermen frequently attempt to increase their numbers by [[cyber-conversion]]. | ||
===Appearance=== | ====Appearance==== | ||
The Snowcap Cybermen had a quavery voice which pu''t'' certain ''in''flec''tion'' on certain syllables in a seemingly random, sing-song manner. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Tenth Planet]]'') Later Cybermen spoke in more of a monotone, emphasizing their lack of emotion. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Moonbase]]'' onwards) | The Snowcap Cybermen had a quavery voice which pu''t'' certain ''in''flec''tion'' on certain syllables in a seemingly random, sing-song manner. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Tenth Planet]]'') Later Cybermen spoke in more of a monotone, emphasizing their lack of emotion. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Moonbase]]'' onwards) | ||
===Vulnerabilities=== | ====Vulnerabilities==== | ||
Cybermen have a number of major weaknesses, of which the most notable is the element [[gold]]. | Cybermen have a number of major weaknesses, of which the most notable is the element [[gold]]. | ||
Gold, having a non-corrossive nature, chokes their respiratory systems, a propety exploited by the [[glittergun]], a weapon used during the [[Cyber-Wars]].([[DW]]: ''[[Revenge of the Cybermen]]''. ''[[Earthshock]]'', ''[[Silver Nemesis]]'') | Gold, having a non-corrossive nature, chokes their respiratory systems, a propety exploited by the [[glittergun]], a weapon used during the [[Cyber-Wars]].([[DW]]: ''[[Revenge of the Cybermen]]''. ''[[Earthshock]]'', ''[[Silver Nemesis]]'') | ||
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Cybermen in positions of authority have included the ground level [[Cyber-Leader]], sometimes assisted by a [[Cyber-Lieutenant]]. Others have the mobile, [[computer]]-like [[Cyber-Planner]] ([[DW]]: ''[[The Wheel in Space]]'', ''[[The Invasion]]''). The [[Cyber-Controller]]s, with an enlarged cranium, had, possibly, the position of highest possible authority. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Tomb of the Cybermen]]'', ''[[Attack of the Cybermen]]'') | Cybermen in positions of authority have included the ground level [[Cyber-Leader]], sometimes assisted by a [[Cyber-Lieutenant]]. Others have the mobile, [[computer]]-like [[Cyber-Planner]] ([[DW]]: ''[[The Wheel in Space]]'', ''[[The Invasion]]''). The [[Cyber-Controller]]s, with an enlarged cranium, had, possibly, the position of highest possible authority. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Tomb of the Cybermen]]'', ''[[Attack of the Cybermen]]'') | ||
=History= | ==History== | ||
===Origin of the Cybermen=== | ===Origin of the Cybermen=== | ||
Cybermen were originally a wholly organic species of [[Near-Human]]s originating on [[Earth]]'s former [[twin planet]], Mondas. which was knocked out of solar orbit and drifted into deep [[space]]. The natives began to implant more and more [[cybernetic]] parts into their bodies. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Tenth Planet]]'', [[BFA]]: ''[[Spare Parts]]''). | Cybermen were originally a wholly organic species of [[Near-Human]]s originating on [[Earth]]'s former [[twin planet]], Mondas. which was knocked out of solar orbit and drifted into deep [[space]]. The natives began to implant more and more [[cybernetic]] parts into their bodies. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Tenth Planet]]'', [[BFA]]: ''[[Spare Parts]]''). | ||
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In the [[December]] 1986, [[First Doctor|the Doctor]] met an advance force of Cybermen that landed near [[Snowcap Base]] in [[Antartica]]. This advance force was to prepare for the return of Mondas to the [[Sol system]] and the drain Earth's energy for the use of the Cybermen. Mondas absorbed too much energy and was destroyed, as were the Cybermen on Earth who depended on Mondas for power. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Tenth Planet]]'') | In the [[December]] 1986, [[First Doctor|the Doctor]] met an advance force of Cybermen that landed near [[Snowcap Base]] in [[Antartica]]. This advance force was to prepare for the return of Mondas to the [[Sol system]] and the drain Earth's energy for the use of the Cybermen. Mondas absorbed too much energy and was destroyed, as were the Cybermen on Earth who depended on Mondas for power. ([[DW]]: ''[[The Tenth Planet]]'') | ||
In | In [[November]] [[1988]] a fleet of Cyber warships was assembled to turn Earth into New Mondas now that their homeworld had been destroyed. A scouting party was sent to Earth in search of a statue made of [[validium]] and part of [[Nemesis]] a [[Time Lord]] weapon. ([[DW]]: ''[[Silver Nemesis (TV story)|Silver Nemesis]]''). | ||
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''According to its label, it was recovered from the [[London]] sewers in [[1975]], though its design seems subtly anachronistic for its era and more typical of the designs seen in the post-Cyber Wars era.'' | ''According to its label, it was recovered from the [[London]] sewers in [[1975]], though its design seems subtly anachronistic for its era and more typical of the designs seen in the post-Cyber Wars era.'' | ||
=Mysteries and discrepancies= | ==Mysteries and discrepancies== | ||
*Several different accounts exist of the origins of the Cybermen which contradict each other in minor or in some cases, major, ways. | *Several different accounts exist of the origins of the Cybermen which contradict each other in minor or in some cases, major, ways. | ||
*The degree to which Cybermen do or do not retain emotions also differs. | *The degree to which Cybermen do or do not retain emotions also differs. | ||
