The Fifth Horseman
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Theta, Mind-Master from an extra-galactic planet, was in situ, as secure within the confines of the beehive he had selected as were the countless millions of other minds on the planet, each ensconced within a skull of bone.The occupation of an earthly headquarters, a seemingly insignificant event at this moment, was the first move in a programme of extreme complexity. All that was to follow would be in stark contrast. The range of activities planned by this invader and his distant peers would ultimately place all civilisation in peril of extinction.The Fifth Horseman is produced by Fourth Wheel Productions.
The Fifth Horseman
Episode Two - Rico's Punishment
Whilst this bar‑room pantomime had been taking its course the news-flash mentioned recently by the doctor was indeed being transmitted world-wide. On reaching his room Rico switched on the small TV set and picked up the horror story midway through...
NEWSREADER: “Panic is seizing the city after simultaneous strikes at several points in the subway system. Victims of what is thought to be a new strain of Ebola virus are already numbered in the thousands. It is being suggested the entire city of Tokyo may have to be isolated and placed in quarantine. A government spokesman has described the outrage as the work of a terrorist group and police special units are reacting swiftly. So far no organisation has claimed responsibility for the attack. Viewers will be kept informed as further news comes in…”
Cast
Doctor:Cameron Etchells
Henry Macidle:Roger McGrath
Newsreader:Isabelle McGrath
Rico Muddins:Mitch McDonnell
Professor Solomon Stinger:Hannah Etchells
Theta:Acrobat Reader ("Daniel")
Valerie Butler:Helen Peerless
Julia:Annie Taylor
Spyke Tudor: Daniel McGrath
First Academic:Janie McGrath
Second Academic:Isabelle McGrath
Third Academic:Fiona McVey
Narrator: Tim McGrath