Doctor Who Shocks Fans with Classic Villain’s Return and a Mind-Blowing Twist!

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*Warning: Major spoilers ahead for Doctor Who episode Wish World.*

After such a long wait, I finally witness the comeback of a beloved classic Doctor Who antagonist, only to find myself pleasantly surprised by not one but two returning!

Last week, it was unveiled that the recurring adversary, Mrs. Flood (Anita Dobson), is actually the returning enemy The Rani, which led to the emergence of a two-generational version of the antagonist, portrayed by Archie Panjabi.

Later on, it was confirmed by Doctor Who’s showrunner Russell T Davies that there are actually two characters named Rani, but they collectively make up one third of a trio known as the “Unholy Trinity.” This group also includes the deceitful Conrad Clark, played by Jonah Hauer-King.

In the recent Wish World episode, we learned that Omega is the third character introduced. This name has roots deeply embedded in the lore of Doctor Who dating back to 1973.

Who is Omega in Doctor Who?

In this version, the story unfolds on a Earth-like planet controlled solely by the caprices of Conrad Clark. After capturing the baby deity of Grants, one of the supreme divine beings, the Rani employs its powers, along with Conrad’s twisted creativity and a vast energy network spun from the Doctor’s Vindicator, to mold a “perfect” world that is far from ideal.

In Conrad’s universe, there’s a dark undercurrent that erases anyone who doesn’t align with his beliefs, making them essentially unseen or nonexistent.

In time, even Belinda, who we now refer to as John Smith’s wife (Varada Sethu), along with Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) and Shirley Anne Bingham (Ruth Madeley), start questioning the authenticity of Conrad’s realm. However, this suspicion is precisely what the Rani intended, as Mrs Flood explains: “The doubts aren’t the issue; the doubts are the objective.

The Rani says, “Keep questioning deeply, and eventually, even the smallest doubts may reveal hidden truths about the universe.” And if a Time Lord’s doubt is powerful enough, it can shatter the very foundations of reality.

To put it simply, the Queens designed Wish World with the purpose of its destruction. This deliberate demolition was meant to create a fracture in reality, which would then reveal the Underverse – a hidden realm inhabited by those who are “lost”, notably Omega.

Conrad clarifies, “Omega is the original Time Lord, the founder of their race, and the most formidable one among them all, feared by all others in Time Lord history.

When did Omega appear in Doctor Who?

Omega, a revered figure among Time Lords, is famous for mastering the energy of a star to facilitate time travel, essentially establishing the cornerstone of Time Lord society.

In the course of the experiment, it was assumed that Omega fell into a black hole, where instead of being destroyed, he found himself in an antimatter universe. This experience filled him with bitterness and madness. Convinced he had been abandoned by the Time Lords, he transformed into a tragic antagonist, driven to seek vengeance against them.

In the 1972 series “The Three Doctors,” the character made their debut. This special story featured Jon Pertwee, Patrick Troughton, and William Hartnell. A strange cosmic energy source started causing havoc at UNIT headquarters, sapping power from across the universe.

In a critical situation, the Time Lords bend their own strict regulations to assemble the First, Second, and Third incarnations of themselves, in order to take on the perpetrator they’ve discovered: Omega.

In an alternate universe comprised of antimatter, Omega resides, unable to re-enter our conventional reality. Seeking escape and vengeance, he harnesses the power of a black hole. However, the Doctors devise a clever plan: they present him with a tangible artifact, something impossible in his realm. Intrigued, Omega handles it, leading to the collapse of his antimatter world, resulting in self-destruction.

The character didn’t show up for another full decade, making a comeback in 1983’s Arc of Infinity. In this story, Omega plotted his return to the real world once more. This time, he was aided by a treacherous Time Lord who secretly obtained the Doctor’s biological information from Gallifrey.

In a new form mirroring the Doctor (as portrayed by Peter Davison), Omega arrives on Earth. However, the body he’s stolen starts deteriorating, leading to a dramatic showdown. Ultimately, the Doctor is compelled to employ an antimatter converter to thrust Omega back into his own universe.

It’s uncertain whether the “Underverse” mentioned by the Rani is the same as the antimatter universe where we last found Omega, or if he was moved to another realm following the incidents in Arc of Infinity.

Who plays Omega in Doctor Who?

In “The Three Doctors,” the character Stephen Thorne initially portrayed the enigmatic role of Omega, a significant, masked figure who captivated viewers throughout the series. It was later unveiled that due to his time in the antimatter dimension, Omega’s physical form had been dissolved into nothingness.

In my latest cinematic sojourn, the Arc of Infinity presented a fresh face in its antagonist role, with Ian Collier stepping into the shoes previously filled by Thorne. This time around, the villain underwent a redesign, adding an intriguing twist to the narrative. Moreover, our beloved Doctor, portrayed by Peter Davison, took on a unique challenge as he embodied Omega when assuming his physical form – quite a captivating turn of events!

When Wish World disintegrates and the portal to the Underverse splits apart, a resounding voice echoes: “Let power to Omega persist! Omega must be set free!

In the upcoming season finale “The Reality War,” it remains uncertain who will portray Omega. Since both Stephen Thorne and Ian Collier have sadly passed away, another actor must step in to bring this potent adversary of the Doctor to life once more.

The hit show “Doctor Who” will resume this coming Saturday, 31st May. In the UK, fresh episodes can be streamed from 8am every Saturday on BBC iPlayer, with re-broadcasts happening later on BBC One the same day. For those outside of the UK, you can catch up with the series on Disney+.

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2025-05-24 11:07