Revenge of the Mysterons from Mars 1981

Mysteron murder and replacement

The Mysterons murder an astronomer attached to Spectrum’s Mars survey and replace him with a controllable doppelganger. Captain Scarlet and Captain Blue begin tracking the reconstruction to uncover the sabotage behind the failure to receive Mars probe images. The doppelganger sabotages the mountain observatory, jeopardizing the mission. The observatory is destroyed and the images are lost.

Scarlet and Blue close in on the doppelganger

Scarlet and Blue locate the Mysteron reconstruction and kill it. Their pursuit confirms the presence of Mysteron influence behind the observatory sabotage. The operation occurs in the aftermath of the initial attack.

Observatory destroyed; Mars images lost

The sabotage completes as the mountain observatory is destroyed, and the crucial Martian space probe images are lost. This loss hampers Spectrum’s ability to monitor Mars and demonstrates the Mysterons’ power to disrupt communications. The event heightens the stakes of the ongoing conflict.

Moon neutral status declared

The Lunar Controller declares the Moon a neutral party in Earth's conflict with the Mysterons, reframing its role in the standoff. This decision redirects Spectrum’s attentions toward lunar facilities without Earth’s direct involvement. It sets the stage for operations on the Moon.

Mission to Lunarville 7 begins

Captain Scarlet, Captain Blue, and Lieutenant Green are dispatched to lunar colony Lunarville 7 to investigate reports of an unidentified complex on the Moon’s far side. Their objective is to determine whether the structure is natural or a weaponized installation. The mission emphasizes the Moon’s neutral status and Spectrum’s readiness to act.

Discovery of a Mysteron installation

At Lunarville 7 the team uncovers that the mysterious complex is a Mysteron installation. They gather evidence and prepare to report their findings back to Spectrum. The revelation confirms the Mysterons’ reach beyond Earth.

Return to Spectrum to report findings

Scarlet, Blue, and Green return to Spectrum to relay what they have found on the Moon. The briefing informs Spectrum’s strategy and sets up the next phase of action against the Mysterons. The team briefs their colleagues back on Earth, coordinating the lunar assault plan.

Mission resumes: destroy Mysteron facility on the Moon

On the Moon, the trio returns to destroy the Mysteron facility they identified. They execute a coordinated strike to neutralize the installation. The mission demonstrates Spectrum’s willingness to take direct action against Mysteron assets.

Pulsating crystal power source extracted

During the operation, they extract the pulsating crystal power source powering the Mysteron facility. The crystal is central to the Mysterons’ reconstructive capability and becomes a key asset for Spectrum’s strategy.

Pulsator disables reconstructive capability

With the pulsating crystal secured, Spectrum disables the Mysterons’ reconstructive capability by removing the pulsator’s power. This cripples the facility’s ability to duplicate beings. The action creates an opening for final destruction.

Mysteron facility destroyed by nuclear bomb

The Mysteron facility is permanently destroyed with a nuclear bomb after the pulsating crystal power is extracted and its function disabled. The Moon becomes a temporary focal point of the conflict as Spectrum achieves its objective. The dramatic disposal underscores Spectrum’s capability to neutralize Mysteron assets.

Dr Kurnitz discovers crystal pulsator’s potential

Back on Earth, Dr. Kurnitz discovers that the crystal pulsator can be adapted to enable direct communication with the Mysterons. This breakthrough opens a channel for negotiation rather than mere confrontation. The discovery shifts Spectrum’s approach toward seeking to end hostilities.

Colonel White transmits to Mars

Transmitting to Mars, Spectrum commander-in-chief Colonel White requests an end to hostilities between humanity and the Mysterons. The message signals a move from warfare toward diplomacy. The attempt to reach peace reframes the ongoing conflict.

End to hostilities requested

The request to end hostilities marks a turning point, signaling Spectrum’s preference for negotiation and peace talks over continued fighting. The move establishes a pathway toward diplomacy rather than immediate retaliation. It signals a potential resolution without detailing the terms.