Genes

Genes is the second episode in series 1.5 staring the ninth doctor.It is notable as it is the only episode in the series which does not feature the Celestial intervention agency agent known as Hotline.The episode takes place in a fictional country estate somewhere in the Yorkshire dales.

Synopsis
Before the opening credits we see a shot tracking a large metal cylinder speeding towards earth,a subtitle informs us "earth 1463".The cylinder continues its fall and heads towards England.we cut to a man who looks a bit like an upbeat tramp winding his way through the English countryside in a horse and cart,from the mound of objects such as pots and tools hanging off it we get the impression that he is a travelling man.His bland cart is stuffed to the brim with obscure potions and herbs,as he rides along he rehearses a showman's speech to himself as he fills a bottle with water and berry juice.His patter is something along the lines of "and so you see ladies and gentlemen Jimmy Potter's patented ointments will cure any and all ailments step right up step right up!.As he speaks we cut back to the cylinder hurtling towards him.He is shocked as the horse is spooked and the cylinder lands in  a nearby ditch,he runs over to examine it and as his hands open a flap on it to see what might be inside the opening credits start.