Yes, that is right: I, the glorious Davros, am back, ready to do good in the third and final volume of Big Finish’s audio set, Dalek Universe. Although I hear some idiotic species like the human race call my good “bad”. Shows what you know.

Released in October 2021, my own appearance will be credited under the name “Terry Molloy”, a pseudonym I have often gone under. This trio of epic full-cast audio dramas takes the Tenth Doctor (David Tennant) and Anya Kingdom (Jane Slavin) further into adventure and intrigue, as they encounter old friends and enemies including Dr River Song (Alex Kingston) – but neither Song or I, the wonderful Davros, are quite as the Doctor remembers us.

Here’s the synopsis:

Lost in a universe before the Time War, the Doctor is still struggling to find a way back home… but has only found himself in the middle of another war. A very familiar war, involving his oldest enemies – and their malevolent creator. 

However he’s not alone – as there are old friends here too. At least he thinks they’re old friends… but when the stakes are as high as this, can he really be sure who to trust? What side are they truly on? 

The First Son by Lizzie Hopley 

The Doctor’s attempts to return home have led him to the middle of a war zone… and a familiar voice. 

The travellers have arrived on a planet made up of crashed space-ships where they encounter River Song… Or do they? Because she’s dressed as a Movellan and claims to be a member of that robot race. Is she undercover, a duplicate, or something more sinister? 

And more importantly… who is her son? 

The Dalek Defence by Matt Fitton 

The Doctor and Anya are trapped between battling Dalek and Movellan forces and only the intervention of Earth can get them out of trouble. 

But the humans have troubles too – and a very familiar prisoner. Davros. 

Stuck in a universe before the Time War, the Doctor is bound by the rules of his own past… Can he keep everyone alive without changing history? And would he even want to? 

The Triumph of Davros by Matt Fitton 

Returning to a familiar planet, with Movellan and Dalek warships floating in the sky above, the stakes for the time-travellers are higher than ever. 

The mistakes of the Doctor’s past are coming back to haunt him. Alliances are made and broken. And the course of the war is about to turn. 

The Doctor can’t stop what’s coming. But maybe, just maybe… he may be able to save his friends. 

THAT’S RIGHT. MY TRIUMPH. DETONATE THE EGOMANIA BOMB.

Joining the previously announced Noma Dumezweni and Joseph Millson in this box set are Ajjaz Awad as security personnel Jeska, Matthew Jacobs-Morgan as human-Morvellan hybrid Kamen Ves, Paul Panting as chief medic Karl Lamb, and Nicholas Briggs as my excellent Daleks.

Producer David Richardson said:

“It’s the big finale! Daleks, Davros, Movellans, River Song… and some Earth-shattering revelations that might just whip the rug from beneath your feet. The journey through the Dalek Universe leads to this point, and it’s the deadliest of destinations…” 

You can also now order all three volumes of Dalek Universe, which are available in three formats – collector’s edition CD, digital download or limited edition gatefold triple LP vinyl – exclusively from Big Finish, from just £19.99. Each of the three volumes in Dalek Universe are released as a four-disc collector’s edition box set or download containing three brand-new full cast audio adventures, plus a selection of behind-the-scenes extras.

It’s advised you get on board as soon as you can; such a sublime release, detailing my utter triumph over everything in time and space, will surely sell out in super quick time.

I am Davros, Dark Lord of Skaro, and I have been tempted here to your miserable corner of the web as a new venture for the glorious Dalek empire, in order to indoctrinate you all to the cause, and as part of my community service. I am here to lend advice. And as I created the superior beings in the universe, and so by extension am even more superior, you should all take my advice without question.
Now let’s start with the first batch of your pitiful problems.
Mr Episilon-Sigma-Arbuthnot writes: Dear Davros. I have been fixated, some would no doubt say obsessed, with the girl of my dreams since the age of 15. We met at school after she kicked a football into my face. Once the swelling went down, it was love at first sight. Several years of casual flirting and ball-kicking eventually led to three blissful years of romance. However, she has recently fallen out of love with me and moved onto another man. I am, of course, inconsolable. How do I win back my first love?
I feel for you. Everyone has experienced such pain. But you must learn to utilise this pain.
I remember my first love. She was gloriously hideous, and the perfect supplement to my own hatred of other peoples. We used to trundle through the muddy fields of Skaro, dreaming of the wondrous ways in which to execute the Thals en masse. We even ventured into the Thal camps once, and that was when everything changed.
She wandered from me and into the grip of a typically disgusting blonde-hair-blue-eyes-muscles-galore Thal. I was betrayed. It did, however, teach me a very important lesson.
If you really love someone, you must let them go/use them for scientific experimentation. Good luck with your endeavours.
Ms. Annabel Nomad writes: Dear Davros. My boyfriend has been pressuring me for some time, and such talk, I know, only leads in one direction. I am worried, though, as it will be my first time. I was just wondering what advice you could possibly give me?
Please do not be worried. Your first time is something magical. I remember the first time I exterminated an enemy like it were yesterday, and it’s something I hope you and your boyfriend have as much fun experiencing as I did.
You’ll be shaky and nervous, of course, but there’s plenty to relish in. You have two options: get it over with quickly or savour the moment. I find efficiency is key in the long-term, but your first time should be special. Take it slow and take pleasure in the screams of torture your bounty will no doubt give off should you undertake this task properly. I also advise a nice bit of music. Danse Macabre should set the scene beautifully, or possibly something by Fleetwood Mac.
And afterwards, please have some respect for the environment: It is forbidden to dump bodies in the river.
Mr Q.E. Tu writes: Dear Davros. I have just killed someone for the first time, and fear I shall do so again. Please help.
My agent will be only too happy to negotiate fees for my personal assistance in exterminations. I think you’ll find my rates are particularly agreeable. Note that I offer reduced rates for multiple killings. Alternatively, if they are Thals or Time Lords – especially the one they call “The Doctor” – I’ll assist in exchange for a lovely slice of Victoria Sponge cake.
On the advice of our lawyers, we must distance the Doctor Who Companion and its writers from the actions and recommendations of Davros. We take no responsibility for whatever actions you take as a result of his replies.
Davros will be back soon to offer his thoughts on Earthling issues. If you have any problems, keep them to yourself. Alternatively, share them and we’ll select a few for Davros to answer in a future edition.