The "pig humans" in Dr Who are known as Pig Slaves, creatures created and utilized by the Daleks in the episode "Daleks in Manhattan."
Who Are the Pig Slaves?
The Pig Slaves are grotesque, half-human, half-pig creatures featured in the Doctor Who episode "Daleks in Manhattan" (2007). These beings serve as forced laborers and enforcers for an order of Daleks known as the Cult of Skaro.
Their Origins and Purpose
Set in New York City in 1930, during the Great Depression, the Daleks of the Cult of Skaro established a base within the sewers and the Empire State Building. Their nefarious goal was to conduct experiments aimed at rebuilding the Dalek race.
To achieve this, they relied on the Pig Slaves for several key tasks:
- Kidnapping: The primary function of the Pig Slaves was to abduct homeless humans from the city streets. These unfortunate individuals were then brought back to the Daleks' hidden laboratories.
- Forced Labor: Beyond kidnapping, the Pig Slaves were also used for various manual tasks within the Dalek operations, acting as a subservient workforce.
- Genetic Experimentation: The humans they captured were destined to be the subjects of the Daleks' twisted genetic experiments, particularly in the creation of a "Human-Dalek" hybrid, as the Daleks sought to evolve and survive.
Key Details of the Pig Slaves:
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Bipedal, but with pronounced porcine features, including snouts and trotters, often wearing tattered clothing. |
| Origin | Created through genetic manipulation by the Daleks, combining human and pig DNA. |
| Allegiance | Enslaved and controlled by the Dalek Cult of Skaro. |
| Episode | "Daleks in Manhattan" (Part 1 of a two-part story, followed by "Evolution of the Daleks"). |
| Setting | New York City, 1930. |
These creatures represent one of the many horrifying outcomes of the Daleks' relentless pursuit of dominance and genetic purity, showcasing their willingness to corrupt other lifeforms for their own ends.
