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: Filming took place during a record-breaking British heatwave in 1976. Temperatures on set reached up to 120°F (49°C), and actors Martin Landau and Nick Tate had to perform in heavy spacesuits while the studio's air conditioning failed.

: This episode was filmed concurrently with "Catacombs of the Moon," which is why Tony Anholt (Tony Verdeschi) does not appear in this installment, though he is mentioned briefly in the epilogue. Spazio_1999_02x12

In this episode, Moonbase Alpha is threatened by a series of massive shockwaves originating from a nearby planet. Commander John Koenig, Alan Carter, and Maya travel to the planet to investigate and find a way to stop the destructive energy. They discover a civilization consisting of advanced, chlorine-breathing beings currently in a state of metamorphosis within protective cocoons—the " AB Chrysalis ". : Filming took place during a record-breaking British

The Alphans must navigate the planet's lethal atmosphere and communicate with the automated guardians of the chrysalises to prevent the next shockwave from destroying the Moon. The episode is notable for its exploration of communication with non-humanoid, highly alien life forms and the tension of a ticking-clock scenario. Production Facts In this episode, Moonbase Alpha is threatened by