WEBVTT 00:00.000 --> 00:02.000 The Planet Man! 00:14.000 --> 00:18.000 The Planet Man! 00:18.000 --> 00:22.000 The Planet Man! 00:26.000 --> 00:30.000 This is the fascinating story of Dantro, the Planet Man. 00:30.000 --> 00:33.000 Troubleshooter for the League of Planets Organization. 00:33.000 --> 00:37.000 The law enforcement body for peace and justice in the celestial world. 00:37.000 --> 00:44.000 Whose headquarters and center of operations are situated on the capital of all the planets, Planaria Rex. 00:44.000 --> 00:54.000 From Mercury to Pluto, wherever danger threatens the universe, you will find Dantro, the Planet Man, fighting for fair play. 00:57.000 --> 01:00.000 In a moment, The Planet Man. 01:00.000 --> 01:03.000 Planet Man and Slats 01:11.000 --> 01:17.000 You will recall that Planet Man and Slats, trapped on the hot planet Torino, were confronted with a deadlock. 01:17.000 --> 01:21.000 Clee, ruler of Torino, had the Alpha powerless and a de-energizing beam. 01:21.000 --> 01:27.000 But before they left the ship, Planet Man had set the circuits so the ship would explode and destroy the entire planet. 01:27.000 --> 01:30.000 If he and Slats went out back on board in six hours... 01:31.000 --> 01:35.000 Oh brother, these termites certainly changed their tune when they found out what you'd done to the Alpha. 01:35.000 --> 01:37.000 Teridians, not termites, Slats. 01:37.000 --> 01:39.000 Well, as far as I'm concerned, they're termites. 01:40.000 --> 01:41.000 Are you coming out? 01:42.000 --> 01:45.000 I thought you were in such a hurry... to see Clee. 01:45.000 --> 01:48.000 We're coming out, and we just checked our respirators. 01:48.000 --> 01:53.000 It may be safer in these space suits, but it was a lot more comfortable in that special compartment. 01:53.000 --> 01:55.000 We can't have it both ways, Slats. 01:55.000 --> 01:59.000 Come along. Come along. Clee is waiting. 01:59.000 --> 02:02.000 So what? Let him wait. We were waiting for him for three hours. 02:02.000 --> 02:06.000 But if the ship is meant to blow up, there isn't much time. 02:06.000 --> 02:18.000 Time enough if you try any tricks. Either way, then. 02:24.000 --> 02:31.000 What is this then tells me? That you threaten to destroy this planet if we do not return you to your ship? 02:31.000 --> 02:34.000 That's about it, Clee. But it isn't a threat, it's a promise. 02:34.000 --> 02:37.000 You have just one and a half hours now. 02:37.000 --> 02:41.000 Do you really think you're in a position to make threats? 02:41.000 --> 02:44.000 If you didn't think so, we'd still be stewing back in those rooms. 02:44.000 --> 02:48.000 You're a very clever planet man. But what have you gained? 02:48.000 --> 02:52.000 Even though you get back to your ship, it won't solve your problem. 02:52.000 --> 02:54.000 Perhaps not, but it won't help you any. 02:54.000 --> 02:58.000 Suppose we stop playing games and get down to cases. What's this all about? 02:58.000 --> 03:01.000 Now you're really showing some sense. 03:01.000 --> 03:06.000 There is a way, a simple way for you two to continue on. 03:06.000 --> 03:09.000 Yeah, I'll bet some simple little thing like murder. 03:09.000 --> 03:16.000 It is lucky for you, Earthman, that I have a use for you. Or you would pay dearly for your insolence. 03:16.000 --> 03:18.000 Let's stay on the subject, Clee. What do you want? 03:18.000 --> 03:27.000 Your help in a little local matter. With the weapons and knowledge you have, and that ship, it would take only a few moments. 03:27.000 --> 03:29.000 And then you could be on your way. 03:29.000 --> 03:31.000 What do you mean, a local matter? 03:31.000 --> 03:39.000 Unfortunately, despite sense and enthusiasm, I am not quite in complete control of this planet. 03:39.000 --> 03:48.000 One small segment has succeeded in resisting. I could overcome them eventually myself, but it would take time and trouble. 03:48.000 --> 03:51.000 With your help, it will be over like that. 03:51.000 --> 03:53.000 The pocket edition of Mars? 03:53.000 --> 03:54.000 Watch that. 03:54.000 --> 03:58.000 Nothing, Clee. Tell me, suppose we refuse. What then? 03:58.000 --> 04:04.000 Then your ship will stay right where it is, and you will never be able to help your people. 04:04.000 --> 04:06.000 What's that way, is it? 04:06.000 --> 04:09.000 We must have time to think about this. Have Xen take us back to the ship. 04:09.000 --> 04:14.000 I had hoped you would remain here in the special quarters we prepared for you. 04:14.000 --> 04:20.000 What's the matter? Aren't they comfortable enough? Is there something else you wish? 04:20.000 --> 04:23.000 You know we must return to the ship and change the setting on the emergency circuit. 04:23.000 --> 04:30.000 But then, why not return here? Surely your quarters on board ship must be cramped. 04:30.000 --> 04:31.000 Yeah, but they're private. 04:31.000 --> 04:32.000 What do you mean by that? 04:32.000 --> 04:36.000 You know what I mean. You had a mic planted in that room, you listened to everything we said. 04:36.000 --> 04:43.000 That's enough. Xen, have that Earthman removed permanently and do it slowly. 04:43.000 --> 04:51.000 I want him to have time to realize the mistake he made in insulting Clee of Torino. 04:51.000 --> 04:54.000 Yes, Clee. Guards, come here. 04:54.000 --> 04:58.000 Hold it! Hold it! 04:58.000 --> 05:04.000 I'm in it, Clee. Stop those men if you value your life and the life of your planet. 05:04.000 --> 05:11.000 Don't be a fool, Planet Man. You will be allowed to return to your ship. Why risk your life? 05:11.000 --> 05:15.000 If you die too, what will happen to your people? 05:15.000 --> 05:19.000 There's nothing to discuss, Clee. If Flash dies, this planet dies with him. 05:19.000 --> 05:24.000 The circuit on that ship is set to go off in the neuronic pattern. If either Slat tour or myself, she's a swaminy. 05:24.000 --> 05:27.000 Xen, Xen, stop! 05:27.000 --> 05:30.000 That was close. Thanks, Datto. 05:30.000 --> 05:33.000 Alright, Slat. Come on, we'll go back to the ship. 05:33.000 --> 05:34.000 I'll go with you. 05:34.000 --> 05:39.000 Never mind, we'll find our way. Just authorize us to use your vapors. 05:39.000 --> 05:48.000 Let them go, Xen. But remember, Planet Man, I'm waiting for your answer. And I won't wait too long. 05:48.000 --> 05:51.000 Don't worry, you'll get your answer soon enough. Let's go, Slat. 05:57.000 --> 06:00.000 Hey, this little vapor buggy goes right along. 06:00.000 --> 06:05.000 Say, Datto, you aren't really thinking of helping that Clearia I mean towards that deal he offered. 06:05.000 --> 06:10.000 I don't want to, Slat. You know that. But I can't forget how much Judge Augustus and the League are counting on us. 06:10.000 --> 06:18.000 I just don't know what to do. 06:18.000 --> 06:24.000 Dantro and Slat are really in a dilemma. What will they do about Clea's proposal? 06:24.000 --> 06:42.000 We'll be back in a moment. So, level off. 06:42.000 --> 06:47.000 When we left Dantro and Slat, they had just left Clea to return to their helpless ship, the Alpha. 06:47.000 --> 06:52.000 Clea offered to release them if they helped him destroy his enemies on the planet Toreno. 06:52.000 --> 06:56.000 We find our friends as they arrive at the Alpha's landing area. 06:56.000 --> 06:58.000 Hello, Barrow, has anyone been near the ship? 06:58.000 --> 07:03.000 Several of the natives approached, but they did not attempt to enter. 07:03.000 --> 07:08.000 They did not realize what I was and talked quite freely. 07:08.000 --> 07:13.000 They had been warned by Xen who told them not to tamper with the ship. 07:13.000 --> 07:15.000 They seemed quite angry. 07:15.000 --> 07:16.000 Yeah, I bet they were. 07:16.000 --> 07:24.000 Let's get aboard. 07:24.000 --> 07:26.000 Well, certainly good to be back aboard the Alpha. 07:26.000 --> 07:29.000 Yes, it is. It's the closest thing we'll have to home for a while. 07:29.000 --> 07:33.000 We can only take off and leave Clea and his whole ugly smoky planet behind. 07:33.000 --> 07:35.000 I, too, would be glad to bid good-bye to Toreno. 07:35.000 --> 07:38.000 Why don't you give the controls a try? Go on, try them. 07:38.000 --> 07:41.000 All right, Flats, we've got nothing to lose. 07:41.000 --> 07:46.000 Here goes. 07:46.000 --> 07:47.000 No good, eh? 07:47.000 --> 07:49.000 I'm afraid not. 07:49.000 --> 07:51.000 Then I really didn't expect anything to happen. 07:51.000 --> 07:53.000 Clea isn't going to let us off that easily. 07:53.000 --> 07:55.000 Maybe Barrow has some idea. 07:55.000 --> 07:58.000 How about it, Barrow, can you think of an angle to get us off this hook? 07:58.000 --> 08:04.000 I am afraid not, Flats. I fear you overestimate my abilities. 08:04.000 --> 08:12.000 I am only a machine built to perform certain functions and exploratory devices. 08:12.000 --> 08:14.000 Yeah, but you certainly seem to be able to think. 08:14.000 --> 08:21.000 True, I can reason within limits. Just a moment, I sense the approach of a being. 08:21.000 --> 08:24.000 Take a look at the observation, Forrest, Flats. You see anything? 08:24.000 --> 08:26.000 Yeah, it's another one of those octopus guys. 08:26.000 --> 08:27.000 Shall I go outside? 08:27.000 --> 08:28.000 What for? 08:28.000 --> 08:33.000 He may wish to communicate with you, and I can transcode. 08:33.000 --> 08:36.000 Don't let him waste. There's nothing more we have to say to him, is there, Danto? 08:36.000 --> 08:39.000 Not really, but perhaps Barrow had better go. It can do any harm. 08:39.000 --> 08:51.000 At once, planet man. 08:51.000 --> 08:54.000 This individual has a message for you. 08:54.000 --> 08:57.000 What is it? Is he from Clea? 08:57.000 --> 09:00.000 No, he comes from an enemy of Clea's. 09:00.000 --> 09:04.000 Well, he must be from that part of the planet that Clea hasn't conquered yet. Maybe he's come to help us. 09:04.000 --> 09:05.000 Has he come to offer us help, Barrow? 09:05.000 --> 09:09.000 No, he comes to ask your help against Clea. 09:09.000 --> 09:12.000 That's fine, isn't it? Everybody wants us to get into the act. 09:12.000 --> 09:16.000 Ask him if he knows how we can get out of the de-energizing field that Clea has turned on the ship. 09:16.000 --> 09:24.000 I already have. He says no. His leaders sent him to enlist your aid. They heard about the ship. 09:24.000 --> 09:25.000 Tell him we're trapped here. 09:25.000 --> 09:29.000 He wants to know if you are going to help Clea. 09:29.000 --> 09:31.000 What can I tell him, Splats? I don't even know yet myself. 09:31.000 --> 09:33.000 Barrow, tell him not if we can help it. 09:33.000 --> 09:38.000 Very well. He is going back to his leader to report. I'll come in. 09:38.000 --> 09:48.000 Come ahead. 09:48.000 --> 09:51.000 Well, welcome home, Barrow. 09:51.000 --> 10:00.000 I said, burns me up. Look at this ship. Power in every inch of it. Yeah. 10:00.000 --> 10:06.000 Listen to that, will you? Power to take us to the other side of the galaxy in one jump. 10:06.000 --> 10:09.000 Any astral drive here. Use it. 10:09.000 --> 10:10.000 Careful, Splats. 10:10.000 --> 10:18.000 What's the difference? Doesn't work. 10:18.000 --> 10:19.000 Splats, what happened? 10:19.000 --> 10:24.000 I don't know. I threw the switch and it worked. What's the difference? We're free. It worked. 10:24.000 --> 10:29.000 Cut it off, Splats. Quickly. I don't know what the setting was. I don't know where we're headed. Cut it off. 10:29.000 --> 10:35.000 Okay. Hey, I can't. The switch moves, but the drive won't cut out. 10:35.000 --> 10:42.000 It's got to, Splats. With the speed we have, we're liable to leave the galaxy, and we might never be able to find our way back. 10:42.000 --> 11:03.000 I know, but it won't stop. Look. Look. Look there. You can see. You can see for yourself. It just won't cut out. 11:03.000 --> 11:16.000 Well, Dantro and Splats are really in trouble now. What can they do to stop the astral drive before it is too late? 11:16.000 --> 11:33.000 We'll be back in a moment, but first, here is a message the Planet Man wants you to hear. 11:33.000 --> 11:38.000 Tune in again for more transcribed thrills and adventures. 11:38.000 --> 11:45.000 Rocket millions of light years into space with Dantro, the Planet Man. 11:45.000 --> 11:55.000 Tune in again for more transcribed thrills and adventures. Rocket millions of light years into space with Dantro, the Planet Man.