A basilisk is a mythological creature hailing from the time of Ancient Greece, but it was also referenced several times throughout the bible. In most depictions, the creature can petrify its prey using its eyes, but that’s not exactly relevant to Plaything because, in the end, the Thronglets invade people’s minds by way of sound.

The following article contains some light spoilers from the Black Mirror Season 7 episode, “Plaything.” If you have not yet seen the installment, just remember there is no turning back after you choose to read on.

Cameron Walker’s shoplifting charge leads to a terrifying twist in Black Mirror’s Plaything. But what really happened to him?