Axander:
To be clear, I'm trying to do quick research based on the info we have so far to get closer to pinpointing what planet we're on, what alien species we're dealing with, and thus what to expect moving forward. If it helps getting past the door, that'd be fantastic.
I'm afraid I'm going to be a bit shy on the facts for a while. It's not a spoiler; the aliens aren't known from Who lore, they're unique to this module. But for plot reasons, it's better to find out about them later. Plus, I want to play up the research and investigation aspect, to suit the archaeological expedition concept and the creeping Lovecraftian horror style I was going for.
So, this will be more about working things out than simply looking them up.
I'm also a believer in the original aim of
Doctor Who being educational. :)