Post by Christine on Jul 25, 2010 10:27:51 GMT -5
The Doctor has had several primary companions since the series returned. Rose, Donna, Martha, Amy, and River. He also had secondary companions, folks that traveled with him for a while but were there either for just a little bit or because they had a relationship with the primary companion: Mickey, Captain Jack, and Rory.
Who are your favorites? Who are your least favorites? Why?
My least favorite is definitely Rose. I didn't actually dislike her, but the romance between her and the Doctor was my least favorite story arch. It distracted from the fun of the random adventures of wandering through time and space. It made the Doctor all emo and brooding, instead of the wildly enthusiastic Doctor that is so fun to watch, defying the odds and getting excited at the wonder of the universe (the ultimate tourist).
My favorite companion so far has been Donna. She was just as enthusiastic as the Doctor at seeing new things and was a good balance for him, reminding him of his 'humanity' when he went too far into his all powerful I am the Coming Storm rants. I liked that they cared about each other but were friends. Donna wasn't mooning over the Doctor like teenie bopper with a first crush. Donna left the series way too soon.
River is a close second for my favorite companion, although she really isn't a regular companion. Again, its because she isn't in awe of the Doctor, she is more of a partner to him then a side kick. She's enthusiastic, clever, and witty. The glimpses to her past (and the Doctor's future) have been very intriguing. Spoilers, darling!
Who are your favorites? Who are your least favorites? Why?
My least favorite is definitely Rose. I didn't actually dislike her, but the romance between her and the Doctor was my least favorite story arch. It distracted from the fun of the random adventures of wandering through time and space. It made the Doctor all emo and brooding, instead of the wildly enthusiastic Doctor that is so fun to watch, defying the odds and getting excited at the wonder of the universe (the ultimate tourist).
My favorite companion so far has been Donna. She was just as enthusiastic as the Doctor at seeing new things and was a good balance for him, reminding him of his 'humanity' when he went too far into his all powerful I am the Coming Storm rants. I liked that they cared about each other but were friends. Donna wasn't mooning over the Doctor like teenie bopper with a first crush. Donna left the series way too soon.
River is a close second for my favorite companion, although she really isn't a regular companion. Again, its because she isn't in awe of the Doctor, she is more of a partner to him then a side kick. She's enthusiastic, clever, and witty. The glimpses to her past (and the Doctor's future) have been very intriguing. Spoilers, darling!