This is part of a series of reviews of Doctor Who in chronological timeline order.

Previous Story: The Carrionite Curse

I don't normally like to describe a story as a "romp" but that's probably the best way to describe this one. Jago and Litefoot work remarkably well in the place of companions here, especially in a setting so unfamiliar to them. It helps that they already have fantastic established chemistry and I'd honestly say I preferred listening to them here than the Doctor. That says a lot as I feel the other members of the cast rarely outshine the Doctor let alone Colin Baker's iteration.

The story itself was nothing remarkable. It reminded me a fair bit of the plot ofThe Silurians, only this time it's set on Venus. The Venus setting does make for some colourful imagery, moreso than the usual alien planet in Doctor Who. I liked the twist that the Venusians were descendants of humanity and I enjoyed the indulgent references to Venusian Karate and the origin of the Venusian Lullaby.

It's a straightforward story but it's fun and that's probably the most important thing a story can be.

Next Story: Voyage to the New World