Honestly, the best part of this episode is to see how necessary it is for Doctors and companions to argue and clash. Rose and Nine have such a lovely relationship and yet they manage to have different moral views affecting their dynamic without breaking it and I love it. It's a beautiful episode as a whole and the cast is amazing, but the one thing in my mind when I think about this episode is always Rose and the Doctor about to die and just how happy they are that at least they're by each other's side. How worth it it was, the moments they had together. Of course they obviously get out of this one as they often will (not... always...) but the foreshadowing goes crazy.

Rose having the whole "damn I just ran off with some man I know nothing about to SPACE" crisis is something so overlooked imo. She remains an extremely complex character and despite being the most popular NuWho companion, I believe she is underrated when it comes to her writing. Rewatching this show is like living a whole different experience, knowing what will happen and what happened. Nine's reactions to the mention of home and the war makes my heart break into a million pieces. On the other hand, just an awesomely written, iconic episode. Toxic by Britney you will always be famous.

As I rewatch I'm realizing how good this first episode is to introduce yourself to this universe. Charming first adventure with sooo much unmatched chemistry between nine and Rose. Everything is balanced and I will forever remember this episode with so much love <3 It has everything you'd expect from DW and I just adore nine, so, so, so much. Wishing he'd had more seasons every time I think about him. Probably the worst episode of the season and that's the highest compliment I can give because it only gets better even with a great start!

Barbara facing the "why travel through time and space if we can't change anything" dilemma is good enough on its own, but to make her the focus of the episode and show various traits of her character at the same time is just perfect. The sub-plots were so entertaining and endearing (the Doctor is such a gentleman it warms my heart. Ian remains iconic showing his skills. And Susan fighting for her rights to choose how to live and who to love?? She's my dearest) but Barbara carried the whole thing. Not a bad thing to say about this serial, tbh. Historicals are often my favorites and I'm glad they're also Barbara's time to shine because I adore her.

Thought this would be only a little funny story about the Spy Master constantly having breakdown after breakdown after personality crisis, but even if the humor is quite obviously there, the main subject about his inner demons (of course) is treated brilliantly. I appreciate this intrsopection, as it explains this Master's views on Missy and what happened to become this new regeneration. As per the story itself, making the Master basically go through therapy is hilarious but so, so needed. He's beyond insane and deranged and that's why I love him so much. There's something about this Master being so psychotic most of the time that his raw emotions and thoughts are crystal clear, even if he refuses to admit it. In all honesty, I'd love anything that had to do with him but this is genuinely so good.

Just started this season and it's definitely my favorite serial for now. And even if I find better ones, it'll for sure stay with me as still one of my favorites. Coming here after watching NuWho, this structure reminds me so much of "Flux"! And I love that since it's also one of my favorite seasons. Every episode is a new adventure. So much fun and with an intriguing plot. All their characters have their little moments and times to shine, and I truly appreciate that <3

I genuinely thought it'd be tedious and tiring to watch this, since it's lost, but that wasn't at all the case! It's such an interesting historical. Tbh, my favorite thing about it must be Barbara. She shines in this one, and I'm so glad she does and shows her bravery and the way she can and will act on her own if she desires to prove her beliefs and protect others. On the other hand, Susan and Ping-cho's storyline was so sweet and I have a weak spot for dynamics like that. Plot-wise overall is also great but I preferred the girls in this one!

This one's easy for me just because I love these types of plots. Would've even liked a longer serial for this one! The whole mystery around the situation ending up being such a simple answer feels perfect to me. Something absurd and at the same time so interesting, just what this show is. I'm weak for bottle episodes that force characters to interact and carry the whole thing. The Doctor's dynamic with, well, everyone is marvelous. His personality clash with Ian? The way he ends up being so fond of Barbara? And, in general, all of his love for Susan... Simple two-parter that actually shows a lot of things about them <3

I had been told that it'd be tedious to watch this, but even if it did feel a bit long, it's nothing too bothersome. Very funny to see people nowadays complaining about this show being "too woke" when it began with progressive storylines like these. It's not world-changing but it is very telling of what DW is about. Honorary mention to Ian always being the hero and protecting everyone while also arguing constantly with The Doctor, he's just amazing. The Daleks are iconic, as always, btw.

Started Classic Who when I felt like I needed more after finishing NuWho, and I must say this is a great way to begin the story! I couldn't wait to properly meet Susan after all the mentions of her, and I find her so so so endearing and sweet. Perfect description of a neurodivergent teenager, tbh. It's a great introduction to the characters and both Ian and Barbara and the way their personalities clash with The Doctor's are so enjoyable. Seeing the first Doctor after knowing what comes next is so much fun. I love the inherent traits of his personality and I can't wait to see more of him.