A Farewell to Doctors

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This has been a rough patch for Whovians with the death of John Hurt on January 25^th, 2017 and now the departure of Peter Capaldi after this upcoming season of “Doctor Who”.

Both men played wonderful doctors – John Hurt’s War Doctor questioned his regenerations in “The Day of the Doctor” special. Peter Capaldi followed Matt Smith’s Doctor with an older, brooding gentleman who always tried to learn more about himself. While we only saw John Hurt’s War Doctor for this special (and a brief appearance in the Matt Smith episode prior to the special), his appearance alone was enough to make us wonder about the Doctor. Where did this War Doctor fit in? How did he endure the Gallifreyian War? Did he really have a mid life crisis?

Along with playing the War Doctor, John Hurt also took on the role of Ollivander from the “Harry Potter” movies, he played himself in “Space Balls”, provided the voice of Aragorn from “Lord of the Rings”, and gave voice to the Horned King from “The Black Cauldron”.  He also lent his voice to the Dragon from the series “Merlin”, starred in “V for Vendetta” as Chancellor Sutler, and played Trevor ‘Broom’ Bruttenholm in “Hellboy”.

John Hurt was an eclectic actor who was the youngest of his siblings in Derbyshire, England.  Despite showing little initiative and solitude as a child, he was guided into art. However, his admiration for acting took hold and pursued the field after failing to receive a scholarship in art. John Hurt embraced television and with it exposed his acting capabilities to an extreme level.

Peter Capaldi’s acting abilities bear the same extremity, especially when portraying the Doctor. His cynicism, his slowly warming heart, and his nail biting bluntness have created a unique Doctor. Albeit, there were a slew of comedic moments from him most met with sarcasm and a witty tone which is something that will be missed as he takes his leave of the Doctor.

Peter will be departing from “Doctor Who” at the end of 2017 with the Christmas special as his final performance. When the BBC asked Capaldi if they could renew his contract for the show, Capaldi declined and claimed that it was time to move onto different things.  While this appears to be a common reason for Doctors to retire, it is understandable. As much as we adore the actors who play the Doctor, at some point they want something more than running around chasing aliens, befriending companions, and travelling through all of time and space. It’s time for a change and a new regeneration for Peter Capaldi.

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So tell me, did you enjoy the John Hurt’s War Doctor or Peter Capaldi’s Doctor more?

Welcome to the Tardis, Pearl Mackie

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Pearl Mackie is the Doctor’s new companion for the future of “Doctor Who”.

Pearl Mackie is a native Londoner who is an acting tutor for children and starred in “Doctors” (a British soap opera) and is currently in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at the National Theatre.  She has also performed in “Svengali” (a British film) and a music video for the band, Years & Years. As an accomplished dancer and actress, Mackie is excited for what the Doctor has in store for her.

Described as a combination of maturity and immaturity, Mackie takes on the role of knowing barely anything about the Doctor. This is a drastic contrast when compared to the last companion, Clara Oswald, who knew everything about the Doctor given her role in his lives. Mackie also emerges as the first non-white companion in approximately eight years with the last colored companion being Martha Jones (Freema Ageyman).

As for Capaldi, he was more than happy to welcome Mackie to the set. In fact, he even requested that the next companion to be a woman because he didn’t “want a bloke, because [Capaldi was] frightened that they’ll give him all the action and [he]’ll be standing around spouting scientific gobbledygook”. The notion of an inquisitive, enthusiastic young lady alongside the Doctor is refreshing to Capaldi and believes the combination works.

So far we’ve only seen a brief clip of her and the Doctor being pursued by a Dalek. Her name in the show will be Bill and she will appear in the series starting next year, after the Christmas special.

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So tell me, what do you think of the new companion?

Tom Hiddleston in "Sherlock"

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A few days ago a certain “Sherlock” rumor has been confirmed. No, there’s not going to be Johnlock (not that I know of anyway).  No, we’re not going to be getting it any sooner.

However, we will be receiving Tom Hiddleston as Sherrinford Holmes.

Sherrinford Holmes is the mysterious, third brother of Sherlock and Mycroft Holmes. All this time, Sherrinford has been nothing more than a mere whisper in the program. Now, we will finally see who Sherrinford is and how he’ll play into the new season of “Sherlock”.

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So tell me, what are your thoughts on Sherrinford Holmes? 

Sherlock and Beautiful Bones

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It’s been a while since I’ve viewed any good anime; so I decided to remedy that by starting the series “Beautiful Bones”. While I’ve only viewed three out of twelve episodes, there’s something rather peculiar that I’ve noticed about this anime. It’s something that sparked when I first started to watch it and only now, can I confidently confirm my belief about this show.

“Beautiful Bones” is basically a Japanese take on “Sherlock”.

For starters, “Beautiful Bones” is a series of murder mysteries that the main protagonists solve to understand death and how beautiful it is. The series takes place in the present much like Sherlock, allowing for a modern ambiance. However, it seems that the only technology used is cell phones and behind the scenes autopsy work performed on corpses. This is similar to “Sherlock” where cell phones, an autopsy lab, and computer related technology are features of the modern era it’s filmed in.

In “Beautiful Bones” there’s Sakurako Kujo, the main female protagonist. She acts as the show’s Sherlock Holmes – entering a mind palace constructed of walking bones no sooner she slips on forensic gloves at crime scenes, disliking human interaction (especially interpersonal relationships) and contact, incredibly sharp witted and intelligent, utilizing her extensive knowledge of biology with the surroundings and situation to craft near perfect predictions, and bearing an affinity for bones, especially those of humans.

Then there’s her sidekick, Shotaro Tatewaki who is the program’s John Watson – an average male with excellent fighting skills who grows accustomed to the sight of death and bones, cares greatly for Sakurako despite their relationship, is modest and selfless, and is sometimes skeptical of Sakurako’s mannerisms.

Then there’s also Ume Sawa, the overall caretaker of Sakurako’s residence. She acts as the Mrs. Hudson of the show with her caring nature and treats Sakurako as though she were her child; the same treatment is also applied to Shotaro. While she isn’t the landlady, she still fusses over keeping the

mansion tidy and isn’t bothered in the least bit by Sakurako’s collection of skeletons.

So far, “Beautiful Bones” is a fantastic anime that has me (and hopefully you) interested for what’s in store. It’s not gory or even horrific; at best, it provides the same suspenseful antics and moments as “Sherlock” that will keep you wanting more.

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Capaldi's Keeping Us Company

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False alarm: Capaldi will NOT be leaving “Doctor Who”.

So yes, like me, you can all take a relieving deep breath.

The article I referenced in my last entry was a tabloid which tends to distort rumors. Frankly, I had no idea that article was a tabloid and was merely writing with my own anger at the notion of losing Capaldi. Capaldi is possibly one of my favorite Doctors next to Hartnell, Tennant, Smith, Eccleston, and Troughton.

Now granted, Capaldi has said that this could be his final year while Moffat told us that Capaldi is going nowhere. For now, nothing is set in stone other than Moffat’s departure. Capaldi’s expected leave is a rumor and even then, we can only take rumors with a grain of salt.

Personally, I don’t imagine Capaldi leaving us so soon. After all, the man was president of a “Doctor Who” fanclub in his youth and even wrote fan letters regarding the show. He has adored the program since he was a child – why would he leave something that he only spent approximately three years on? It would probably be the shortest run of a Doctor ever next to the War Doctor. Capaldi’s even signed on for another three seasons and I cannot imagine why he would suddenly want to leave especially with that in mind. Yes, Capaldi wants to do other things in life, but is he willing to leave a role he’s loved for years and played for only a short amount of time?

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Take Care, Capaldi!

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Along with Moffat leaving “Doctor Who” this year, Peter Capaldi will resign his role in 2017.

Capaldi believes this decision is for the best because he wants Chibnall (“Doctor Who”’s new showrunner in 2018) to choose a new Doctor. Capaldi’s contract covered him for the 2017 series, ensuring that he would continue to be the Doctor. However, he claims he wants to do other things in life and do more than just be known as the Doctor.

This notion is understandable – Christopher Eccleston was the same way, but after leaving his role as the Doctor he was typecast as such. It became difficult for him to find work without being known as the Doctor and while most people would appreciate this, for him it became a rough challenge. He even claimed that his role in “Thor: The Dark World” was his biggest break that he had received in a long time. Let’s hope Capaldi doesn’t suffer the same fate even though he has been in other pictures so far.

However, it’s terrible to see Capaldi go. I feel as though fans were just starting to enjoy him and now he’s leaving like footsteps on the sand. He was a gritty doctor who never stopped learning about himself, what he can do, and his purpose for existence. He was rough, but caring and dark. It was something we haven’t seen in a while. It was a new who to say the least, but regardless I can only hope that the next Doctor will be just as good if not better.

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Moffat No More

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Steven Moffat surprised everyone this past weekend by leaving “Doctor Who”. Chris Chibnall of BBC’s “Broadchurch” will be replacing him in 2018.

Chiball has been a fan of “Doctor Who” since he was a child and claims that the show is the best of the BBC with its uniqueness, boldness, and how much devotion and admiration it receives from fans everywhere. Chiball has also written five episodes of the series and seven episodes of “Torchwood”. Needless to say, “Doctor Who” is in good hands (or so it seems).

With Moffat’s departure, “Doctor Who” will receive a Christmas Special this year, but the next season will be pushed back to Spring 2017. Charlotte Moore (BBC1’s controller) explained that the BBC was going to be filled with momentous occasions such as the Euros and Olympics in 2016. She wanted to save something big for 2017 and Moffat wants to leave the fans with a “huge event” on the show.

However, I find it rather odd that Moffat has decided to leave “Doctor Who”. This is the man who said that he wouldn’t leave unless he wanted to do something else.  When asked about his decision to leave, he merely replied that he felt like his time was running out. Maybethe show’s low ratings (despite BBC’s high Appreciation Index) since Moffat’s initial takeover has something to do with it as well.

So then has something else attracted Moffat’s attention? Perhaps that spinoff of Clara and Ashildr that the Internet would love to see? A ‘Torchwood’ revival with Harkness and his crew and maybe River Song? What will Moffat go onto next?

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The Game Will Be Afoot

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“Sherlock” season 4 finally has an air date.

PBS has hinted that “Sherlock”’s new season will be premiering in January 2017. While the BBC hasn’t announced anything official regarding the air date yet, PBS also showcases the series. However, the air date depends on Benedict Cumberbatch’s schedule. After all the man has been starring in films left and right, but he very much wants to continue with “Sherlock”.

Even Gatiss commented on PBS’ announcement, claiming that Moriarty’s reappearance will be life altering, if not huge for the series and its fans.

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So tell me, are you ready for “Sherlock”’s next season?

Sonic Sunglasses or Screwdriver?

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In the past few weeks, I’ve noticed that life has a way of making things work. For example, I’m now in a Dungeons and Dragons group (#clericlifestrife) every Tuesday which conflicts with my blog schedule. I’m also growing more acquainted with my job and I couldn’t be happier in doing so.  Lastly, I’m finally starting to get more of a social life – going out almost every Saturday and doing things to craft an excellent life.

Because of this, I’m once again going to change my blogging schedule. I apologize, this must be irritating to you and frankly, I can easily understand why. I don’t know if I will change the scheduling again in the future, but I can only see what time brings.

Until then the new blogging schedule is: Monday and Thursday.

Fanfictions will still be posted every Sunday. As to where there will be a second day for them or not, I’m still uncertain. I do not enjoy doing anything without putting effort into it – my writing especially; after all, it is what I want to do in life.  I will keep everyone abreast as to what will happen in the future regarding my blogging and fanfiction schedules.

Since it is Monday, let’s get this show on the road.

Speaking of shows, this previous weekend episode of “Doctor Who” sent the Internet into a frenzied storm. Not because of the Daleks or the Tardis regenerating. No, no, it was something completely different, unexpected, and written by the hand of Steven Moffat. 

It was the sonic sunglasses.

The sonic sunglasses are to (possibly temporarily) replace the sonic screwdriver and encompass all the features of that device. They are “wearable technology” as the Doctor so excitedly referred to them.  This new accessory has sent the Internet into a spiraling tornado of anger and curses aimed towards Moffat who claimed that he invented the sonic sunglasses because he could.  He exercised his power as a writer and made a change to something incredibly iconic, now reducing it to a pair of sunglasses.

Before I give my opinion on these sonic sunglasses, I would like to say that I am a woman who embraces change like the sun. I try to live my life open mindedly, experiencing new things one day at a time or whenever they so happen to arise. I appreciate and welcome change in an attempt to learn more about myself and the world around me. I honestly believe the Doctor is the same way – from the start of his new regeneration we saw him trying to figure out who he was and always questioning his person. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with this and if anything, more fans have encouraged this. They want to see a Doctor who will never stop asking about his identity, his life, his past, what he can do, what he can’t do, and why. It makes this Doctor much more relatable, given that these are questions we do ask ourselves on a daily basis. We do this to understand ourselves better and our place in this great, vast universe.

But by the beard of Zeus coated in bubble gum I hope these sonic sunglasses are temporary. Again, there is nothing wrong with change and exploring something new in an attempt to understand everything, including yourself.  The sunglasses are just sunglasses; there’s nothing special about them other than them being able to perform the functions of a sonic screwdriver which is all well and good, but in the end they’re just sunglasses.  You can purchase sunglasses anywhere and while they are stylish, they bear nothing special when compared to a sonic screwdriver.

Now what is a sonic screwdriver? A sonic screwdriver is elusive, exclusive only to those of Gallifrey (unless you’re River Song) crafted with time lord technology. It is a device no other species has and is used for pretty much everything except any activity regarding items with wood in them. It has been around since the very birth of this entire franchise and has stood the test of time, often changing into different forms when a new Doctor regenerated. The sonic screwdriver represents the “Doctor Who” fandom as something unique, strange, and timeless.

So far, the Internet has crafted petitions against Moffat’s sudden onslaught of sonic sunglasses.  While I have not signed it (nor do I have any intention to in case this is just a mere temporary event), I am curious to see what will come about.

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So tell me, what do you think of the sonic sunglasses?

Run You Clever Boy and Remember Me

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The new “Doctor Who” season starts on September 19^th,2015 on BBC. It’s the day we have been waiting for, like children anticipating Christmas. It’s a day that begins a new season where we’re reunited with the Doctor, a wondrous time lord from Gallifrey who travels the stars. Alongside him, we’re introduced to new faces of the otherworldly and human kind, while recognizing old familiar persons like Missy the Mistress and Clara Oswald the Impossible Girl.

But how long will we have Clara with us this season?

It has been stated time and time again that Jenna Coleman would leave “Doctor Who”, but now that rumor is set in stone. Having filmed most of the season, but excluding the Christmas special, Jenna is leaving “Doctor Who” for good. Jenna is moving on with her life and leaving the whimsical world that is “Doctor Who” and taking on a role for a new BBC series, “Queen Victoria”.

Given the fact that Clara is leaving the show permanently, I can only wonder how this will affect the Doctor. In the trailer we see the Doctor actually hugging Clara and running to her just to greet her with a grin and an embrace. Keep in mind that Capaldi’s Doctor is and was far from the hugging type and only now has Clara probably changed that trait. The Doctor has broken a rule of his just to accompany Clara and to make himself more open as opposed to being cold and distant. Only now will Clara be taken from him – how? No one knows, but it will truly be devastating not only to the fans, but the Doctor as well.

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So tell me, how do you think Clara Oswald is going to leave?

Stuck in the 70s

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You’re probably wondering why this entry is extremely late. Frankly, I can’t blame you – especially since I’ve been trying to schedule myself with the posts while taking care of things offline. You guys are entitled to an explanation and I’m more than happy to give one.

You see I was putting the final touches on a submission that was due yesterday before midnight. All day I had been in my room and I had the house to myself. The parents decided to go away for a few days to get their mind off things. As much as I was tempted to throw a fantastic party, I decided against it, knowing I had work to do. I did all the chores though as requested by the parents:  do a few loads of laundry, clean the living room, make dinner for myself, and tend to the garden.

We have a small spice garden in the back; it’s nothing to write home about. There’s some basil, mint, oregano, and rosemary. Now my back yard is shared with my neighbor, who also has a garden, but his’ is a little closer to his laundry line. It’s about thirty feet away from our little garden. He recently bought a few decorations for his yard, but I didn’t get a chance to see them until today. So I looked over expecting to see some garden gnomes, but instead I saw a few stone angels. They were your typical Walmart stone angels, hands over the eyes, winged spread, in little robes.

Now my inner Whovian told me to run for the hills, lock up the windows and doors, and hide in the deepest part of my house. But of course, my logical reasoning kicked in and reassured me that the weeping angels didn’t exist and to continue my chores. As I started to tend to the spices, I couldn’t help but feel as though I was being watched. Tension suffocated the air around me as my eyes darted left to right. No strangers or animals were in sight, as though my back yard was the home of a post apocalyptic nightmare. Turning around, none of my neighbors were out as I figured it would be best to make a break for the house. I would just grab some spices and run into the house as though Jason Voorhees himself was chasing me.

Turning back to the plants, I happened to notice my neighbor’s wife emerge from the house sobbing and bearing a little, white cross. Placing the cross between the angels, she unleashed a few wails of depression which cut through the tension, causing it to retreat like a silent army. Watching her, I wondered who died and what made her so sad. With every wail she unleashed my heart felt the stab of her emotions as I do, began to quietly mourn for a stranger. Slowly she rose from the garden, her shoulders slumped in defeat.

“Hey, what happened? You k?”

“N-n-no, it….it’s my niece…”

“Christie?”

“Mm-hmm….she…sh-she’s been missssing for…for a while….th-the police….said they…they called off her case t-today…unable to…to find…h-her.”

“That’s terrible! They couldn’t find any evidence or leads?”

“N-no…”

Christie was a nine year old who had been playing by the gardens only a few months ago. At the time my family and I were in Philadelphia visiting an old friend. We weren’t around for the niece’s disappearance, but we still sympathized with the neighbor’s wife regardless. It was terrible to lose a child, especially one in your family.

“I…I just wish…I knew where s-she was. I’d…I’d d-do anything to be…be with her now.”

As though someone had heard her wish, my neighbor was gone in the blink of an eye. Bewildered, I looked around to see if she took off like the Flash into her house, but I was sorely mistaken. Looking down, I saw one of the little angels. Its wings were fully spread apart and its hands were away from its little face, revealing a demonic expression. Eyes widened, my inner Whovian screamed.  That angel didn’t bear that face before as my brain began to panic and shrivel with fear. There was no way the neighbor’s wife carried it with her. She had no reason to bring it into the house or to show it off when I could plainly see it in her little garden.

Staring into the angel’s eyes, I slowly started to move back. I could easily run to the house, grab my keys, drive up to my boyfriend’s, and tell him everything. He’d let me hang at his house until my parents got home and I could call my neighbor’s husband, telling him to beware of the angels in his back yard. The cops wouldn’t believe me; why would they? I would sound like a lunatic if I told them that stone angels were chasing me.

The stretch from the spice garden to my back door seemed to go on for forever. I never knew how long the distance was which made my spine crawl with anxiety. The angel had never left my eyes as I dared not blink. Upon gripping the handle to the back door, I swung it open only to blink. The angel was at the bottom of the stairs leading into my house, its eyes narrowed with malicious intent. Stumbling into my house, I hurriedly slammed the back door and locked it. Rushing to the windows, I locked each one as I noticed another angel now standing before my spice garden.

I had to move fast. Locking all the windows and doors in the rest of the house, I quickly grabbed my travel bag, and threw in some essentials, my wallet, and my phone. I knew not to go out the back door, knowing those demons would be waiting for me. My car was parked out front, so I hoped that they weren’t that quick as they had appeared on “Doctor Who”. Taking a deep breath, I jolted out my front door, and ran for the car. Throwing myself into the driver’s seat, I tossed my bag into the back seat and locked the doors. 

Once more, I felt as though I was being watched. But that couldn’t be, I was fast, I was in the car, and there was no way that an angel was inside.  There was no angel in the back seat and there definitely couldn’t have been one in the trunk, I didn’t even open it!  Looking down into my passenger seat, my heart sunk with defeat. There sat the angel and I knew that if I turned my back for one minute, I would be sent into the past. Everything that had ever been me in this moment would be eaten away by this little monstrosity. It wouldn’t surprise me either if the other angel was waiting at my driver door. There was no way I could drive and keep one eye on the angel and the other on the road. It would have been too hazardous. I couldn’t even trap it in the seatbelt or throw it out because touching it would have sent me back to the past.

Sorrowfully sighing, I watched the angel as I scribbled a note on a gum wrapper and placed it in a cup holder. I then proceeded to make one last call, eyes never leaving the angel. Of course the call went directly to voice mail as my eyes began to water.

“Hey babe, listen, you’re going to forget me. You know those Weeping Angels from ‘Doctor Who’? Yeah, well, I get one right in front of me. It’s gonna send me to the past and by the time we ever meet again, well, it’ll be too late. So go ahead and find some…new….girl…have….have a good life. Just remember I’ll-I’ll always –“

“You have reached the maximum amount of time for this voicemail.”

So here I am typing to you from some computer in a blue box in the late 1970s. Well at least the angel sent me back to a time I always wanted to visit. Woodstock will be happening soon, The Blues Brothers will be having their shows, and we’re swimming in The British Invasion and The Hippie Movement. I think I may have a good life here.

Oh the blue box by the way? Yes, that’s the Tardis. The Doctor found me back here while he was searching for Andy Warhol. Something about him being a possible alien leader and that his paintings were a secret message to the world from some extraterrestrial force. Though I think the Doctor may have mixed up his coordinates cause wasn’t Warhol in New York? Anyway, I asked the Doctor if I could transmit this message and he said I could only if I provided him information on Warhol. Having completed his request, he allowed me to upload this entry so that everyone could see it.

But trust me, the angels are real and unmerciful. Do not blink if you see one. Always keep eye contact with them and get away as soon as possible. Do not let them anywhere near you and do not touch them.  

Top Gear Turns Clarkson Loose

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“Top Gear” is an iconic British show that discusses cars, features celebrities behind the wheel of an automobile, and showcases a variety of experiments performed with cars. While I’m not much of a car person, this show drew me in with its comedy, famous “Doctor Who” celebrities, and the multiple experiments. The experiments were what made the show for me; combining the comedy of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May and their determination of pushing a car’s limits to see how else it can be used. I remember my three favorite experiments were when they tried to convert a car into a camper, transform a car into a limo, and turn a car into a boat. Each one was filled with its pure comedic gold moments that still make me smile.

However, “Top Gear” has just dropped one of its main assets: Jeremy Clarkson. Jeremy Clarkson was one of the original hosts to the show, but due to a recent dispute between him and a producer, BBC said they would not renew his contract. Apparently Clarkson screamed at a producer and verbally accosted him due to tension and food. Clarkson is already facing assault charges pursued by the North Yorkshire officials, based on the report the BBC created when this incident occurred.

What the BBC did was justified, but who will replace Clarkson?

Clarkson, May, and Hammond were the perfect comedic trio. They performed the show like brothers ragging on each other in a mechanic’s wonderland. But now with Clarkson gone, the show may lose some of its luster and heavily rely on May and Hammond. May and Hammond can easily handle themselves, but there needs to be a third person. It would be difficult and strange for BBC to not hire a third person to complete the “Top Gear” trio. Some people even claim that “Top Gear” should come to an end due to the departure of Clarkson and that the show won’t feel the same with him gone. There’s even an escalating petition for those who want to see Clarkson back on screen as a “Top Gear” host.

Clarkson made “Top Gear,” but what he did cannot be atoned for. If he manages to make a return onto the program by way of petitions and reconsideration, then that’s great. If he is unable to return, then the BBC will have to seek out someone else.

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Are You Sherlocked?

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It was just announced this week that the Sherlock Christmas special will take place in London during the 1800s aka the Victorian era. It will have everyone from Sherlock clad in the time period’s garments and completing their modern day tasks in a time when advanced technology was not available.

My initial reaction to this was pure elation for the fact that we don’t have to wait three plus years for something pertaining to Sherlock.  What followed next was a question of how exactly the cast of Sherlock managed to be transported to the 1800s. Naturally, my inner fangirl led me to believe that Moffat and Gatniss were finally doing a Wholock episode, but was immediately shot down by the fact that Moffat said it would never work. Of course then I figured that everyone in this new Victorian!Sherlock era is an ancestor to their modern day personas which could very well work.

But like any other writer and fan, research is needed to obtain any answer.

Moffat and Gatniss claim that this ninety minute special will have nothing to do with the original Sherlock series. Rather, they are doing a tribute to when Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s work was initially written in this specific time period.

The writers also claim that this special will include something everyone doesn’t suspect about John and Sherlock. Many fans hope that this surprise will be John and Sherlock engaging in a homosexual relationship. So far there have been no hints as to what this shocker will be, but the writers have confirmed that they have brought their cast to tears with what they have in store.

There was also talk about season 4 of Sherlock.

While not much has been said, it has been rumored for a long time that Tom Hiddleston may join Sherlock in the series as one of the elder Holmes brothers.  In the new season, we’ll be seeing more of Sherlock’s family so naturally they would want someone as equally handsome as Sherlock to be his brother.

It’s also rumored that Irene Adler may return, but Janine and her friends are definitely returning. Apparently Sherlock likes Janine and knows he can rely on her for a social function should he ever need a date for one.  There’s also the inevitable truth that Mary will die sooner or later, just like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote, but she won’t be dying in season 4.  Moriarty is also set to make a comeback, but to do what no one knows.

While there are no certain story lines or release dates as of yet, Sherlock season 4 will follow the 2015 Christmas special. There will also be many more seasons to come for Sherlock, with Benedict Cumberbatch wanting to pursue this series into old age.

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So tell me, what are you excited to see for Sherlock? 

Doctor Who: Preparing for August

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It’s not August yet and already the Internet is buzzing with rumors about the new Doctor Who season. So far we have seen posters and received confirmation that 12, Clara, and Missy will return.  There will be no mid-series breaks and the season will run undisturbed, as it did last year.

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We have also received information that the first episode of the new season will be entitled, The Magician’s Apprentice. I don’t know about you, but I’d love to see that episode focused around Houdini, a famous magician from the 20s. Houdini not only performed magic tricks, but performed daredevil stunts as well which contributed to his demise where he was chained in a straight jacket in a tank of water. I would love to see his death as a fixed point in time, something that the Doctor can’t fix, but Houdini wants him to.

It was reported not too long ago that Doctor Who was filming in Teide National Park in Tenerife which is a vast, volcanic landscape complete with a large landscape. Now Whovians, Peter Capaldi is our twelfth Doctor. Where have we seen him before in a volcanic like setting? If you said Pompeii then you and I share the same mind. It wasn’t specified as to what episode in particular they were filming, but I have a hunch it may have something to do with the Pompeii episode from the 10^th Doctor’s run. However, they have also revealed an alien in this shooting which may or may not contradict and eliminate my theory, but one can only hope that this particular filming deals with Pompeii. There is also a rumor of possible filming in Spain.

On February 12^th, a certain woman who directed the terrifying episode, Blink appeared again in the Whoverse. That’s right, Hettie Macdonald is back with a vengeance and ready to terrify us once more. She will be directing the second episode of season nine entitled The Witch’s Familiar. Perhaps more Weeping Angels? Or something new to terrify us and haunt our nightmares?

There will also be a two part episode, but all that is known about it is that it features Game of Thrones’  Paul Kaye and will be written by Being Human’s  Toby Whithouse. He has a creepy idea in mind for this particular episode, but what it is, no one is for certain. It’s been rumored for a while that Peter Jackson may direct an episode. However, no one has confirmed or denied anything in regard to that topic in a few years.

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So tell me, what are you most excited for Doctor Who?

BBC Theme Park: The Happiest Place in the World

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Remember how I said that I was going to post something today aka six days before Christmas? Here it is.

Just recently the Internet buzzed with the rumor of  a possible themepark to be constructed in England featuring all of the BBC’s most popularprograms. Such programs include “Sherlock,” “Top Gear,” “Star Trek,” and “Doctor Who”. Now, like most of you I was fangirling faster than the Indy 500; the future attraction is a combination of two things I adore in life: theme parks and BBC programs. This made me wonder what this bountiful BBC land would have in store for many patrons and I have a few ideas.

7) Restaurants Based Off the Shows

Picture a restaurant devoted to foods that each Doctor has devoured. Along with this particular restaurant would be a miniature gift shop on the way out, featuring cook books and little bags of jelly babies, jammie dodgers, cookies, and other little traveling edibles. I can also picture a restaurant reminiscent to the dining area on the Enterprise, complete with an open bar and such drinks as Beam Me up Scotchie, Warp Drive, and other beverages bearing the show’s theme. There could also be a grab-n-go place themed to “Top Gear” with car shows on televisions inside the eatery. There could also be the sandwich shop from “Sherlock” which rests next to their flat.

While I know that the theme park’s main focus is on the shows I have mentioned, I can’t imagine them not including other popular BBC programs within the attraction. I can imagine there being an elegant, medieval restaurant themed to the show, “Merlin” with entertainment focused on aspects of the program. There would be an “Atlantis” restaurant of course, featuring seafood and having an overall aquatic theme.  I can imagine there would be little snack shacks selling a goulash of different foods and some Britain specialty snacks (tea shops, fish and chips, and other possibilities).

6)  The Arcade

Imagine a giant building divided into different sections for various types of game play (ex.: your classic video arcade game, a room where you could win prizes (claw machines, earning tickets for different gifts), simple simulators, create-a-concept game, and so many others). Now imagine all these wonderful styles of gaming set to the BBC shows. “Doctor Who” themed claw machines, create a mystery for Sherlock to solve, choose-your-plot and character creation with “Orphan Black,” creating and driving your own car with commentary from Richard Hammond, engaging in combat with villains using interactive games based on the show “Merlin,” driving the enterprise with your family and friends as the crew just like “Star Trek”, or testing your intelligence with Q from “Star Trek.” I don’t know about you, but I think I just fangirled a bit.

5) Attractions Based on Other BBC Programs

“Doctor Who,” “Top Gear,” “Star Trek”, and “Sherlock” are the most popular shows that the BBC has to offer. Yet there are other shows that also explode with praise, such as “Orphan Black,” “Atlantis,” and “Merlin.” I can’t see BBC denying these other hit programs when thinking about their theme park. “Atlantis” could start off as an underwater voyage with passengers in a submarine vessel, going through the sea. When their car arrives in Atlantis, the roof of the vehicle retracts, and riders can take in all the splendors that the ride showcases of Gods and kings. “Orphan Black” could be a shoot ‘em up ride where you board black vehicles with guns attached to them. Every time a villain emerges, you attack them and escape while you have the chance. “Merlin” could have a sideshow of fire breathers, dancers, medieval magic tricks, and essentially become a miniature Renaissance Faire in the heart of this theme park. “Merlin”’s ride could be a journey through the castle, while encountering Morgana along the way as well as others, and finishing it off with a battle between Merlin and the Last Dragon.

4) A “Star Trek” Ride

“Star Trek” is what people like to confuse “Star Wars” with. As for myself, I’m a Trekkie and a “Star Wars” fan though Patrick Stewart, Lenard Nemoy, and William Shatner win me over easily. Designing a ride for “Star Trek” would be a bit of a challenge for creators, because Disney already has Space Mountain (a galactic roller coaster) and Star Tours (a simulator ride).  Yet my brain has brewed something rather interesting to say the least.

In an episode of “Star Trek: The Next Generation” Captain Picard had been transformed into a Borg and the team had to rescue him. This plot could be the idea of a stand up roller coaster where riders enter the Enterprise and are brought to the deck. There, they watch a brief synopsis of what has happened: Picard going with the Borgs, and Data explaining the rescue mission. After this, riders venture to the teleportation chambers where their vehicle awaits them. The vehicle will be a stand up set of cars with safety bars over the shoulders and stomachs. Once they are strapped in, they will propel forward into space. As they slowly ascend the first lift hill, Picard’s introduction to the series is played. After the initial drop, the show’s theme commences as they are shot into a large cube that serves as the Borg’s digital world. The riders zig zag throughout this cube, encountering the Borg as well as Borg!Picard. The ride would conclude with a quadruple corkscrew and a few drops and dips into the ending bay where we see the crew surrounded by Picard returned to normal.

3) “Top Gear” Rides and Show

“Top Gear” would be a bit difficult to construct a ride for, which is why I have a few ideas in mind. The first one would be a bumper car ride featuring all of the different cars they have driven in the past. Another idea would be to have a “Top Gear” car show similar to Disney’s Lights, Motors, Action! Stunt Show found in EuroDisney and Walt Disney World. The distinct differences between the two would be more comedy, possibly showcasing a new car each month, and clips from the show to help illustrate their points. A final idea for a ride would be to have a raceway based on cars used in the show.  The race way would have a set track, but riders could control the speed with the ride operator managing each car on a monitor. If the operator feels as though they are too close to another car, they can  gently slow the vehicle down to avoid accidents.

2) “Sherlock” Street, Park Event, and Rides

Everyone remembers 221 Baker Street because they know what lies in that particular flat. Somewhere near (or leading up to Todder’s Lane) should be a street solely devoted to “Sherlock”. This street would include the sandwich shop next to 221, the building used for Reichenbach (with a photo op), and perhaps a walkthrough of the apartment itself with commentary from John, Sherlock, and Ms. Hudson playing throughout as well as violin music.

Another idea for a “Sherlock” attraction, would be to have a park event where people are given a Sherlock themed notepad and a deer stalker. Throughout the park would be various clues that lead to the solution for a crime. Once park goers have collected all the clues, they must venture to a place called The Mind Palace. There, they will input their clues, and help Sherlock solve the crime.

With all the Sherlock stories, there are many ideas to mold into rides. While I only have a few in mind, I can imagine ride developers will have a field day.

1) A “Doctor Who” Ride and Show

I’m not quite certain what the plot behind this ride could be because there so many ideas. But it would have to be something dynamic yet simple. However, I can imagine how the ride would be laid out. People would enter the outside of the attraction which is Todder’s Lane and stumble upon various props from the Whoverse scattered about. Upon finding a particular blue box, they would enter it only to find a rather large loading area on the inside. The inside of the Tardis would be Capaldi’s to keep up with the current Doctor and his voice would be played throughout the area. People would start to line up going upward (where his book shelf is), then descend downward to the main console, which displays the mission at hand on various screens.

Riders would then walk down the stairs to encounter the underside of the Tardis console and a loading dock to get into a car. I can imagine the cars would be designed like the ones from Mystic Manor in Hong Kong Disneyland and operate in the same wireless format. The cars would be designed like the chamber that encased the Daleks for the reason of “Timelord Science” (everything is bigger on the inside).

From there, the cars would be thrust into space accompanied by the opening theme, and mild spinning.  The cars would spin every so often throughout the ride other than the initial launch sequence. The ride’s plot could possibly focus on the idea of the Doctor showing his companion (in this case, you) the wonders of the universe. Each room would house a new species or planet from the series or one designed by Moffat or Gatniss. If your vehicle happens to stumble upon a murderous race, the car will shake and slow down as though the monster is trying to attack your car. Your car would be captured in a tug of war between this beast and the Doctor who struggles to pull you into safety, while fending off the monster. When he manages to free you, your car will shoot forward like a rocketship taking off into orbit, and either continue or end your ride.

Another idea would be to have another shoot ‘em up ride, destroying a vile alien race that wants to dominate the world, and make humans their slaves. There could also be a stage show with “Doctor Who,” with a simple plot of Clara and the Doctor investigate an issue, turns out it’s the Daleks’ doing, Doctor calls upon an audience member to help him save the world from the Daleks, all is well.  The “Doctor Who” section of the park could also feature a museum with props, various alien species, and iconic outfits from both new and old series.

If there is anything you'd like to see discussed, have feedback, or would like to get a hold of me feel free to review or comment. Before I end this entry, I have a question for you:

What would you like to see in a BBC theme park?

The End is Near for Clara Oswald

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For those of you who didn’t get the memo, Friday’s entry was not posted because I was camping for the weekend. Now that I am back and sober, let’s dive into this entry.

With the new season of “Doctor Who” just around the corner, we already have titles of episodes, tickets being sold for the theatrical debut, and tons of new merchandise. We’ve been briefly introduced to various characters such as Ms. Delphox and Danny Pink. It seems like every day we’re receiving new information about the popular series, including the speculation of Jenna Coleman leaving.

A few days ago, Jenna Coleman claimed she was quitting the sci fi series. Since most of the season has been filmed, she will be leaving at Christmas. The BBC refuses to confirm if this rumor is true or not, but assures audiences everywhere that they will have to watch to see what happens.

If Jenna does leave at Christmas, it could possibly usher in the new companion, Danny Pink.  Danny Pink is a teacher who taught alongside Clara when she wasn’t traveling with the Doctor. It wouldn’t surprise me if Clara was somehow written off in the Christmas episode because every companion has their run. Sooner or later, the torch is passed onto someone new that may or may not win the audience’s hearts.

Do you believe Jenna will leave at Christmas, why or why not?  Feel free to comment, reblog, and as always, feedback and followers are welcomed. 

The Uprising of The Doctor

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The Radio Times released an article today with a headline that sent Wholock fans screaming with delight. Apparently, Stephen Moffat, the current writer of Doctor Who claims that he would love to do a Doctor Who and Sherlock crossover. However, there are a few obstacles in his path; namely, Sherlock and the Doctor.

He claims that Gatiss, the current writer of Sherlock, said that both lead characters would go sulk off, and that the crossover would best blossom in our imaginative heads. Sherlock and the Doctor would refuse to complete the task and claim that the other one can do it, because he’s so clever. From how it sounds, nothing would get done and Clara and John would probably have to fix the issue at hand and chat over some tea. They could also drag their companions along and persist that they solve the problem until they give in and do so.

In other Whovian news, this week the Doctor Who world tour was launched in Cardiff..  Moffat, Capaldi, Anderson, and Coleman lined the red carpet as they conversed with fans, engaged with Cybermen and Daleks, and showed sneak peeks of the new series.  Capaldi and Coleman will be in the United States for the first time ever as they bring the tour to New York on August 14^th. The tour was initially launched in Cardiff on August 7^th and will conclude in Brazil on August 19^th.

To cap off this BBC filled blog entry, Fathom Events will be theatrically hosting the first episode of Capaldi’s Doctor on August 24^th and 25^th. Tickets are available now for just $12.50 and the screening will last for at least an hour. Chances are I’ll be joining my fellow Whovians in theaters when this momentous occasion occurs.

So, who’s ready to jump into that blue box once more and travel with the Doctor? What are you most excited to see in this upcoming season of Doctor Who and do you hope that a Wholock crossover will happen? Why or why not?

The Doctor and The Detective Return

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Folks, I’m sure you’re all aware of the popular show, Sherlock. Sherlock is about a modern day Sherlock Holmes (Benedict Cumberbatch) and John Watson (Martin Freeman) solving crimes like those Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote about.  

Well, not too long ago something miraculous popped up in newsfeeds everywhere.  Sherlock will start filming a special and three new episodes in 2015. Everything will be finished and broadcasted in 2016. Moffat has given us a bit of insight into the filming, in which he claims that something will happen with Sherlock, and it is the last thing we’d expect. The dynamic duo are also set to enter deeper, darker waters in their upcoming adventures.

Most of us Sherlockians are hoping for a variety of things including Wholock (Sherlock crossing over with Doctor Who), Johnlock (John and Sherlock getting together), and many other concepts.

Tying in with news of British television, not too long ago we have received our first glimpse into the new Doctor Who which will be airing on August 23^rd, 2014. Along with this premiere date, we have been given the plot of the first full episode with Capaldi as the Doctor. In the adventures of this new Doctor, the Doctor seems to have forgotten who he is. He lands in Victorian London with Clara, encounters the famous Paternoster gang, as well as Jack the Ripper, and the clockwork droids.

There are other rumors of what may happen this season such as a Robin Hood episode, a shrinking Tardis, the return of Danny Pink, the Daleks exterminating once more, the revealed mystery of Mrs. Delphox, and the Cybermen marching onto our screens yet again. There’s also rumor that this Doctor will be much darker and grittier than Matt or Christopher’s.

As a Whovian and Sherlockian, I’m entertaining the idea that there may be a Wholock. This is the season where the Doctor will be remembering himself, discovering himself, and who better to help him than Sherlock? After all, Moffat did say anything was possible, and that it would be something we’d least expect with Sherlock.

What do you think Moffat has in store? 

Just a Mad Man With a Box

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This weekend is a weekend that has geeks, nerds, sci fi lovers, and many others buzzing like wasps.  On Sunday August 4^th, 2013 we will find out who will play the twelfth Doctor in the Doctor Who series. For those of you who are unaware to this fantastic series – what is wrong with you? Seriously, go watch it you will not regret it.

It’s basically about an alien traveling in a time machine to various eras, worlds, and even alternate dimensions. This series originated in the United Kingdom but eventually gained more popularity with every episode. It was also aired in the Americas along with other nations. It is considered one of the longest running science fiction series and originally started in the 60s with William Hartnell as the first Doctor.

So far in the series there have been eleven Doctors with the new one regenerating onto our television screens on Christmas Day 2013. Below are the top twelve reasons why everyone should be excited for this new Doctor.

           1)      New Doctor – we have a new Doctor! New Doctors are always fun because it’s like meeting a new friend. They have their quirks, their easily identifiable appearance, and special qualities that make them who they are. Every Doctor has their unique look based on their clothes and overall facial and body features. For example, the tenth Doctor has a pompadour haircut while the fifth Doctor wears a celery stick on his jacket lapel. Sometimes a piece of clothing will become a constant joke or trademark of the character throughout the series. The tenth Doctor insisted his jacket was given to him by Janis Joplin while the eleventh Doctor has claimed that bow ties are cool.

The new Doctor will have a specific outfit he wears along with a distinctive look.

           2)      New sonic screwdriver – with almost every new Doctor there is a new sonic screwdriver. The sonic screwdriver is the Doctor’s tool he uses to analyze life forms, examine materials, repair things, and many other actions. However, it cannot interact with wood. Each sonic screwdriver is unique in appearance, just like the Doctor. The tenth Doctor’s sonic screwdriver is silver, sleek, and has a blue tip. The eleventh Doctor’s sonic screwdriver is a copper shade with a green glow and is a bit bulky.  The new Doctor’s sonic screwdriver could be something we have not seen yet.

           3)      New food –as mentioned each Doctor is unique. This includes their appearance, voice, personality, and even food. Each Doctor has a certain food that they enjoy devouring. The fourth Doctor’s favorite food was Jelly Babies (think gummy bears), the tenth Doctor’s favorite food was cookies, and the eleventh Doctor’s favorite food is fish fingers and custard. Obviously the food can be something ordinary like cookies or something strange like fish fingers and custard. This new Doctor’s favorite food could be a common snack or a meal we’d never think of like bacon wrapped Twinkies. ….what? It could happen.

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The food also becomes a part of a running joke throughout the Doctor’s time in which, if the moment is right, they will bring up the food, or even be seen eating it at one time or another.

          4)      Possible gender change – the Doctor has many regenerations, all of which have been male thus far. However, it is possible for him to transform into a woman, but it has never happened. The closest thing we have seen to a female Doctor is the Doctor Donna from the tenth Doctor’s special End of the Universe. With every regeneration, the Doctor takes on new strands of DNA shaping the gender, hair, body, and even skin color. While we’re on skin color….

         5)      Possible skin color change – a while ago various web sites posted lists of actors they would like to see become the next Doctor. Among the selected performers were a few with different skin tones. Up until now all of the Doctors have been Caucasian males. It is extremely possible for the next Doctor to be tan, dark skinned, or another shade due to the regeneration process.

         6)      He could finally be ginger – there is an ongoing joke throughout the Doctor Who universe in which the Doctor has always wanted to be ginger. Ginger is another term for red head but so far, the Doctor has not achieved those glorious locks of crimson hair.  Maybe this new Doctor will finally be a red head. Again, the closest thing we have had to a ginger haired Doctor is Doctor Donna from the episode, End of the Universe.

         7)      New companion – every Doctor has one or more companions. At times throughout the series, the Doctor will even go on adventures by himself or be separated from his companion. The eleventh Doctor had Amy and Rory, a young couple before they met their tragic end. This Doctor also had River Song, a sexy professor who loved the Doctor dearly. Sometimes the companions turn into love interests, like Rose Tyler with the 10.5 Doctor (a clone of the original tenth Doctor who was part human/part alien). With the new Doctor, he (or she) could receive a new companion or stick with the current companion, Clara Oswald until her time runs up.

          8)      New villains – each episode of Doctor Who involves the Doctor running into some sort of villain. Some of the enemies are always returning like the Cybermen, Daleks, and Weeping Angels. Others are new to each Doctor like the Silence to the eleventh Doctor and the Vashta Nerada to the tenth Doctor. The ideas for foes are endless, especially when it comes to Doctor Who. It’s amazing to see what the creators invent for the Doctor to fight. Who knows what evil doers the new Doctor will encounter?

          9)      New Tardis interior – sometimes when a Doctor regenerates they also receive a new Tardis theme. The Tardis (Time And Relative Dimensions In Space (also known as Sexy)) is the time travelling machine that the Doctor roams around in. Over the years, it has been given tons of makeovers. The current look is lonely and cold with the Doctor's companions' names written in his native alien writing.

With the new Doctor inhabiting the Tardis, he (or she) may receive a new Tardis interior changing the somber tones of silver and grey into something brighter or darker.

          10)   The return of old friends – overtime the Doctor has made many friends like Captain Jack Harkness, the Brigadier, the Face of Boe, and many others. These friends would pop in for an episode or two, solve a problem with the Doctor (or were a victim of a crisis that only the Doctor could rescue them from), and leave just as they came.  Since the tenth Doctor, we have not seen Captain Jack Harkness or the Face of Boe appear in any of the episodes. Maybe with the new Doctor we would see some old friends come back for a few episodes with the Doctor.

           11)   New introduction – as a way of regenerating, the producers give the Doctor a new television introduction. The classic theme music is kept but the title sequence is different. The ninth and tenth Doctors' openings were kept the same but the eleventh Doctor’s sequence was changed at least once or twice throughout his time. When the new Doctor comes to life, he (or she) may receive a different opening.

           12)   The End of Doctor Who – the Doctor is only allowed twelve regenerations in which he starts off appearing elderly and slowly descends into youth. While he looks young, he is actually quite old; over 1000 years plus to be exact. However, I remember hearing that twelve is the base number of regenerations for the Doctor but he can keep regenerating many more times afterwards. However, it is a matter of what the writers will do. If they choose to stick to the original limit of twelve regenerations then the entire series will end. But if they decide to go beyond the twelve regenerations, they can continue the series, and the stories of the Doctor.  

      

       As mentioned before, on August 4th on BBC America at 2 pm (Eastern Time) fans across the nation will see the new actor who will play the twelfth Doctor. It will be a half hour to hour program featuring the performer along with some other surprises. For Britain, the reveal will be featured on BBC One at 7 pm (GMT). Until then, Geronimo.