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Doctor Who, the iconic and time-bending sci-fi series, has enthralled audiences for decades. However, recent storylines, particularly the controversial introduction of “bi-generation,” have left fans scratching their heads and questioning the direction of the show. As Russell T. Davies returns to the helm of Doctor Who, there is an opportunity to address continuity errors and inject new life into the series. One audacious solution involves Ncuti Gatwa taking on the role of the mysterious Valeyard, potentially resolving the problematic bi-generation narrative and adding depth to the Doctor’s complex history.
The Valeyard, introduced during the “Trial of a Time Lord” arc in the Sixth Doctor’s era, remains one of the most enigmatic figures in Doctor Who lore. Positioned as a future incarnation of the Doctor, existing between the twelfth and final lifetimes, the Valeyard’s ultimate goal is to claim the Doctor’s remaining regenerations. Despite the character’s potential, subsequent showrunners have left the Valeyard’s storyline largely unexplored, leading to a vacuum of information and a sense of unresolved mystery.
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One of the recent missteps in Doctor Who involves the introduction of “bi-generation.” This variant of regeneration supposedly allows the Doctor to split into two independent beings rather than undergoing a seamless transformation into the next incarnation. The lack of precedent for such a concept in Doctor Who canon has raised eyebrows among fans, with many questioning the decision to incorporate this controversial narrative element. The resulting discomfort, the need for external assistance, and the arbitrary splitting of clothing during the process have added unnecessary complexity to the Doctor’s regeneration.
Enter Ncuti Gatwa, who portrays the Fourteenth Doctor. With Russell T. Davies returning as showrunner, Gatwa’s Doctor isn’t making fans happy from current previews, but he could provide an opportunity to revisit the Valeyard mystery and simultaneously address the issues surrounding bi-generation.
By making Ncuti Gatwa the Valeyard, Davies could retcon the bi-generation narrative. Gatwa’s Doctor could grapple with the consequences of this unique regeneration process, exploring the internalized regeneration energy and the need for external assistance to complete the separation. This would provide a compelling storyline for Gatwa’s Doctor, and actually make having a fifteenth Doctor make sense.
While the potential introduction of Ncuti Gatwa as the Valeyard offers an intriguing solution, it is essential to address recent Doctor Who specials and the challenges they presented. The absence of a cohesive narrative and the introduction of elements like the Toymaker, played by Neil Patrick Harris, have left fans angry. Davies must navigate these pitfalls carefully, ensuring that any resolution aligns with the established lore and satisfies long-time viewers.
Russell T. Davies has a unique opportunity to rejuvenate Doctor Who, address continuity concerns, and provide a satisfying resolution to the Valeyard mystery. Making Ncuti Gatwa the Valeyard not only offers a solution to the bi-generation controversy but also allows for a deep exploration of the Doctor’s internal conflicts. As of his return so far, Davies has shown very little respect for fans and the show’s rich history, and to get back on track, that needs to change.
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The Valeyard was such a neat character.