Doctor Who

[hefdaddy42]

Good God, you fuckers.

[BlobVanDam]

I saw the story in The Mirror.  Can we consider it reliable?

I wasn't sure how widespread or reliable the story was, but either way, thought it was worth mentioning.

[ariich]

Seems pretty reasonable timing wise. She'll have had one and two-thirds seasons, plus the anniversary etc specials, so approximately equal to Rose's two seasons. The only New Who companions to have had more were the Ponds.

[BlobVanDam]

You're probably right. The other companions only really got a season each, which I'd consider should be a minimum. On the other hand, I felt the Ponds slightly overstayed their welcome at almost 2 and a half season, so if Clara leaves after this season, it might be just the right amount.
Having had less than a season so far, it currently feels like she hasn't had a long enough run, but after this season is done, it will probably feel about right.

Do we take bets on how the companion gets taken out?

[Heretic]

I'm sure Clara's departure will be incredibly significant, as she plays such a huge role in the Doctor's life-- she's been there for like, all of the important moments throughout his timeline-- especially the ending of the Time War. Her just deciding "nah, can't do this anymore" wouldn't really work, imo-- she's too intertwined with the Doctor.

[abydos]

I still feel like they didn't do much with Clara. I love her but I don't feel any real connection with her as I did with all the previous companions.

[BlobVanDam]

I agree. I like her, but they haven't developed her enough yet. Hopefully with the different dynamic with a new doctor, they'll get to do more with her.

[wasteland]