REVIEW: Doctor Who: The Ninth Doctor #2 (Comic Book)

As I continue to dive into the different Doctors portrayed by Titan Comics, I find myself amazed at just how well they manage to capture the look and voice of each particular Doctor. It is now easy task to run a separate series on four different Doctors (soon to be five with the upcoming Paul McGann miniseries), but Titan has gone above and beyond. The second issue of the new miniseries starring the Series 1 TARDIS team continues to validate this point. I had forgotten just how much I enjoyed Christopher Eccleston‘s short time as the Doctor. This was an interesting period where we were only beginning to learn about the Time War. It’s fun to watch events unfold, considering how much we now know regarding the fate of the Time Lords.

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This issue continues to explore the dynamics of the Doctor/Captain Jack relationship. While attempting to rescue Rose, there is a strong show from both of attempting to save her. Although they both share a common goal, each has his own methods of trying to solve the problem. It’s fun to watch this antagonistic friendship develop more than what it did during their time together on television. I love seeing this version of Captain Jack, the impulsive rogue who has not had the weight of the universe thrown on his back.

Rose is finally discovered on an alien world where an intergalactic weapons bazaar is occurring. The Doctor discovers that some of the weapons being sold appear oddly familiar. Artist Blair Shedd does a fantastic job of creating this alien bazaar, which reminded me of the gathering of different aliens from the TV episode ‘The End of the World.’ Fans will also appreciate the cameos by two monsters from the new series. Shedd does a terrific job of capturing the three regulars, as well. I had a few problems with the artwork in the first issue; however, this time the art is solid throughout. Combined with the great dialogue from writer Cavan Scott, you can actually imagine Christopher Eccleston and John Barrowman talking. The cliffhanger will once again leave you wanting to hurry up and grab the next issue.

This miniseries has me wanting to revisit Eccleston’s single season as the Doctor. I actually haven’t watched it again since the initial run, and I’m curious to see if I appreciate it more now that it’s been a decade (talk about feeling old!). What are you waiting for? Go out and get the first two issues of this great miniseries now!

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