Favourites from the Infernoverse! - Seven

The SYLVESTER McCOY Era - 1987 to 1989

1. 'The Curse of Fenric' - an incredibly modern story, the quality of which I always seem to forget. A slow burn, certainly, but well worth fighting through a few bad scenes to the climax, which is spectacular, charged and cathartic. A story which highlights the unique relationship shared by the Seventh Doctor and Ace, and also the tragedy of the termination of the show. Brill.

2. 'Remembrance of the Daleks' - another story highlighting the wonderful and interesting directions in which the classic series was headed towards its untimely end. In turns comical, involved and nostalgic, with Daleks aplenty and a stellar guest cast. One for the discussions.

3. 'Dragonfire' - a very silly, intriguing and swashbuckling quest with a lot of ice puns and some really fantastic model sequences. The introduction of Ace, the surprisingly lovely departure of Mel, a friendly dragon and a story that just leaves a smile on your face.

4. 'Ghostlight' - an involving, engaging, impenetrable thicket of a story in which great characterisation, an intelligent script and a spooky atmosphere compensate for almost total unintelligibility. A very interesting watch with chills on the side.

5. 'Battlefield' - the heroic last bow of the Brigadier, an interesting and gripping tale, a fascinating insight into the Doctor's personal timeline. Lots of gratuitous but deserved use of Arthurian legend, some nice effects and wonderful scenes, a little disjointed and awkward maybe. Cheesy at the end, my god, but good dialogue and good fun if you're in the right mood.