The Shadow Doctor
"I'm the survivor. The winner. The Timelord Victorious!" - The Shadow Doctor
General Information
The Shadow Doctor appears as an incarnation of the renegade Timelord known as "The Doctor," specifically as the Eleventh Doctor within the Shadra Universe, succeeding the Tenth Doctor. Michael March portrays this rendition of the Doctor, which garnered significant audience interest in the YouTube science fiction series "TIMELORDS." This series, a heartfelt homage to the iconic British television program created by the BBC, consists of two live-action 18+ rated episodes produced by Gearhead Media since its launch in 2020.
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Basic Background Information
Little is divulged about the enigmatic Shadow Doctor, yet his visage appears ubiquitously across the Omniverse, whether as a cosmic insignia or the playful antics of entities akin to the mischievous Toymaker: No one knows. Within this expansive narrative, the Shadow Doctor emerges prominently, engaged in a relentless struggle against formidable adversaries like the Time Catchers. Known for his unconventional mode of travel on a skateboard, he combats perennial foes such as Daleks, Cybermen, Sontarans, Zygons, the Silence, Weeping Angels, and others.
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Early in his existence, the Shadow Doctor grappled with amnesia, struggling to piece together fragmented memories believed to stem from his profound influence on the fabric of the Omniverse. This existential journey culminates in a sacrificial act where he chooses to confront The Reality Tree, a metaphysical entity with the power to reshape reality itself. By willingly immersing himself within its ethereal branches through a resolute act of 'headbutting' the tree, the Shadow Doctor orchestrates a pivotal alteration in his universe's trajectory.
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However, this courageous act unwittingly triggers a cataclysm known as "the Harrowing" to enter his home universe, unleashing chaos upon the Shadra timeline. The ensuing upheaval intertwines the Shadow Dimension with the Shadra Universe, forever altering the cosmic landscape he sought to safeguard.
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Legacy
Throughout his tenure, the Shadow Doctor epitomizes valour and enigma, leaving an indelible mark on the Omniverse through his valiant exploits and self-sacrificial resolve. His legacy persists as a testament to the enduring impact of a Timelord destined to navigate the complexities of time and space. Despite grappling with the burden of being the Timelord Victorious and it's ideals, a state he attributes to his earlier actions as the Tenth Doctor rather than self-imposed isolation, he occasionally shifts blame onto others for his missteps and exhibits tendencies towards rudeness, brooding, and occasional egotism. Nevertheless, this Doctor consistently demonstrates bravery, heroism, and unwavering determination in the face of adversity.​
Early Life
Post-Regeneration
After igniting a catastrophic conflict known as "The Siege of Time" through his interventions across time and space, the Tenth Doctor faced the devastating aftermath with a resolve unlike any before. Rather than succumb to guilt or regret, he embraced the mantle of the Timelord Victorious with unyielding determination. Convinced that he could wield time itself for the greater good, he saw the chaos he sparked as a crucible for change, a catalyst to assert his dominance over the cosmic order.
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In the throes of regeneration, amidst the swirling energy of temporal imbalance, the Tenth Doctor's transformation was not an act of penance but a defiant assertion of his newfound ethos. As he emerged anew, the incarnation known as the Shadow Doctor (Michael March) that stood before the universe was marked by an unwavering conviction to reshape events, to manipulate the threads of time to his will. The echoes of war and conflict that heralded his change served not as a burden, but as proof of his potential to rewrite the laws of existence itself.
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With each heartbeat of his regenerated form, the Timelord Victorious stood poised to forge a path where his actions would not merely alter destinies, but define the very essence of what it meant to be a Timelord.
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Returning to Earth
Upon arriving, the Shadow Doctor found himself in the heart of London, a city under siege by a devastating temporal threat brought about after The Siege of Time. Emerging from the rifts in time were Raiders, interdimensional scavengers drawn to Earth by temporal anomalies that had been created due to the prior war. These marauders, clad in futuristic armour and wielding advanced weaponry, sought to exploit the chaos and plunder temporal artefacts of immense power.
Their arrival was a direct consequence of the cataclysmic war the Tenth Doctor had ignited and ultimately destroyed, leaving the remnants of both sides scattered across the timelines.
The Raiders' assault was merciless. They tore through the city's defences with ease, their presence warping reality and summoning remnants of bygone eras to aid their cause. Streets crackled with unstable energy, buildings flickered between different time periods, and citizens fled in terror from the onslaught. The sky above London was a chaotic tapestry of past, present, and future, as the Raiders scoured for relics to fuel their insidious ambitions.
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Amidst this temporal maelstrom, the Shadow Doctor leaped into action. Despite grappling with amnesia, he instinctively pieced together fragments of his identity, driven by an innate sense of duty and justice. He navigated the chaotic landscape, using his intellect and resourcefulness to counter the temporal anomalies, striving to restore order to the fractured timeline.
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Complicating matters further, the Time Catchers emerged from the shadows, their mission clear: to erase the Shadow Doctor from existence and sterilize the temporal wound. These relentless enforcers wielded advanced chronal technology, their presence a testament to the gravity of the situation. The Doctor faced a dual battle—one against the temporal threat devastating London, and the other against the Time Catchers determined to expunge him from history.
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With unwavering resolve, the Shadow Doctor confronted these formidable adversaries. He harnessed the remnants of his fragmented memories and the power of the TARDIS, devising strategies to outmanoeuvre the Time Catchers while mitigating the temporal havoc wreaking havoc upon London. In this crucible of chaos, the Shadow Doctor's journey of self-discovery intertwined with his relentless fight to protect Earth, setting the stage for a saga of heroism, resilience, and the ultimate quest for redemption.