Mel

Portrayed by: Bonnie Langford

Doctor(s): Sixth Doctor, Seventh Doctor

Tenure: 6 stories (20 episodes), from Terror of the Vervoids (Nov, 1986) to Dragonfire (Dec, 1987)

Background: Mel is a computer genius from the near future (when her stories aired, that is. She’s from the early 21st century). As the Doctor, and the audience, first meet her after she’s already met him, we don’t find out much about her backstory or her family and friends.

Personality: Mel is bubbly and outgoing. While she has a strong personality, she is usually upbeat and friendly, with seemingly boundless energy. She’s dedicated to healthy and happy living, sticking firmly to her beliefs, such as her vegetarianism, and encouraging the Doctor and others to better themselves and their health as well.

Special Skills: Eidetic memory, computer skills, energy and optimism

Best Story: The Ultimate Foe wraps up the Trial of a Time...