In this second of two Master themed articles, I will today, in this second of two Master themed articles discuss my top five Master stories. The Master was first introduced to us in the 1971 story 'The Terror of the Autons' played by Roger Delgado. He was conceived as the sort of Moriarty of Doctor Who, facing almost every Doctor and facing the 12th Doctor recently as she in 'Dark Water'. 5) Derek Jacobi. I Just love Jacobi's version of The Master. Already an established actor, Jacobi shines in the role. You just have to watch the outtakes for the story to see how much fun he's having. Only appearing in the one story (and half of it he's not even The Master) he still a success. That one line 'I... am... The Master' which is delivered so manically is enough to put him in fifth place (beating the guy covered in rotting flesh and Julia Roberts brother). 4) John Simm. Marmite in the Doctor Who world I would say - some like him others say he's the worst because of how he was written. I loved Simm's acting and character but I just couldn't believe he was The Master. I felt he would have been better as a new character. I enjoyed his chemistry with Tennant and Simm played the character he was given perfectly (dat laugh). I also enjoyed the 4 knocks arc. 3) Michelle Gomez. Just amazing. I must admit I felt confused and rather sad at Missy's master reveal but she has put any doubt about her being The Master to rest. Michelle is an excellent actor who plays the master with a sort of sadistic confidence. It was quite a risky thing having a female version of such an iconic villain but it was a good risk that certainly paid off and I can't wait to see her again soon. 2) Anthony Ainley. At first he appears as a kind of copy of Roger Delgado's Master (even down to the facial hair) but as you watch him you see Ainley's talents shine. He seems to flourish in the role with a mad gleam in his eye and the sadistic smile. Taking on a role that was previously held by an amazing actor must have been quite difficult, but he managed to stick with Doctor Who for the most stories, appearing all the way from Tom Bakers last to classic Doctor Who's last, he is very much a fan favourite, making kids hide behind the sofa for almost 10 years. 1) Roger Delgado. Such a talented actor making his untimely death all the more tragic. He was perfect for the role of The Master and indeed the success of the character was down to him. Often there is no competition between him - the first incarnation of The Master and the many others who have taken on the role, and rightly so. He, even now is still the Master and probably forever will be. His use of facial expressions like the stare that would probably kill you mixed with the dark costume creates an unsetteling combination. In real life Roger was quoted as being 'kind and a Gentleman'.
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