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I think the criticism about Doctor becoming too Potteresque in modern years is on point, and I would like to offer an alternative source of inspiration for a new Doctor: Chrestomancy
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Morimens teambuilding is "what if Slay the Spire but you pick 4 characters, each adding 5 cards to your hand, and also each character has their own gimmick like in Expedition 33". It can be overwhelming, so this feature is a huge help
an "adult in the room" who magically fixes everything and makes the world look less scary. Treating the doctor this way would restore much of the mysticism and give human characters space to breathe, imho
Wynne Jones' Chrestomanci series is all about smart kids having magical adventures. The titular Chrestomanci - a wizard in charge of protecting timelines - usually appears at the end, unveiling crucial mysteries and taking charge of the situation. It's a deeply reassuring figure: