Ep 12. The Time Meddler, Checkmate

The Time Meddler, Checkmate is the season 1 finale of Doctor Who: The Best of The First Doctor. In this episode, the Doctor and his companions, Vicki and Steven, arrive in Saxon England and stumble upon a monastery where they encounter a mysterious monk who seems to have knowledge of technology far beyond what should be possible in that time period.

As they begin to investigate the monk and his motives, they discover that he is not just a solitary figure but part of a group known as the "Meddling Monk", a renegade Time Lord who has been manipulating time for his own gain. The Doctor and his companions are determined to thwart the Monk's plans and save the timeline from his meddling.

As the Monk's scheme unfolds, they find themselves caught up in a deadly game of chess where each move could have disastrous consequences for history. With the fate of the future hanging in the balance, the Doctor must use all of his wit and cunning to outmaneuver the Monk and save the timeline from certain doom.

The Time Meddler, Checkmate is a thrilling and suspenseful conclusion to season 1 of The Best of The First Doctor, with plenty of twists and turns to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. It showcases the Doctor's ingenuity and resourcefulness as he battles against a fellow Time Lord, and highlights the importance of preserving the integrity of time itself.

Fans of classic Doctor Who will love this episode for its clever writing and intricate plot, as well as the strong performances from William Hartnell as the Doctor, Maureen O'Brien as Vicki, and Peter Purves as Steven. It is a fitting end to the first season and sets up plenty of excitement for what is to come in future episodes.