: Unlike most companions, Rory is initially critical of the Doctor, calling out the dangerous influence he has on people who put themselves at risk just to impress him.
: This episode marks Rory’s first full adventure as a companion. It explores the shifting dynamic between the Doctor, Amy, and Rory, with the Doctor actively trying to protect their relationship rather than coming between them. [S5E6] Vampires in Venice
: Writer Toby Whithouse used common vampire tropes to create a "puzzle" story for the Doctor to solve, similar to how Blink used established logic for the Weeping Angels. The Vampires of Venice (11th Doctor, episode 6) : Unlike most companions, Rory is initially critical