[ComicGuy89]

I liked the ending and I think Clara gave the Doctor a well deserved talking to. In my opinion, Clara is thus far is one of the most assertive companions of the New Series, and is something the Doctor needs a bit more of. In that respect she feels a lot like Martha, someone who calls the Doctor out. The moment that stood out the most from this episode was when Clara left the TARDIS, leaving the Doctor stunned, unable to come up with a retort like he always has.

As for the emotional aspect, I feel that the Doctor has done worse for companions in the New Series. Clara is at least more reasonable than say, Amy, and so far, while they don't get along well with each other, it makes for a good watch. Further, a disagreeable Doctor brings out way more in Clara and her personality than Matt Smith's Doctor did, because with Smith they usually got along.

Capaldi's Doctor is extremely interesting. He's a mighty big jerk, the kind of character I'd usually steer far away from, but I do find him very entertaining to watch. He's a likable jerk, and while I wouldn't say he's my favourite Doctor, I do enjoy his series so far. Hopefully he'll find his heroic footing once again, that someone will show him that emphatic side he once had.