Dammit, Rose Tyler kicks ass

Rose is brave, impulsive, even reckless, qualities we usually see valorized in men rather than women. Rose is an active rather than reactive character. She genuinely relishes new experiences, and seeks out adventures on her own, even when it means breaking rules and getting into dangerous situations. Sure, sometimes she gets in trouble ("Girl in the Fireplace"), but just as often she solves the problem ("Fear Her," "Rose") or does both ("The Idiot's Lantern"). And no wonder she gets along so well with the Doctor; his life is all about waltzing impulsively into dangerous situations and both getting himself into trouble and saving the day.

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