Ruby's mother crying suggests she is not a villain.
Ruby's Mother said nothing when the Doctor initially came Christmas 2004. But in Doctor Who season 14, episode 7, "The Legend of Ruby Sunday," the woman under the hood tears as she leaves baby Ruby Sunday on the church steps. Apart from linking Carla Sunday with the original mother of her baby, the scene also suggests the mother's personality.
Popular ideas about Ruby's Mother's Doctor Who identity included her being Missy/The Master's daughter of The One Who Waits. But it seems doubtful that either of these bad guys would weep as they left Ruby. Sutekh, sometimes known as The One Who Waits, is revealed to be horrible and nasty. Missy simply pretends to be sympathetic rather than really caring. Ruby's original Mother is therefore unlikely to be a villain - at least not without extending the characters. Still, it's also likely that Ruby's emotions regarding the memory were projected in the tears.
Mother of Ruby seems to be controlling time.
Looking at the memories in the Time Window, the Doctor and Ruby Sunday cannot see the face of Ruby Sunday's original Mother; so, the cause does not seem to be usual. Shadows cover the face no matter how hard they attempt to control the memories. The doctor seems to think that Ruby's mother's face is being hidden by something altering time.
The Doctor also notes that their memory is always shifting, suggesting that someone might be meddling with the past. This suggests that Ruby's mother is able to control time. She might be a Time Lord or one of the Pantheon, both of which have power to tamper with time.
Mother of Ruby Could Spot Sutekh
Ruby's mother seems to have great information of the god of death as The Doctor didn't even aware Sutekh was on the TARDIS.
Looking back at Christmas Day 2004, the figure under the hood circles and points at the Doctor. The Doctor is perplexed with her pointing straight at them as they have no idea why. But the ending of Doctor Who season 14, episode 7, "The Legend of Ruby Sunday," suggests that Ruby might have sensed Sutekh, a TARDIS guest under disguise. Ruby's mother seems to have great information of the god of death as The Doctor didn't even aware Sutekh was on the TARDIS. This supports the idea that Ruby's mother, in Doctor Who, is either a member of or sexually engaged with one of the Pantheon.
Theory: Ruby's Mother is Susan, Granddaughter of the Doctor
The most obvious contender was Susan Twist's Doctor Who character, Susan Triad; the BBC show made frequent hints about Susan, The Doctor's granddaughter, returning to the program in season fourteen. The actor, the character, and the granddaughter of the doctor do after all share the same name. Susan is Ruby's mother logically now that the character's actual identity— Sutekh—has been exposed.
This would avoid the build-up acting as a fakeout. Should Susan be Ruby's mother, the program might bring the cherished character back into the story or at least offer some background on her activities since her previous Doctor Who visit. Moreover, if Susan was the woman under the cloak, Ruby would be part Time Lord, which would explain her peculiarities.
Theory: Ruby's Mother Is Mrs. Flood.
Doctor Who could solve two big mysteries by using one of the biggest theories about the identity of Ruby’s mother. Ruby’s mother could very well be Mrs. Flood. Ruby’s next-door neighbor seems to be especially friendly with the Sundays. She also has a working knowledge of TARDISes and The One Who Waits, indicating that she might be a Time Lord or an alien who has some connection to Gallifrey. If Mrs. Flood was a Time Lord and Ruby’s mom, this would explain Ruby’s strange, missing lineage as well as her ability to produce snow.
If Mrs. Flood was Ruby’s mother, the former character’s disappearance during the middle of the 2023 Doctor Who Christmas Special would make sense. Mrs. Flood would theoretically only be there because she’s watching over her biological daughter. If Ruby were taken by the goblins, there would be no reason for Mrs. Flood to live next door to Carla Sunday.
Theory: Ruby’s Mother Is River Song
One of the more exciting possibilities for the identity of Ruby’s mom is River Song. River Song has Time Lord DNA which allows her to regenerate, and her extremely confusing timeline makes it possible that River Song could have more than the three known regenerations. If this is the case, the woman could have had a baby either prior to her relationship with the Doctor or with the Doctor without them being aware of this. The latter causes confusion related to why River Song would give up the baby without the Doctor knowing.
In either circumstance, though, River has Time Lord DNA infused with her human DNA, both of which would pass along to her offspring, explaining Ruby’s ability to produce snow and why the DNA scan would identify her as a human. Theoretically, the proto-Time Lord’s child would have a connection to the TARDIS like her mother before since they share the same DNA. Consequently, Ruby would be able to harness the TARDIS’ powers through the mental connection.
Theory: Ruby’s Mother Is A TARDIS
Because TARDISes have a chameleon circuit, the new TARDIS would be able to take on new forms, including a humanoid appearance.
An Outlandish Doctor Who theory, created on r/Gallifrey by the user Trevastation, says that Ruby’s mother is the TARDIS, and the theory has more credence than it seems at first glance. From the very start, the Doctor feels like they have a special connection with Ruby, and they reemphasize this in Doctor Who season 14, episode 3, “Boom,” when they say that Ruby is the only one they can talk to. One explanation for this is Ruby being a foundling, but it’s also possible that the connection between the Doctor and Ruby comes from her TARDIS lineage. After all, the Third Doctor worked with UNIT, trying to fix the TARDIS in their lab. It’s plausible that UNIT kept experimenting with pieces of the TARDIS, growing a new one in the process. Because TARDISes have a chameleon circuit, the new TARDIS would be able to take on new forms, including a humanoid appearance. The original theory suggests that the new TARDIS had a child with a human, creating Ruby, but it’s also possible that Ruby is the TARDIS itself.
Theory: Ruby’s Mother’s Identity Doesn’t Matter (But Her Father’s Does)
The last best theory related to the identity of Ruby’s mother says that the cloaked woman is inconsequential to Ruby’s peculiarities. The woman is just an ordinary woman. However, her father could very well be The One Who Waits, Sutekh. If Ruby was the daughter of Sutekh, Maestro’s fear of the young woman would make a lot more sense. In this circumstance, Ruby would be a familiar relative of Maestro, making her equally powerful.
Moreover, her song would be imbued with the power of the Gods rather than normal music. The possible connection would also explain the snow and the lack of known relatives. DNA tests probably wouldn’t account for the Pantheon. This lineage would also explain why the woman in the memory cries, an unlikely occurrence if her mother was part of the Pantheon. Unfortunately, Doctor Who would be foolish to take this route because it would be underwhelming and sound too much like Rey’s story in Star Wars’ Skywalker Saga.
The Mystery of Ruby Sunday: A Central Element of Doctor Who Season 14
The identity of Ruby's mother has been a central mystery in Doctor Who season 14, intriguing fans and keeping them on the edge of their seats. The show has dropped numerous clues throughout the season, prompting theories and speculation. The latest episode, "The Legend of Ruby Sunday," has only intensified this mystery, leaving audiences craving answers.
The Doctor Who season 14 finale promises to reveal the truth behind Ruby's lineage, potentially offering a satisfying resolution to one of the season's most intriguing mysteries. With its blend of sci-fi, adventure, and heartwarming character development, Doctor Who season 14 has captivated fans with its diverse cast and intriguing storylines. The season's finale promises a thrilling and emotional conclusion, leaving fans on the edge of their seats, eager to see what the future holds for the Doctor, Ruby Sunday, and the Whoniverse.
