Oh, yes, often! Here, there, not-there, over-there, everywhere, anywhere in between. Loads of worlds and species out there have this same sort of collection, a repository of what's long past.

Of course, it's only ever part of the story, and not often the whole story or even the true story, but it's a jumping-off point and a conversation starter at the very least. Take us, for example, now we have something to talk about, all because of these bones.

[ He smiles eagerly. ]

To be fair, though, I would have found a reason to talk to you, with or without the remains of our dear departed friend here.

[ Hands folded behind his back now, the Doctor steps a little closer to the man who's spoken to him, giving a nod towards the notebook in his hand. ]

Gathering your observations?