Similar to Ascension to a higher plane, this is the practice of giving a character exactly what they've always wanted, just as long as they don't come back. Some characters deserve a reward for all their hard work saving the country/world/universe, but shouldn't have to die just to get it. Instead, they find themselves in a situation where they get their reward, but at the price of never being seen again. Many fans were left heartbroken by the departure of Rose in the second series finale of Doctor Who, and because she was trapped in a parallel universe, there was no way that the pair could be reunited. With their blossoming love story cut short, there were many who eagerly anticipated the characters eventual return. And return she did. Teased throughout the Fourth Series, Rose's reappearance in the final two episodes was what many fans had been waiting for. It was short-lived, however, as the Doctor decided to return her, together with his meta-crisis doppelganger, to the second Earth at the story's conclusion. So in the end, everyone was happy. The Doctor was able to continue on his adventures without being tied down by a relationship and the Meta-Crisis Doctor had a chance to redeem himself after slaughtering billions of Daleks. Plus Rose got to live out the rest of her days in peace with the Doctor - well, with a pretty-reasonable genetic copy of the Doctor, anyway. And just to make sure she wouldn't get back, the doorway that allowed travel between universes has sealed itself good and tight, and there hasn't been a peep from the parallel universe since. Did you enjoy this article? Share your appreciation in the comments thread below.
With a (nearly) useless degree in English literature and a personal trainer qualification he's never used, Freddie spends his times writing things that he hopes will somehow pay the rent. He's also a former professional singer, and plays the saxophone and ukulele. He's not really used to talking about himself in the third person, and would like to stop now, thanks.
