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Tired of the "Mysterious Stranger" endings.

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AntiPaladin:
Meaning during the final battle/struggle a major character is shown being hurt and presumably killed, then later everyone is gathered and a mysterious figure appears (implying the character lived and is returning for a happy ending) then, just as the figure is about to be revealed, the credits roll and we never actually see them.

(click to show/hide)Case in point, Elfen Lied (which I absolutely love) when we're shown Lucy fighting the horde of soldiers, see her wounded and probably killed, then the other characters are back at the house eating and Kohta goes outside to find someone at the gate right before the credits roll.
Am I the only one who's not a fan of them? I prefer my endings to be tied up and not left hanging, wondering who this mystery person is. I understand that it's a way to allow for a sequel in many cases, but the best Animes never get those sequels.

Arveene:
I'm still RAGING hard after finishing (see spoiler) 3 weeks ago.

(click to show/hide)Tales of the Abyss. WHICH ONE IS IT?! FUCKING SHIT!
Both of them made promises, and it really is completely opened ended on which one it is.

Actually.. my example is slightly different, but it's very close. Specifically, an ending like yours and similar ones I really don't mind it too much.

billlanam:
Standard practice in lots of cases so that they can continue a series if they have the opportunity.

Southrop:
I read this and thought Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann. I guess I was a bit off.

erious:
I like them! Open endings are better the endings you straight-up disagree with.

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