Board Thread:Spoilers!/@comment-27060727-20160225003107/@comment-1916997-20160411182942

Hmcooper4 wrote: Nothing new, but I'm becoming convinced that Hades will be dethroned from his place in the Underworld.

Here's how I see the endgame on this working:

1. Hades reconciles with Zeus because he was finally able to find Love (with Zelena). But not before a huge family argument. (all handled present day, no Hades Flashbacks)

2. Hades moves to Olympus with his brother and Nephew.

3. However, the Underworld can not remain unruled, nor can the general public realize that Hades is no longer in charge. And, despite what we saw in 5x2, Robin still owes a debt. It was not paid.

4. So Hades offers his place to Robin (reasoning still to be determined). but in order to take Hades place, Robin must "die".

5. Robin agrees to the arrangement. And everyone that is in the UW is sworn to secrecy.

6. Robin releases the heroes to return to the normal realm, (and maybe allows some of the people with unfinished business to return as well. I'm thinking possibly the Blind Witch and James).

7. Regina is allowed to come visit regularly, and it's Regina that is the Persephone figure, to Robin's Hades. And similarly, Hades will be allowed to come and visit Zelena regularly.

8. Upon return to the overworld, Regina and company arrange the funeral for Robin to cover his otherwise unexplained disappearance.

9. Zelena will have custody of her Baby, and will raise her with help from her Sister.

none of this will likely happen, but I think it could make a good story nonetheless. Interesting theory, and it would be something different for the show to do. I like it.