Definition

In fandom, the romantic pairing or outcome that is considered the 'final' or 'true' romantic conclusion of a story. Fans often debate or predict which characters will be endgame long before a series ends.

Example Usage

Many fans predicted those two would be endgame by the end of the series.

Origin

Borrowed from chess terminology; popularized in fandom discussions to describe the final romantic resolution.

Fun Fact

Endgame discussions can become intense in fandoms, with fans creating theories and analyzing text for clues about which pairing the creators intend.

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