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Originally Posted by Kazu-kun
Well, I don't think the meaning of this term is that rigid and clear, but I think today most people just use that term to describe an ending where the "solution" to the conflic isn't earned.
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The meaning is rigid and clear it is just often used incorrectly. What you are saying is not a deus ex machina.
A deus ex machina is a contrived plot device that
comes out of nowhere to save the characters from a hopeless situation. I just can't see how the diary (which has been clearly set up beforehand) is a deus ex machina.
I am sorry that this is turning a bit off topic, I just had to get that off my chest. I don't care if people complain about that possible ending, I just wish they wouldn't use that term.
