Rem's happy ending is no longer canon in Re:Zero starting life in another world

the community of Re:Zero starting life in another world, passionate and dedicated to following the web novel, was shaken by an update that was not exactly what they expected. Instead of an anticipated new chapter, fans found that tappei nagatsuki had removed all the chapters of “What If Rem” from the web novel.

For those who don't know, Re:Zero What:IF Rem is a spin-off story that explores in depth what would have happened if rem I would have agreed to run away with Subaru during the events seen in the third story arc.

This spin-off stands out mainly because it reimagines the two characters as a cute couple who would have two children and live happily until the end of their lives, showing waifu fans an alternate version of the story where their favorite girl wins and she happily ends up with the boy she loves.

The removal of these chapters left many wondering why the author had taken such a drastic measure, leading to theories that this action could indicate that What: IF Rem It is no longer canon and the requested happy ending for Rem never came to be.

What happened to What: IF Rem?

Fortunately for fans, the confusion didn't last long, as it was quickly revealed that the episodes of “What: IF Rem” have been moved to a new page. nagatsuki created this new separate section to show “stories that are disconnected from the main story”, even using kanji to designate them as “non-canon”.

This decision clearly indicates that the history of the «And if” of rem no longer occurs within the main plot of ReZero. While it could previously be considered an in-universe possibility, it has now been separated and exists solely as fanservice for fans.

The move to remove this story from canon can be interpreted in a number of ways. Some believe it reflects the author's intention to emphasize that rem never agreed to run away with Subaru in any timeline, while others theorize that it is related to recent events in the main story.

While some may be disappointed at the loss of this spin-off story within the canon of Re:Zero starting life in another worldothers may see this as a decision that reflects the direction and focus of the main plot.

Anyway, the universe of Re:Zero starting life in another world It remains as fascinating and enigmatic as ever, and this move by the author only adds another layer of mystery to an already deeply complex and interesting series.