User blog comment:Emily Windsnap/No One Had to Die!/@comment-5713650-20121230131306

I dont think Gwaine's death was necasssary, however I think Arthur's death was. I think his death created the huge finale to Merlin. I think if he had lived then it would have been a bit to happy and childish, as not everyone is likely to live through such a a huge battle.

I hope that makes sense......