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This was an amazing episode; the best yet! I have a theory about the planet and the entity on it. Please note that my theory is based on what Marvel already established in the comics. So if you never learned about the comics, don't try backing or opposing my theory.

The following was my thought process in conceiving the theory.

1. In the comics, many cosmic beings exist to govern their respective universe; Earth 616 has by far the most.

2. Among these entities exist four of the most powerful: Eternity, Infinity, Oblivion, and Death.

3. Also in Earth 616 exist the Elders of the Universe, sole survivors of the first sentient races to exist that became immortal through sheer force of will.

4. Each Elder dedicated their immortal existence to perfecting an aspect of said existence i.e. physical prowess, mental enhancement, speed enhancement, ect.

5. Also each Elder chose a world to hone their chosen skill and to become a physical statement to all races of their progress in honing that skill.

6. The cinematic universe might have used this concept and applied it to the four most powerful cosmic beings.

7. The planet was one of four "Sanctary Realms" assigned by the writers to each cosmic being; more specifically Death's Sanctuary.

8. From here we can infer that the reason no one ever returns is not because it's impossible, but rather Death has created the single best method of adding souls to the afterlife. By sapping all positive emotion in an atmosphere that only serves to amplify the general feeling of hopelessness, the trapped inhabitants try in vain to remain hopeful of escape thus making their defeat that much more shattering. If things begin to go their way, Death brings their efforts to ruin. The entire ordeal screams: "I have you.  For all eternity.  Hope is meaningless.  Life is meaningless.  Give up.  It's better that way."

Personally, I pity Jemma for surviving. Now that she's back, she finds no joy in living.