Speculation on Reichenbach

[karadinart]

since the obvious fear is Sherlock's literal death, and since we can infer that Moriarty is out to discredit Sherlock, taking in account Benedict's words 'may find it difficult to come back' I'm gonna guess that Sherlock's Fall is his inability to serve any longer as a consulting detective, which would certainly burn the heart out of him. In some ways, death would be kinder.

Comments

[karadin.livejournal.com]

Well since none of the other episodes this year was close to canon, why should this one be? I'm horrified at what might become of Sherlock if he's taken away from the profession that gives him any joy, and what if Mycroft wanted him to have nothing to turn to - but Sherlock should work for him?

[bulleteyes.livejournal.com]

Yes, given that Mycroft does indeed "watch over" Sherlock in this series that is all around a strong possibility.