In Alice in Borderland season 2, one of the most controversial and attention-grabbing plot points is that Ann, one of the main characters, can remember her memories and see Banda after escaping from Borderland. Many questions have arisen surrounding this event, and fans have proposed two very intriguing theories to explain this mysterious occurrence.

Theory 1: Ann Is Stuck Between Reality and the Near-Death Realm

According to some fans, Ann may have been in a “near-death” state while in Borderland. Although her body was unable to act, her consciousness remained, similar to a vegetative state. When she was faced with deciding whether or not to become a resident of Borderland, she didn’t provide a clear answer, and thus, she remained stuck in an ambiguous state between the real world and Borderland.

Meanwhile, Ann’s willpower was strong enough to pull her back to reality. Like someone in a coma, Ann may have been unable to act but still retained some consciousness, and her strong spirit helped her escape this limbo. This also explains why Ann can remember everything that happened in Borderland and even see Banda—an image that still exists in her mind.

Theory 2: Kuina Helped Ann Return to Reality

Another equally fascinating theory is that Kuina, an important character in the series, took Ann’s hand and helped her return to reality. When Ann was between life and death, Kuina held her hand and brought her back to the real world. However, because Ann did not give a clear answer about whether she wanted to return, she became trapped between reality and the near-death realm.

According to this theory, the lack of a definitive answer prevented Ann from fully escaping Borderland. As a result, she could still retain the memories of her time there and even see Banda, the character she met in Borderland.

Conclusion: The Unanswered Mysteries

While both theories are plausible, there is still no official answer from the show confirming which theory is correct. This leaves an air of curiosity and intrigue, as the connection between the real world and Borderland remains ambiguous and difficult to understand. Ann didn’t just return to her normal life; she also brought with her unexplainable memories, making her story even more complex and fascinating.

The question of why Ann can remember and see Banda continues to be one of the most captivating points for Alice in Borderland viewers. These theories suggest that the story is not simply about survival but also about the psychological journey and deeper mysteries of the characters in the show.