I hate being right all the time.

So as previously discussed, I predicted that Marissa Cooper would be killed in the last episode of Season 3 by an enraged Kevin Volchok. I was right.

This totally changes things on the O.C. Obviously, things will need to be restructured to account for the college-bound Summer and Ryan, while there is a vacancy in the Cooper household. I really, really, really, hope that they figure out some way to keep Summer and Ryan at home, to avoid the phenomenon that doomed Saved by the Bell, the College Years. Ryan, I'm certain will remain. Afterall, he had a part in Marissa's death, and I'm guessing the that ultra-efficient legal system in the O.C. will quickly implicate Ryan in some fashion. Otherwise, he will be so guilt-ridden that he'll stay for some reason or another. The producers also conveniently grounded Cohen, by staying his RISD acceptance until the January semester. Summer may be in and out of the O.C., which should make for an interesting side-plot as she undoubtedly falls for a new guy at Brown.

The greatest change is bound to occur in the Cooper home. I am willing to bet that Julie will still marry Dr. Roberts. I also bet that Caitlin Cooper will move home to take Marissa's place in the cast, which structures an opportunity to bring in an interesting "side cast" that will keep the subplots fresh. However, I have a feeling that the show will sorely miss Marissa. To honor her memory, here is a short list of highlights I have compiled from memory.

The Men (and Woman) Marissa Did:

1. Luke Ward
2. Ryan Atwood
3. D.J. (He didn't have a last name, but he didn't need one, he was one of two minorities to ever have a speaking role on the show)
4. Ryan Atwood (again)
5. Alexandra (the short-lived but very hot girl on girl relationship)
6. Ryan Atwood (once more!)
7. Kevin Volchok

Marissa's near-death experiences:

1. Overdosing on tequila and painkillers in Tijuana.
2. Being held at gunpoint by Oliver in season one.
3. Her altercation at the strip club/celebrity party.
4. Being attacked by Tre Atwood on the beach.
5. Nearly falling with Johnny as he committed suicide.
6. That time she died last episode.

Memorable Marissa Moments:

1. Being hot.
2. The time Marissa found out her mom had been fucking her high-school ex-boyfriend.
3. Marissa reconnecting to the wayward Jimmy Cooper.
4. Always trying to save the person in distress, but always falling to her own weaknesses (Here I reference Oliver, Tre, Volchok, Jimmy, Caitlin).
5. Shooting Tre to save Ryan.
6. Disowning Volchok and reconnecting with Ryan in a hearbreaking prom scene.

The O.C. Death Count: 3
(Caleb, Johnny, Marissa)