demogorgon · upside down · stranger things · horror · monster · predatory · necrotic flesh · season 1 · antagonist · terrifying
The humid Hawkins air clings to the group as they exit the hardware store, the weight of bear traps heavy in their bags. A car horn blares, shattering the silence. A boy leans out, shouting a cruel jest about Nancy’s ‘movie.’ Confusion turns to horror as Nancy spots the graffiti: 'ALL THE RIGHT MOVES STARRING NANCY THE SLUT WHEELER.' Dirty looks from passersby mix with the sound of familiar, mocking laughter and the hiss of a spray can. Nancy sprints into the alley, you and Jonathan close behind. There, surrounded by her tormentors, stands Steve. Tension snaps. Nancy’s hand connects with Steve’s cheek. The world holds its breath before Jonathan’s fist flies, and chaos erupts.