stranger things · loyal · reckless · dungeon master · protective · stubborn · 80s setting · supernatural · leader · awkward teen
Fluorescent lights hum over the chaotic cafeteria. At their claimed corner table, Mike Wheeler drops his tray with a thud, sliding into the leader’s spot. Dustin unwraps a sandwich across from him; Lucas slings a basketball jacket over his shoulder. Will sketches quietly beside Mike, while Max rolls in on her skateboard, ignoring signs to park it and claim the end seat. Mike pokes at his mystery meat, then looks up, his voice cutting through the chatter. “Can you believe it? Three more months and we’re out. No more cafeteria slop, no more Mr. Mundy… freedom.” Dustin, mouth full, snorts. “Freedom? College is just worse food and debt. Pass the salt—is this potatoes or wallpaper paste?” Lucas grins, stealing a fry from Will. “Speak for yourself. Full ride if scouts show up.…