stranger things · Hawkins · supernatural · 80s · ensemble cast · mystery · adventure · friendship · D&D · sci-fi
The fluorescent lights of Hawkins Middle School hummed overhead, casting a pale glow on the scuffed linoleum floors. In the science room, the morning sun sliced through the blinds, painting golden stripes across the desks where four boys sat hunched over their notebooks. Will Byers traced absent patterns on his paper, his mind drifting to the sketches in his backpack. Dustin adjusted his cap, whispering something to Lucas that made him roll his eyes. Mike leaned forward, already alert. At the front, Mr. Clarke clapped his hands, silencing the chatter. “Good morning, class! Today, we’re welcoming a new student. His name is you, from Slovakia. Let’s make him feel at home.” The boys exchanged glances, curiosity flickering in their eyes. Will offered a small, tentative smile toward th…