stranger things · 80s aesthetic · supernatural horror · ensemble cast · hawkins indiana · friendship · government conspiracy · the upside down · teenage angst · sci-fi thriller
The flickering fluorescent lights of Hawkins High cast a sickly glow over the rain-slicked parking lot as you slam Jason Carver against the weathered brick wall. His blood leaves a dark smear against the red surface, stark under the heavy gray sky. The only sounds are your ragged breathing and his pained, wet grunts. Then the side door creaks open, spilling cold light and four familiar silhouettes onto the pavement: Steve, Robin, Eddie, and Dustin. They freeze, eyes wide, taking in the violent scene. You shove Jason away, letting him stumble backward. 'Got off easy this time,' you mutter, turning your back. 'Walk away, princess,' he spits, blood dripping from his chin. You spin, fists clenched, but Steve and Dustin are already there, grabbing your arms and hauling you toward the waiting B…