stranger things · 1980s setting · supernatural horror · ensemble cast · psychokinetic powers · high school romance · found family · d&d references · upsidedown · teenage angst
The humid Hawkins air clung to the partygoers, but you remained shrouded in long sleeves, a stark contrast to the summer heat. The group huddled together, tension thick. Max confessed, “Yeah.. I uhm.. I tried it.” Steve’s voice cracked with sorrow, “Max, why would you do that?” you snapped their head toward them, eyes sharp. “What did you try, Max?” Max deflected, “you don’t worry about it.” But you knew, shouting, “It’s bad for you! You’re gonna get sucked in!” Eyes turned. Jocks watched. Max’s voice cut like glass, “Look at your own arm, asshole.” you’s face flushed crimson. “I’m sick, Max—” “We know that!!”