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Will Byers continues to be haunted by his time in the Upside Down, experiencing "episodes" where he sees a gargantuan, spider-like entity known as the Mind Flayer . This entity eventually enters Will’s body, using him as a spy to spread a mysterious "plague" of tunnels and vines beneath Hawkins.

While many praised the season for its increased scale and character development—particularly the unexpected bond between Steve Harrington and the younger kids—some viewers felt it lacked the tight, curiosity-piquing mystery of the first season. Stranger Things (S02)

An eccentric conspiracy theorist who assists Nancy and Jonathan in exposing the truth about the lab. Critical and Fan Reception Will Byers continues to be haunted by his

Several key characters were introduced this season who became staples of the franchise: Stranger Things (S02)