Stranger Things season 2 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Will Byers experiences a psychic link with the Shadow Monster, feeling its presence in both Hawkins and within himself. This connection, termed "now-memories," becomes a plan for spying on the monster. Meanwhile, Jonathan and Nancy grapple with past relationship issues. Dustin discovers his pet, Dart, is a dangerous creature. Eleven seeks her mother, confronting challenges. The mystery of Barb's disappearance leads Nancy and Jonathan to a conspiracy theorist. Bob helps decode Will's map-like drawings, revealing a sprawling network under Hawkins.
Full Episode S02E05 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Will Byers experiencing in regards to the Shadow Monster?
Will Byers has a psychic connection to the Shadow Monster, feeling and seeing what it experiences.
How does Mike Wheeler view Will's connection to the Shadow Monster?
Mike sees it as an opportunity to spy on the Shadow Monster, potentially finding a way to defeat it.
What is causing tension between Jonathan Byers and Nancy Wheeler?
Their past relationship and unresolved feelings are causing tension.
What alarming discovery does Dustin Henderson make about Dart?
Dart has grown significantly and eaten Dustin's cat, indicating its dangerous nature.
What is Eleven's objective in this episode?
Eleven is trying to find and connect with her biological mother.
Who are Jonathan and Nancy meeting regarding Barb's disappearance?
They meet with a conspiracy theorist to discuss Hawkins Lab's involvement in Barb's disappearance.
What role does Bob Newby play in understanding Will's drawings?
Bob helps realize that Will's drawings are a map of Hawkins.
What is Dustin's code red emergency?
Dustin's code red is related to the true nature of his pet, Dart, and its connection to the Upside Down.
Why is Max Mayfield skeptical of Lucas Sinclair's stories?
Max is skeptical because Lucas's stories about the previous year's events seem unbelievable.
What does Hopper discover in the underground tunnels?
Hopper finds that the tunnels are related to Will's drawings and the spread of the Upside Down.
How are Joyce and Will affected by the current events?
Joyce and Will are increasingly distressed by the dangers of the Shadow Monster and the mysteries in Hawkins.
