#stranger things clues

[generalghosty]

sometimes you have a shower thought so dumb you just gotta draw it

[eddiethebrave]

secret admirer part seven

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By the time eleven rolls around Steve is coming to terms with the fact that Eddie isn’t gonna show up. It’s a bit disappointing but that’s fine. 

He’d only had a beer or two before then, but he starts shooting back shots left and right. He also shows people why he’s called The King. As in, The Keg King. 

Steve really has to pee. The stairs seem like a bad idea, though, and there’s a line outside of the downstairs bathroom (and Steve doesn’t have it in him to argue with people for skipping it even though it’s his fucking house) so he stumbles his way outside and to the side of his house to relieve himself.  

Afterwards, he slumps into one of the pool chairs, not wanting to get back to the party just yet. He dozes off there. 

In the morning, he nurses himself through a hangover and only vaguely remembers Tommy and Carol dragging him upstairs to his room before leaving together. Seems like they worked it out just fine. 

By Monday, Steve’s feeling better.

Eddie i really like your smile, even when you’re being a little shit how was your weekend? anything fun? i missed you at the party  i don’t think you showed but i was really fucked up so who knows that’s ok though, i didn’t really wanna be there either  -H 

As much as he doesn’t want to, Steve skips the sunglasses today. He doesn’t want to be known as that guy. 

This means that when he looks over to Eddie’s table only to find the boy already looking in his direction, he has to act natural when they make eye contact before letting his gaze move on like he was just taking a quick look around the room.

He waits a few minutes before trying again. Eddie’s still looking.

Okay, what the fuck. 

Steve tries one last time about ten minutes later. He’s still looking. 

What the fuck what the fuck what the fuck.

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sorry if i missed anyone!!

[lunabug2004]

The first time I watched s4, I remember thinking this

was such strange blocking for Mike... Like why isn't he celebrating with the others?

Then I remembered the way he's been pulling away from everyone since s2. This is a perfect clue put in for the audience to realize/remember this.

He's not only being hidden from the audience, he's hiding himself from his friends as well!

Istg the blocking in this show is actually genius.

[sexy-sapphic-sorcerer]

My dad's lack of media comprehension serves as a fascinating litmus test for gay subtext. He "didn't pick up on any gay breadcrumbs" between Stede and Ed until the moment they kissed, but he knew that Will Byers was gay just from "it's not my fault you don't like girls" in series 3. It took him way too long to realise that there was something fruity going on in Killing Eve, but he fully believed that Sherlock and John ended up together

[fluffyfangirl]

Byler (pre) relationship (almost) cuddling in bed in fic heals my heart and my soul each time

[ghosttotheparty]

steve meets a pretty guy at a quiet cafe he frequents bc it’s a nice place to zone out and write and they get to chatting; they get along rly rly well and when steve finally asks what the guy does for work his face turns (a lovely shade of) pink and he says ‘have you heard of corroded coffin?’

steve’s brain takes a hot minute to catch up and he just goes ‘oh, yeah, some of my friends listen to them. i’ve heard a few songs and they’re good, but i’m not a big fan’ and the guy just kinda stares at him before steve finally realises

‘please don’t tell me you’re in corroded coffin’

‘,,,im in corroded coffin’

‘fuck oFF’

[blueandyellow7]

Just in case it hasn’t already been consuming your every waking thought, just thought I’d remind you all that byler is ACTUALLY happening

[greenfiend]

The persecutor

[steddieas-shegoes]

Steve was doing this for Robin.

He had to keep telling himself this. He could get through the day, the weekend, life, if he just kept repeating this to himself.

But an hour into their day, his pants ripped.

Not in a place it can be hidden, not a small one.

Right along his ass.

And because Robin insisted he’d be fine, he didn’t bring a bag with a change of clothes.

He could buy some, sure, if he wanted to spend $60 on special convention sweatpants that would be entirely too hot, unflattering, and ruin the costume Robin insisted he wear to match hers.

He was hiding in the bathroom currently, furiously texting Robin to let her know he was just going to stay there until it was time to leave.

She’d be mad at him, but she’d be more mad at herself for not letting him bring a change of clothes.

His pants weren’t even tight. Luke Skywalker doesn’t exactly wear tight clothes. He had no reason behind the rip other than the universe just hating him as much as possible.

Robin told him she would find someone to help, whatever that means, but he didn’t think that was possible without just buying new pants.

He stood in the corner of the continuously crowded bathroom, trying not to draw attention, but knowing it was incredibly odd to just stand in the corner of a public bathroom.

Ten minutes passed and a guy walked in with a backpack and a sign that says “Free Cosplay Repair” and Steve knew what Robin had done.

The man was pretty, and not dressed up, but seemed like he wished he was. Maybe it was difficult to repair if he was wearing some elaborate costume.

Steve didn’t know how this worked.

“Are you Steve?”

Steve nodded.

His voice was calming, and Steve instantly trusted him to fix the problem.

“Heard you’ve got a bit of a problem with the costume. Big or small?”

“Uh. Pretty big, man.”

“Ah. Tear along the ass, then. Happens all the time.”

He set his backpack down and started rummaging through the front pocket. When he pulled out a sewing kit, Steve realized he was going to have to get this fixed in a public bathroom with this very attractive man staring at and touching his ass for who knows how long.

“Um.”

“It’ll be better if you can take them off. I’ll be able to sew it much faster.”

Steve couldn’t just stand around in his boxers. That was not part of the plan or the agreement with Robin. People were coming and going from the bathroom at a rapid rate.

“Is there somewhere private we can go?”

“Awww, Stevie, feeling shy?”

Steve’s face was beet red. He was feeling a little shy, and being called out on it by a hot guy kind of made him think about being called out on other things in other ways and his brain was not doing well.

“My name’s Eddie. I come with my friend Chrissy to a bunch of these every year. We have a tent set up on the show floor for privacy, but you’d have to walk to it. I could walk behind you if you want?”

“Oh. Okay. Um. Sure.”

It was better than standing half naked in this bathroom.

So they left, and Eddie stayed right behind him, covering him from possible exposure to the growing crowd.

He would lean forward and direct him to the tent every few seconds, leaving goosebumps behind from how close he got to his ear to be heard.

When they arrived, Chrissy was finishing up with supergluing something to a mask. Eddie touched her shoulder and whispered something to her. She rolled her eyes and smiled at him before turning back to the person she was helping.

Eddie nudged Steve into their tent.

“Alright, shouldn’t take too long. Take them off, Luke.”

Steve rolled his eyes but followed directions. The faster this was done, the faster he could get back to Robin, who was probably so deep into the crowd by now that he’d never find her anyways.

Maybe he should just stay here. Learn to sew. Become a part of their traveling repair team.

They seemed nice enough.

Eddie got started immediately, and Steve was grateful for the privacy the tent provided. He sat down on a stool they had set up in the corner and put his hands in his lap, covering as much of himself as he could. He was definitely not confident in this place.

He’d embraced that he liked some nerdy things. He was fine with it.

But he was way out of his element here.

“You come to these a lot?”

“No. Just supporting my friend.”

“Explains not being as prepared as the pros.”

“I did try to be. My friend said I’d be fine. Don’t know why I listened to her.”

Eddie snorted. “She a friend or a…friend?”

Steve laughed so loudly, Eddie jumped. “Sorry. She’s very much not straight and I am very much not interested.”

“Is she Leia?”

“Yeah.”

“Everyone will assume you’re together, you know?”

“Yeah, well. She said I had to and I owed her.”

“Must’ve done you a big favor.”

“You could say that.”

Eddie’s hands were moving quickly, and Steve couldn’t help watching in amazement.

“How long have you been doing this?”

“What? Sewing? Or conventions?”

“Both.”

Eddie smiled while he worked.

“Sewing since I was 11. I was in charge of fixing my and my uncle’s clothes since we couldn’t really afford new ones unless I outgrew them. Then in high school I did costumes for drama and cheerleaders. That’s how I met Chrissy. She was a secret nerd so she took me to a convention and I saw too many people crying over broken and torn cosplays so I started doing this.”

“For free?”

“Yeah. I already had most of the supplies on hand and I’m not using them all so why not?”

“That’s really…kind.”

He saw Eddie’s cheeks blush, but he didn’t comment.

Maybe he’d gain some upper hand here despite being half naked in a tent with a stranger.

“It’s not a big deal.”

“It kind of is, man. Just take the compliment. It’s really selfless.”

“Okay. Yeah. I guess. Thanks.”

They settled into a comfortable silence and Steve really took in the tent. There were things hanging up that he vaguely recognized as D&D monsters from Dustin’s room.

“Hey, the kid I babysit is into that.”

“What?”

“The dungeons game.”

“Really?”

“Yeah! I think he even has that exact print in his room.”

“No shit? I made these. I have an Etsy shop.”

“You’re kidding. He’s gonna freak out that I met you.”

“Well, shit. Take one for him.”

“Oh, I couldn’t do that.”

“Yeah you could. I’m not letting you leave until you do.”

Steve felt his heart flutter.

Dustin was like his little brother and he loved him so much. Any time someone did something kind for him, it melted his heart.

He didn’t have time for feelings for a stranger.

Not at a convention where he was the outcast.

“I guess if you insist.”

“I do.”

Steve was a fucking mess. Emotionally, he was the type to get really attached really quickly. It’s why all of his relationships ended within weeks. He was ready to be completely committed and they never were. He fell hard and fast for anyone who showed him even a tiny bit of interest.

He had to get out of this tent.

“I’m not rushing you, but how much longer?”

“I’m almost done. Few more minutes. Doing okay?”

“Yeah. Just wanna find Robin.”

“Text her to meet you here. She knows where it is.”

“How would she know that?”

“I’ve met her a few times at other conventions and she always stops by to say hello.”

Robin knew this guy?

Suddenly, he realized what was going on.

She was setting him up.

“Take your time. She can wait.”

Eddie slowed his hands and looked up at Steve.

“Uh. Okay.”

“She’s a traitor who did this to me on purpose.”

“Ripped your pants?”

“Yes.”

Eddie stopped what he was doing completely.

“She ripped your pants on purpose? How would she have done that?”

“She pulled a seam out or something.”

“Why would she do that?”

“Because she’s trying to set us up.”

“Us?!”

“Yep. Sorry. I promise I don’t expect anything. She just does this sometimes. Thinks I’m lonely or whatever.”

Eddie searched his face for a minute, then looked back down at his work.

“Are you?”

“Am I what?”

“Lonely.”

Well, yeah. Robin didn’t get the assumption from nowhere. But he didn’t really want to admit that to a stranger.

“Yeah, I guess.”

Apparently, he was going to anyways.

“Hm.”

“Hm?”

“Mhm.”

Steve huffed out a breath.

Eddie stood suddenly and came over to Steve, pushing his shoulder back and his legs apart so he could fit between them.

Eddie’s hand cupped his chin, pulling it up so he could look at him.

Steve gulped.

He was feeling more than vulnerable at this point and wasn’t sure what to do about it.

“Your friend must really love you to want to make sure you aren’t lonely.”

“Um. Yeah.”

“You know, I’m taking a lunch break in about an hour if you wanna hang around. I could use some company.”

“Really?”

“Yeah. One condition though.”

“What’s that?”

“You take the pants off again.”

Steve laughed and Eddie couldn’t help the smile he aimed down at him.

“You want me to eat in just my boxers?”

“Well, not just your boxers. That’ll be later at the hotel.”

God, this guy was good. Smoother than Steve’s ever been and he was known for his charming nature for years.

“You think I’ll come back to your hotel?”

“I know you will.”

“Why’s that?”

“Because I only temporarily fixed these pants. The stuff you need is back at my room.”

“What if I don’t care about the pants?”

“All the more reason to leave them off when you come to my room.”

They smiled at each other.

Steve felt brave. He felt a little ridiculous. Most of all, he felt like he couldn’t pass up the opportunity literally staring him in the face.

He leaned up a bit more and waited for Eddie to lean down.

When their lips met, Steve knew he was completely fucked.

Robin had fucked him over and he’d never been so grateful.

[lighthouseas]

established byler going clothes shopping together and mike tries on a leather jacket that he's kind of Unsure in. like he isn't sure if it looks good on him. so of course he consults will and is like hey how does this look ? (while doing a little flex ofc) and will is so error 404 cannot compute system shutdown about it. like. mike is waving a hand in his face , starting to get worried because he thinks will hates it and will is just 😳😳😳😳😳😳😳 because All he can think about is the outline of mike's arms in the jacket and how it matches his hair and Oh Dear He Has Forgotten To Respond .

so instead, he just pulls mike into the nearest dressing room and lets him know how much he likes it with a makeout session CIVILIZED CONVERSATION

[inthewychelm]

Steddie Week: Day seven - Free space/ I Want to Break Free by Queen @steddie-week

word count: 589

Steve woke to the sound of music filling the trailer and an empty bed. The walls were thin enough that he could hear the noise of someone moving around in the kitchen. He knew that Wayne was probably still not due back for a few more hours, and the old man didn’t really prefer to blast Queen in the morning…or early afternoon. 

He took a few moments to linger in bed--Eddie’s bed, before moving to join his boyfriend in the kitchen. Steve wasn’t typically a morning person, but the memory of last night was motivation enough. 

And even if it wasn’t, the sight of his boyfriend dancing along to Freddie’s lyrics while cooking them breakfast definitely was worth it. Eddie smiled up at him as Steve stumbled further into the room, hair wild from sleep and wearing Steve’s button down over boxers. He quickly set down the fork he was using to poke around at whatever was crackling in the pan and made his way to Steve. 

“Morning, sugar.” Eddie crooned, emphasized with a peck to his cheek and a mug of coffee pressed into his palm. Steve chased his lips for another kiss before Eddie moved out of range; which just earned him a delighted snort and a second kiss. 

Steve sipped on the coffee while Eddie went back to the stove. He was admiring the way his hair swayed as he moved out of rhythm to the beat.

“Didn’t think Queen was your thing.” Steve mused. 

“Oh, contraire, my dearest.” Eddie laughed, speaking over his shoulder. “I very much respect Queen and dig their music. But I’m not the one who picked the music playing.”

Steve hummed in confusion. Not about Eddie actually liking Queen. That was surprising, yes, but it made sense when he thought about it. In fact, he was kinda delighted he was still learning things about Eddie. 

As he was thinking about it, the song was starting to sound more familiar. Like, as in listening to it on repeat before and after putting it on a mixtape for Eddie familiar. It really could’ve been just a coincidence, but by the grin on Eddie’s face Steve didn’t think it was.

“Is this my tape?” Steve whined, he didn’t need Eddie to nod to confirm. “What happened to listening to it alone?”

“Ah, I believe I said, I want you to listen to my tape alone. ‘Sides, I was listening alone before you joined me.” 

Steve’s frown didn’t last long after Eddie sang along, shoulders jerking with the sudden beat. His dancing was more of a performance than what Steve was used to. Eddie quickly shut off the stove, finished with the food and his attention solely on Steve. He felt cornered by Eddie’s predatory grin as he shimmied closer. 

Eddie placed his hands on Steve’s hips, pulling them chest to chest. One hand curled around to the small of his back, the other holding his hand. Eddie began swaying along, slightly wild and offbeat. But Steve was enjoying the attention as Eddie crooned along with Freddie.

“It��s strange, but it’s true,” Eddie sang. Steve thinks to himself that Eddie’s twang becomes stronger in the morning and when he sings. “Can’t get over the way you love me like you do”

The grin on Eddie’s lips was so full of love that Steve couldn’t help but follow along. He was still sleepy, but for now he was content to sing and dance with his boyfriend. They could eat a cold breakfast wearing each other’s clothes after. 

[putting-eddie-munson-in-places]

🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️please put him in blues clues (the og with Steve). Thanks 😊

What do YOU think these clues mean?

(drawn eddie under the cut!)

[microwavedemon]

emo mike x scene kid will!!!

this is very self indulgent i hope you guys also enjoy this

[erikiara80]

The Holmes clues

The writers told us that we have to pay attention

So, it's interesting that these guys mention Sherlock and clues, Lucas says he "found one," and then they go to Hopper's cabin, of all places

And there's also a subtle Holmes mention here

That means that in this scene there are important clues, too. The mentions of dogs and suffocating in baggage compartments make me think about Will and Lonnie's truck. The ice machine makes me think about my theory about the accident in a lake on a winter day in the past. And it's also one of the times El blocks Will.

Ok, but more specifically, when we see the name Holmes, this happens. For a moment we see Will's shadow, it's almost like there are two of him

Then El sees this on the billboard

And then this

Shadows, memories within memories, going into someone's memories. Memories that are not your memories etc... So much to think about

[eddiesxangel]

HAVE YOU GUYS SEEN THE STRANGER THINGS X PANDORA COLLECTION

[hellinhawkins]

there is genuinely no reason that i can come up with as to why the duffers created a string of tension among mike and will other than the fact that they are building up a relationship, as you do for slow burn. if byler isn’t endgame, it would be a lot more than a queerbait. it simply wouldn’t make sense.

everyone’s said this before but they seriously could have given will a love interest two seasons ago and everyone would have been much more cool with it than they would be now. they are defining will and mike’s friendship and characters based on will’s love for mike. hell, even mileven is being defined by that at this point.

and there was absolutely no plausible reason as to why they’d do all this if byler isn’t canon. it’s more than just bad writing- we’d probably need a new name for it.

someone please explain to me why they made the airport hug so awkward and why they made byler fight in the rain like a frequent romance scene, and why they even made will in love with mike to start with if he’s only getting repeatedly beaten every season and then has to come to terms with the fact that his best friend doesn’t love him that way, because i truly don’t understand it.