So, I was binge-watching Stranger Things the other day, and I found myself wondering, "Hey, how old is Erica now?" You know, the witty, sharp-tongued little sister of Lucas who's always got her own agenda? I mean, she's grown up so much since we first met her in season two, right?
Now, I know what you're thinking, "Dude, it's not like they put her birthdate in the credits or something." And you're right, they didn't. But that didn't stop me from doing a little digging. After all, I'm not just a fan, I'm an investigator – at least, in my own living room.
Let's Do the Math
First things first, we need to establish when Stranger Things takes place. The show is set in the 80s, but the exact year varies by season. Season one is set in 1983, season two in 1984, and so on. Now, we know Erica was 12 in season two, which was set in 1984. So, she was born in 1972, right?
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But wait, there's a catch. The show's timeline isn't linear. The seasons skip around a bit, and there's a gap between seasons two and three. So, Erica could be older than we think. Let's assume she ages at the same rate as the seasons progress. That would make her 13 in season three (1985), 14 in season four (1986), and... well, you get the idea.
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Erica in Season Five
Now, we're getting to the good stuff. Season five, whenever it comes out, will be set in 1989. If Erica ages at the same rate as the seasons, she'll be 17. But hold on, there's a wrinkle. The gap between seasons four and five is two years, not one. So, Erica could be 18 by the time season five rolls around.
But hey, who knows? Maybe she'll finally get her own spin-off by then, and we'll find out she's been secretly training to be a spy or something. A girl can dream, right?
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Side Note: Age vs. Maturity
While we're talking about Erica's age, let's take a moment to appreciate her character. She's not your typical kid sister. She's smart, she's brave, and she's got a wit that could cut through steel. She's grown so much since we first met her, and she's become one of my favorite characters. So, here's to Erica, the little sister who's way too cool for her age.
Anyway, that's my two cents on Erica's age. I could be wrong, of course. The Duffer Brothers might have something else up their sleeves. But hey, that's part of the fun, right? Until next time, fellow Stranger Things fans. Keep your theories ready, and your Eggo waffles warm.