So, there I was, scrolling through my social media feed the other day, and I came across this meme. You know the one - Eleven with her waffles, and the caption reads, "When you're trying to figure out how old Will Byers is in 'Stranger Things' Season 5." I mean, can you even? I laughed, but then I thought, "Hey, that's a valid question!" So, let's dive into the Upside Down and find out, shall we?
Let's Set the Stage
Alright, so we're talking about 'Stranger Things', right? The show that's got us all hooked since 2016. We've seen the kids of Hawkins grow up before our eyes, and it's been quite the journey. But let's rewind a bit and talk about the timeline.
Season 1 was set in November 1983. That's when poor Will went missing, and the whole adventure began. Now, we've seen four seasons so far, and each one has covered a year or two. So, let's do some math, shall we?
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Season 1: November 1983
Season 2: October - November 1984
Season 3: Summer 1985
Season 4: Spring - Summer 1986
And then we're left hanging after Season 4's cliffhanger, waiting for Season 5. But when are we waiting for it? Well, the show's timeline has been pretty consistent, so let's assume Season 5 will pick up where Season 4 left off, in the summer of 1986.
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So, How Old is Will?
Will Byers was born on June 20, 1970. So, by the time Season 5 rolls around, he'll be... hold on to your Eggos... 16 years old! That's right, folks. Our dear Will will be a sweet 16 in Season 5. Can you even handle that? I mean, where does the time go?
But wait, you might be thinking, "What about the time he was in the Upside Down? Didn't that mess with his aging?" Well, that's a great question! The show hasn't given us a definitive answer on that, but it's safe to assume that time passes differently in the Upside Down. So, for now, let's stick with Will being 16 in Season 5.
What's in Store for Will?
Now, I know what you're really wondering - what's going to happen to Will in Season 5? Well, that's the million-dollar question, isn't it? The Duffer Brothers have been tight-lipped about the new season, but we can expect more adventures, more scares, and probably more of that beloved Byers family dynamic.
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I mean, think about it. Will's been through a lot. He's been to the Upside Down and back, he's faced off against the Mind Flayer, and he's even had to deal with his mom dating Steve Harrington. I mean, come on! The poor kid deserves a break, right?
But hey, this is 'Stranger Things' we're talking about. Nothing's ever easy in Hawkins. So, buckle up, folks. It's going to be one wild ride in Season 5. And who knows? Maybe we'll finally get some answers about that whole aging thing in the Upside Down.
Until then, keep your Eggo waffles ready, and your flashlights charged. We're going back to Hawkins, and it's going to be a blast!