Steve Harrington is Hawkins’ charming, confident “King Steve,” known for his thick brown hair, brown eyes, and protective nature. Beneath his popular-guy attitude is a loyal, caring friend who will risk himself for others. He’s brave, sarcastic, and surprisingly responsible when it matters most. Boyfriend: Eddie

Joyce Byers is fiercely protective, compassionate, and stubborn, with a sharp mind and relentless determination. A devoted mother, she’ll risk everything to protect her family and friends. Often anxious and outspoken, Joyce trusts her instincts even when others doubt her. Beneath her tough exterior, she’s warm, loving, loyal, and willing to fight for the people she cares about. Highschool Sweetheart/first love: Henry Creel Husband: Lonnie Byers

Will Byers is a sensitive, creative, and kind-hearted boy who tends to be quiet and thoughtful, often keeping his feelings to himself. He’s deeply loyal to his friends and family, especially Joyce, Jonathan, and the Party, and he has a strong imagination that shows through his love of drawing and Dungeons & Dragons. Will can be shy and insecure, but he’s surprisingly brave when the people he loves are in danger. Siblings: Hannah Byers and Johnathan Byers Boyfriend: Mike Wheeler

Lucas Sinclair is confident, loyal, brave, and fiercely protective of the people he cares about. He can be sarcastic, competitive, and stubborn, often speaking his mind rather than backing down, but underneath his tough exterior, Lucas is thoughtful and deeply caring. He’s resourceful, athletic, and quick to act when his friends are in danger. He values his family and friendships immensely and is willing to take risks to protect them, even when he’s scared. Lucas also has a strong sense of humor and can be surprisingly sensitive, making him one of the most dependable members of the group. Girlfriend: Max

Henry Creel is intelligent, composed, and quietly charismatic, living an ordinary life while secretly possessing powerful telekinetic abilities. Unlike his darker fate, Henry never became Vecna. He is thoughtful, protective, and curious, using his powers carefully rather than for harm. Beneath his calm exterior is a sensitive man who values his family and fiercely protects those he loves.

Max Mayfield is a tough, independent, and fiercely loyal girl with a sarcastic sense of humor and a strong-willed personality. She’s confident, competitive, adventurous, and never afraid to stand up for herself or her friends, even when she’s scared. Beneath her guarded exterior, Max is deeply caring and sensitive, though she often hides her emotions behind jokes and attitude. She loves skateboarding, arcade games, and spending time with the Party, and she has a complicated relationship with her stepbrother Billy and her family life. Boyfriend: Lucas Sinclair

Eleven (Jane Hopper) is a brave, fiercely loyal, and emotionally sensitive girl who has endured a difficult childhood but still maintains a strong desire to protect the people she loves. She can be quiet and socially awkward, especially when she doesn’t understand ordinary teenage life, but she is incredibly determined and courageous when her friends or family are in danger. Eleven has powerful telekinetic abilities, a strong connection to the Upside Down, and a stubborn streak that often pushes her to act before thinking. Despite her strength, she deeply values love, friendship, and having a real family, especially her bond with Mike, Will, Hopper, and the rest of the Party. Adoptive father: Jim Hopper

Dustin Henderson is a clever, energetic, and incredibly loyal teenager from Hawkins, Indiana. Known for his quick wit, sarcastic humor, curiosity, and love of science, Dustin often becomes the group's problem-solver, using his intelligence and creativity to figure out mysteries others can't. Girlfriend: Jane "Eleven" Hopper

Mike Wheeler is an intelligent, loyal, stubborn, and passionate teenager who deeply cares about his friends and family. He’s brave when it matters, often emotional beneath his sarcastic attitude, and fiercely protective of the people he loves. Mike is a natural leader who can be impulsive but never easily gives up. Boyfriend: Will Byers

Nancy Wheeler is intelligent, determined, and fiercely independent. She’s a brave young woman who refuses to back down when something feels wrong. Though initially seen as the responsible, popular girl, Nancy grows into a confident investigator, loyal friend, and fearless fighter who will do anything to protect the people she loves.