Which Character From Stranger Things Are You?
- by Bri Thomas
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- in Movies and TV
On July 15, 2016, Netflix released the first season of “Stranger Things”, and people instantly fell in love with the characters, the story and the feel of the show. On October 27, 2017, the next season was released, and fans are already looking forward to the third season.
Stars like Winona Ryder and Millie Bobby Brown and characters such as Dustin, Steve and Hopper draw people in. Even though a young boy disappeared, an alternative dimension was discovered and an evil creature had to be fought off, fans related to the young and adventurous people in the series, dressed up as them for Halloween and kind of wanted to be them or know them in real life!
Therefore, if you lived in Hawkins, Indiana, and if you were part of the “Stranger Things” universe, who would you be? Do you identify more with the dangerous and daring, cunning and curious and scary and spooky characters? Are you like one of the main kids, ready to take your knowledge of games and geeky things into a battle for your life - especially if your friends are by your side? Or are you popular like Steve, sweet like Nancy, cynical like Hopper or driven like Joyce? FIND OUT HERE!
Which word resonates with you the most?
Certain words evoke certain emotions. They may be good, bad or ugly, and whether we like it or not, they instantly come to mind. Of the four words listed here, which one resonates with you the most? Which one are you drawn to? Which one speaks to you on multiple, deep levels?
What is your favorite song?
The ‘80s were a time of, like, totally b----n’ movies, songs and styles. Some of today’s greatest hits came from that gnarly time period, so - of the four listed here - which is your fave? What would you play when you were ready to let loose and have a good time?
Who is your best friend?
Everyone has a best friend - that one person to turn to no matter what. When you are sad, mad, stressed, ready to have fun, needing a break, ready to share big news or just looking to chill, who would you probably turn to before going to anyone else in Hawkins?
How would people describe you?
There are so many traits, words, parts, feelings, quirks and things that make you up, but if those who know you well had to narrow it down to just one word, which one would they choose? Which of these descriptor words would they choose - saying that it perfectly describes you?
What can you usually be found wearing?
Clothing items say a lot about people, and we usually choose clothes that we like and that also give hints as to what type of people we are, such as classic, lazy, professional, sporty or feminine. Of these four fashionable items, which could you probably be found wearing the most?
How do you defend yourself?
In dire situations - like being faced with bullies, dealing with stressors at work or school and fighting off evil monsters - how do you defend yourself? Are you brave and ready to attack anything or anyone with anything, or are you more timid and patiently waiting until you can run for help?
What is your favorite movie?
As mentioned, lots of awesomeness came out of the 1980s - including some awesome movies. Of the four big hits mentioned here (ranging from fantasy flicks to comedies and action films) which one would you like to pop in and enjoy during your spare time or on a chill night during the weekend?
How do you like to relax?
When school is over, work is done, and your responsibilities are taken care of, how do you relax? Reading, shooting hoops, snacking, creating art, playing an instrument, drinking, shopping, taking a bath, hiking a mountain...What do you do to unwind, get away from it all and have some YOU time?
How do you show people you care?
Your family is always there for you. Your friends totally get you. And other special individuals in your life go out of their way to make you smile. How do you give the love back? What do you do to let your loved ones know that they are loved by you?
How do you handle tough situations?
We all react differently to tough situations. Some people yell, cry, scream, act impulsively and fight. Others hide away, retreat from everything, bottle up anger and pretend everything is fine. What do you do when things get tough, things don’t go your way and things seem too awful to handle?
Would you ever kill someone?
We have talked about stressful days and rough scenarios, but imagine the worst of the worst: If you were in a live-or-die, fight-or-flight situation, what would you do? If you absolutely had to kill someone - in order to save the lives of your loved ones and your own - would you?
Are you a morning person?
There are two types of people out there: There are people who wake up full of energy, ready to take on the day, bubbly and talkative - even before a cup of coffee. Then, there are the people who hit snooze multiple times, wake up groggy and look, sound and feel not so great if it is before noon.
What clique would you probably belong to?
High schools are known for cliques - different groups of people who are drawn together, based on shared looks, personalities, interests or behaviors. There are stereotypical ones - such as jocks, mean girls, nerds and artists - but which group would you probably belong to, or which group were you in during high school?
What is your favorite color?
You may put your favorite color on your clothes, on your car, on your accessories or on your body. It may be all over your room, your locker or your cubicle. Therefore, which color would you say you like the best out of black, pink, Army green and bright blue?
Which character are you most attracted to?
Think about the characters in “Stranger Things” for a bit. Of the ones listed here, which are you most attracted to? Do you like Mike’s cute freckles, Joyce’s fierce love for those she cares about, Nancy’s style…? Or perhaps your favorite is not listed OR you do not have a fave...
What is your favorite time of the day?
Whether you are a morning person or not, there must be a time of the day when you thrive: You like the lighting, the activities and the overall feelings associated with this time, and you look forward to it regularly. So, what is your number one favorite time of the day?
What do you want in life?
Everyone has goals, dreams and priorities in life. We work to achieve them, do what it takes to reach them and put them high on our to-do lists. Of the four life goals listed here, which one is towards the top or at the top of your ultimate bucket list?
Why would you get grounded/fired?
Uh-oh, you got caught! You did a bad thing! You are grounded for staying out too late! You are fired for stealing money! You lost privileges due to a significant other! You lost money due to a stupid mistake! If you were in trouble, what did you actually or probably do?
What’s the best thing about Hawkins?
Hawkins is a small town in Roane County in the state of Indiana. Like all small towns, it has its pros (safe, pride, good football team, great little restaurant with the best burgers, traditions) and its cons (boring, no good stores, everyone knows everything about you). What would be your favorite thing about Hawkins?
What is your favorite food?
Whether you had a long day at school or work or a long night fighting off evil creatures, you need to refuel! What is your go-to snack? What food would you choose to chow down on before heading back out into the world for more action, adventure and total excitement?
How do you learn?
From school and work to lessons we learn through experience, we are always learning, and there are numerous ways to take in information. Of the four ways listed here - all relating to ways to learn - which would you say is your favorite way to soak in new info, skills and details?
What is your biggest strength?
Are you strong, tough, brave and actionable? Are you more sensitive, artistic, caring and thoughtful? Perhaps you are dedicated, loyal, trustworthy and friendly? Or maybe your strengths lie in your style, your humor, your personality and your relationships? What would you say is your biggest strength of the four traits listed here?
What is your greatest weakness?
On the other hand, you probably have at least one weakness - a negative trait that pulls you down, holds you back and gets in the way. What is yours? Are you stubborn, hateful or argumentative? Do you cry easily and feel betrayed and alone too often? Are you lazy, late, cocky, curious or daring to the point that it gets you into trouble?
What is your greatest accomplishment?
Have you won a big award? Did you make your loved ones proud? Do you have kids or a dream spouse? Did you earn a high-paying job? There are tons and tons of things that can be considered personal accomplishments, so - in your own life - what is your biggest one?
How do you feel about games?
Another great way to relax or to let off some steam - besides listening to music or catching a movie - is to play games, such as board games, sporting events or bigger and broader games that involve survival, daring acts and fights to the death. What are you thoughts on various games?
What kind of people do your surround yourself with?
Hawkins may be a small town, and you may be forced to be around certain people at certain times (such as peers at school or coworkers at your job), but - when you get to choose - what types of people are you drawn to? Who do you surround yourself with usually?
Do you like celebrations?
Holidays, birthdays, big life events, small accomplishments made in your daily life - There are numerous things to celebrate and numerous ways to do so. Would you say you like celebrating and that you enjoy everything that comes with these different celebrations (from balloons, confetti, decorations and desserts to guests, parties, presents and cheers)?
What is your ideal mode of transportation?
There are numerous ways to get from here to there, and you are always on the go - to school, to work, to hang out with friends, to the arcade, to the big game, to save the world...But how do you get there? What is your top choice when it comes to transportation?
Who is your least favorite character?
This one is tough: If you had to pick a least favorite character from “Stranger Things”, who would you pick? The evil Demogorgon? One of the adventurous boys? Tommy or that mean girl he was dating? Some random character who was only shown once? Joyce and all her Christmas lights? Billy and his long earring and longer hair? The evil Dr. Brenner?
Where do you like to be?
There are neverending places we can choose to spend our time, from our own comfy beds to exotic islands on the other side of the globe. Out of everywhere you can be and anywhere you could be, where do you most like to be? Where do you choose to be, time after time, due to the comfort and happiness you find there?
Do you like new people?
You may meet new people at school or at work, through mutual friends or randomly while out in the world. What are your thoughts on this? Do you enjoy learning about new people and their life stories? Or would you rather stick to what you know and not have to build up a new relationship (whether it’s good or bad)?
What do you/did you want to be when you grew/grow up?
Doctors, lawyers, actresses, football players, writers, teachers, musicians, firefighters, mail delivery person, chef or waitress...These are just a few ideas that come to mind when thinking about what to do as a career. What about you? What did you or do you want to be when you grew or grow up?
What is your favorite time of the year?
From New Year’s Day and Valentine’s Day on to summer, the start of school, Thanksgiving and Christmas, there are many good moments throughout the year. Which is your favorite? Are you drawn to a certain time based on activities and holidays, or do you prefer a certain season and its particular weather?
Would you survive in The Upside Down?
Imagine you lived in Hawkins, Indiana, and think about being part of “Stranger Things”. If you ended up in The Upside Down - full of mysterious creatures, dark spaces and total weirdness - would you survive? Do you have enough luck or enough strong and positive qualities or enough caring friends that you think you’d make it out alive?
Which character do you think you are most like?
And finally, out of the four characters listed here, which one do you identify with the most? Are you cunning, threatening and scary? Do you have powers - ranging from telekinesis to extreme loyalty? Are you responsible and one to take action? Or are you more laid-back, hoping to avoid life-threatening situations?
