The teaser opens on a militarized Hawkins—overhead choppers, armed soldiers, and sealed streets. The group stands united: counting down together, bracing for war. Eleven is forced back into hiding as the government clamps down, while Max remains comatose, with Lucas by her bedside. Glimpses of Demogorgons, grave desecration, and tense character moments hint at sacrifice, love, and finality. Familiar faces—Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Steve, Robin, Nancy, Joyce, Hopper—are joined by new allies like Dr Kay (Linda Hamilton), all preparing for a climactic showdown to track down and kill Vecna once and for all  .