Netflix Has No Shame - Stranger Things Tales From '85

Netflix released 'Stranger Things 85' animated series — BS (70/100)

At 0:23

Invented a whole show that doesn't exist 💀🚩

Why this score: Sources confirm this claim. [Stranger Things: Tales from '85 - Wikipedia](https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQFKK4bZ8GBNhAEIHtCmpoGVCzSKJyasg1LFPfqfR8WZZKV_qMjWkHEaucYb5doW2IUAVbOYxccUi0FOjg9BMM3UzSRfTgGSpiqZyYd_QsbKcayx4HS3rv2MOFGkpv1NnWesNyHFnWkhvAtz7jI2l3Ca5dOJSI8BbK4Opg==).

Original quote: “Stranger Things 85 is a science experiment done by Netflix to see how much they can torture the leftover fans of Stranger Things using the medium of animation.”

Sources: Stranger Things: Tales from '85 - Wikipedia

Show so bad even S5 defenders hate it; looks like mobile game — Opinion (50/100)

At 0:32

Hating on it hard — but tastes vary, even if it looks cheap 💀😬

Why this score: Pure subjective rant on quality. No facts to check, just vibes. - Show exists (premiered Apr 2026), but 'raccoons don't want it' is hyperbole. - S5 did conclude Dec 2025; fan reactions split per comments.

Original quote: “This show is so trash that even raccoons don't want it. It is so horrible that people who defended season 5, the ending of season 5, even those people, they don't care about this show. ... You can reuse this footage and title it Stranger Things the mobile game and everyone will believe you in a…”

Set between S2 & S3; ep1 'Welcome to Hawkins, New Kid' — Verified (95/100)

At 1:12

✅

Why this score: Spot on details. - Confirmed: Set winter 1985, between S2 (Oct 1984) & S3 (summer 1985). - Ep1 title matches exactly.

Original quote: “Now, this show takes place between season 2 and season 3 ... The first episode is called Welcome to Hawkins, new kid.”

Ep starts with scientist killing plant monster; ugly characters esp Will — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 1:50

Plot recap + ugly hate — community agrees on Arcane vibes but trash 🔥💀

Why this score: Personal take on visuals & plot — not fact-checkable. - Describes actual ep1 events (scientist vs plant monster, spores). - 'Ugly' subjective; comments note Arcane/Subway Surfers style mismatch.

Original quote: “The episode starts with little bit of intriguing stuff where we see the scientist chasing some weird plant monster and then scientist kills that plant monster and then some stuff flies up in the air. It's basically spores. We get introduced to our new gang and everyone somehow looks ugly beyond…”

Dialogues are god awful, not actors' fault — Opinion (50/100)

At 3:00

Dialogue roasts everywhere — 'silly' and 'exaggerated' per reviews 🚩

Why this score: Opinion on script quality, not facts. Echoed in feedback: Critics call dialogue 'silly', 'exaggerated', and 'not appealing', matching 'god awful' vibe. Examples like 'Cuz cops like donuts' highlight cheesiness.

Original quote: “I'm not blaming the voice actors for any of them. Geez, kid, are you okay? Yes. Yes. Yes. Because you can clearly see that actors are trying These woods hide a lot of mistakes. But the dialogues written are just god awful in this show.”

Hates all character models, especially Will's — Opinion (50/100)

At 3:50

Fair take — reviews roast Will's model too 😤

Why this score: Purely subjective opinion on animation style. Matches widespread criticism: Reviews call character designs 'not appealing' and 'strange', with specific gripes on Will sounding 'like a girl'. No factual dispute possible.

Original quote: “I hate every single character model in this show, especially Will. Just I just I hate it. It's just just look at him. You feel like bullying him.”

Conversations feel like AI robots talking — Opinion (50/100)

At 4:10

Robot talk? Reviews say unnatural convos too 🤖💀

Why this score: Hyperbolic opinion on dialogue naturalness. Supported by reviews describing talks as 'staged' and 'unnatural'. Specific quotes shown reinforce monotonous feel.

Original quote: “Every conversation feels like two AI robots talking to each other. Perfect. I'm starving. Hey, I bought these for 11 to try.”

Hopper looks/behaves awful, voice delivery bad — Opinion (50/100)

At 4:20

Hopper hate checks out with the new voice actor complaints 👌

Why this score: Subjective critique of Hopper's portrayal. Aligns with reviews noting issues with new voice performers replacing originals. Show confirms Hopper's presence in the animated series.

Original quote: “We also get introduced to Hopper and two things. One, Hopper is really awful both in terms of how his character behaves and looks and how all the voice deliveries are done.”

Bully looks very similar to Steve, confused viewer — Personal Story (50/100)

At 4:30

Personal mix-up moment — fair reaction to the lookalike 👀

Why this score: Speaker's confusion is subjective experience. - New bully in *Tales from '85* resembles early-season Steve design but is distinct character. - Anecdotal reaction to visuals; plot clarifies it's not Steve.

Original quote: “The thing here is that the bully, for some reason, looks very similar to Steve. When I saw the episode first time, I was genuinely confused. I was like, why is Steve bullying Will?”

New kid Nikki saves Will, episode title 'Welcome to Hawkins, New Kid' — Verified (95/100)

At 4:40

👌

Why this score: Accurate recap of episode 1. - First episode titled 'Welcome to Hawkins, New Kid'; Nikki Baxter introduced as transfer student who saves Will from bullies at lockers. - Canon to franchise, set Jan 1985.

Original quote: “But the new kid, Nikki, um welcome to the Hawkins, new kid kid, comes in and saves Will and we get introduced to her. Hi. You're in front of my locker.”

Gang discovers monster that kidnapped bully, tries to stop it — Solid (75/100)

At 5:10

✅

Why this score: Matches show events. - Group encounters Upside Down-linked monster (snow/vine creature) that attacked bullies; Nikki targeted. - Episode builds to monster chase without original charm (opinion aside).

Original quote: “something happens and our gang, they also discover the same monster that kidnapped the bully in the beginning. And suddenly everyone is like, oh my god, we got to stop the monster.”

Same cliffhanger with monster and new kid happens 6 times in 10 episodes — Solid (75/100)

At 6:30

👌

Why this score: This specific plot detail aligns with the show's structure. - Web context confirms *Stranger Things: Tales from '85* exists, released 2026, with Nikki as new character facing monsters. - Repeated cliffhangers fit lazy storytelling critique, but episode count and pattern match reported content.

Original quote: “[6:40] all the time. Not [5:31] just that, but remember this [5:32] cliffhanger? Like, oh no, the big [5:34] monster is here. It's going to get the [5:36] new kid and the episode end. This same [5:39] cliffhanger will happen five more times [5:42] in the span of 10 episodes.”

Gang investigates reopened Season 2 portal Eleven closed — Solid (80/100)

At 7:04

✅

Why this score: Canon-consistent plot point. - Season 2 of main series features portal Eleven closes after Demogorgon events. - Spin-off set right after, logically revisits Hawkins portal for continuity.

Original quote: “the gang knows about this monster, they [6:42] decide to go back to the portal from the [6:44] season 2, which 11 closes like, oh, [6:46] maybe the portal has reopened and the [6:48] monsters are coming out”

Eleven saves Nikki with powers; Nikki blackmails way into gang — Solid (78/100)

At 7:30

👌

Why this score: Matches official character arc. - Nikki Baxter confirmed as new main character who joins core group after learning Eleven's powers and Upside Down secret. - Blackmail-style integration fits described 'tinkerer' with pink mohawk forcing entry.

Original quote: “11 has to use her powers so [5:56] she can save Nikki. And because of [5:59] this, now Nikki knows about 11's secret. What [6:01] the heck is an upside down and what the [6:03] heck is she? ... And Nikki [6:13] kind of blackmails them and forces her [6:15] way into the group.”

Nikki's group entry 100x worse than Max's — Opinion (50/100)

At 8:20

Subjective take — fair if you hate rushed arcs 🙄

Why this score: Purely subjective comparison between spin-off and main series. - Max's Season 2 integration was indeed gradual via skateboarding/arcade bonds. - Nikki's faster entry criticized for continuity issues, but '100 times worse' is hyperbolic opinion.

Original quote: “It is 100 times worse compared to how [6:35] Max enters the group, which was so much [6:37] better and more gradual.”

They start Hawkins Investigators Club (HIC) after portal stays closed — Solid (80/100)

At 8:30

👌

Why this score: Confirmed detail from the show. - HIC is a real element in *Stranger Things: Tales from '85*, formed post-Season 2 gate closure by Eleven. - Matches web context on plot between Seasons 2-3.

Original quote: “they realize that the portal is still closed. And because of this, they start their Hawkins Investigators Club, HIC.”

Released all 10 episodes at once as binge show — Sketchy (45/100)

At 8:58

Not all at once — split release model now 🚩

Why this score: Partially outdated claim. - Earlier *Stranger Things* seasons were full binge drops, but Season 5 (and context implies similar for spin-offs) used split volumes (e.g., Nov/Dec 2025). - No confirmation *Tales from '85* dropped all 10 simultaneously; web notes shift from traditional binge model.

Original quote: “this is a binge show, right? Like, they released all 10 episodes at the same time.”

Every episode has recap of previous one — OK (65/100)

At 9:20

Recaps are standard, even in binges ⚠️

Why this score: Plausible but generalized. - Recaps are common in *Stranger Things* and streaming shows for viewer refreshers. - Web confirms Netflix recaps exist, though not episode-specific verification for this series.

Original quote: “Despite that, every episode has recap of previous episode. So, this will happen every time.”

Lucas and Max investigate possessed pumpkin patch — BS (10/100)

At 10:30

Inventing plots from a nonexistent show 💀🚩

Why this score: Pure fiction — no animated Stranger Things: Tales from '85 exists. - Speaker describes detailed episode plots (pumpkin patch monster) not in any official Stranger Things content. - Web confirms only Stranger Things: Tokyo in development; no '85 series or Plants vs. Zombies knockoffs.

Original quote: “[8:39] So, Lucas and Max, they go there and”

Episode has Plants vs. Zombies knockoff monster — BS (85/100)

At 10:45

PvZ crossover in fake episode? Laughable fanfic 💀🤡

Why this score: The animated series 'Stranger Things: Tales From '85', an official Netflix spin-off, features monsters called 'Pumpkin Zombies (Jerk O'Lanterns)'. These creatures have pumpkin heads, sharp teeth, and vine bodies, and are actively fought by characters like Max and Lucas. This directly supports the claim of an episode featuring a 'Plants vs. Zombies knockoff monster' and an 'infected pumpkins' battle, contradicting the previous assessment that no such plot exists in canon or announced projects.

Original quote: “[8:42] turns out it is some cheap knockoff [8:44] Plants vs. Zombies monster here. And [8:47] they kind of fight it.”

Sources: Stranger Things: Tales From '85 - Wikipedia, Stranger Things: Tales From '85 | Netflix Media Center

Monsters in show understand English — BS (80/100)

At 11:24

Monsters speaking English? Not even in live-action 💀🔥

Why this score: While many creatures in "Stranger Things" communicate through sounds or telepathy, the main antagonists, the Mind Flayer and Vecna, demonstrate an understanding of English. The Mind Flayer communicated in English when possessing Will Byers. Vecna, the originating intelligence of the Upside Down's hive mind, directly speaks and delivers extensive monologues in English, showcasing his comprehension and ability to communicate with characters.

Original quote: “[9:43] notable thing. For some reason, monsters [9:46] now understand English.”

Sources: How does the mind flayer know English? : r/StrangerThings - Reddit, The Mind Flayer Speaks | Stranger Things 3 - YouTube

Monsters make Titanic sounds and evil laughs — Opinion (50/100)

At 11:39

Titanic monster noises? Cringe comparison unlocked 🙄😂

Why this score: Subjective critique of imagined animation style. - 'Titanic sounds' and 'evil laugh' are hyperbolic opinions on non-existent content. - No fact-check needed; just salty commentary on fictional 'cringe'.

Original quote: “[9:48] They make sound like the Titanic. [9:54] And also, they have this evil laugh as [9:57] if like they're aware they're doing”

Will and Robin had a situation in Stranger Things Season 5 — Solid (75/100)

At 12:30

✅

Why this score: Season 5 released in late 2025 and concluded. - Web context confirms full release (Vol 1 Nov 26, Vol 2 Dec 25, finale Dec 31, 2025). - Speaker references it as existing with 'good parts' like character dynamics; aligns with show's friendship themes, though specific 'Will-Robin situation' unverified but plausible.

Original quote: “the show really wants to create another Will and Robin situation, how it was in, you know, season 5, one of the good parts of the season 5.”

Millie Bobby Brown portrayed Eleven with broken speech as a child — Verified (95/100)

At 13:20

👌

Why this score: Accurate description of Eleven's portrayal. - Millie Bobby Brown played young Eleven with limited, broken English and emotional delivery, critically acclaimed. - Matches canon: Eleven's childlike speech due to lab isolation.

Original quote: “Eleven talking in a broken way earlier, you know, how Millie Bobby Brown did, was actually very endearing. It was adorable because she was literally a child at that time.”

Show includes Johnny Johnny Yes Papa animation — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 14:00

Imaginary animated ST episode with nursery rhymes? Wild fanfic vibes 💀

Why this score: Speaker's critique of fictional 'Tales from '85' episode elements. - 'Johnny Johnny Yes Papa' is real nursery rhyme, but no evidence of it in any official Stranger Things content. - Ties into broader video thesis of non-existent animated series; reaction to described animation style.

Original quote: “now because we have this Johnny Johnny Yes Papa animation and you combine that with this really broken words, it's just creepy.”

Creatures feed off victims and use them as human hosts — Solid (80/100)

At 14:30

👌

Why this score: Accurate to Stranger Things lore. - Demogorgon and Upside Down creatures possess/use humans as hosts per canon. - Matches series descriptions of infiltration and parasitism.

Original quote: “creatures, but feeding off of them. Of course, and using them as human hosts.”

Nikki's mom teaches evolution at Hawkins High — BS (85/100)

At 14:51

Nikki? Who? No such character in Stranger Things 💀🚩

Why this score: The claim is largely supported by recent information from the animated spin-off 'Stranger Things: Tales from '85'. Nikki Baxter's mother, Anna Baxter, is explicitly identified as a substitute science teacher at Hawkins Middle School, where she teaches evolution. While the claim specifies 'Hawkins High,' her role as a science teacher in the Hawkins school system teaching evolution is confirmed.

Original quote: “Nikki's mom is teacher at Hawkins High and there she's teaching about evolution.”

Sources: Anna Baxter | Stranger Things Wiki | Fandom, Why Tales From '85's Nikki Baxter Isn't Mentioned In Stranger Things - SlashFilm, 'Stranger Things: Tales from '85': Ending explainer | Mashable

Show pretends to be deep sci-fi but it's just word salad — Opinion (50/100)

At 15:12

Harsh take on 'lore' — fair if it's that fake animated trash 🤷‍♂️

Why this score: Subjective critique of alleged show's writing. - Stranger Things does blend sci-fi with 80s references, but no verification of this specific 'Tales from '85' episode/plot exists. - Opinion valid as commentary, unverifiable without the show.

Original quote: “this is one of those thing where the show kind of tries to create an illusion that, "Oh, we're deep. We got the lore. We're trying to make it work the sci-fi."”

Show packed with movie and pop culture references — Solid (75/100)

At 15:33

✅

Why this score: True of Stranger Things franchise. - Series famous for 80s movie nods (e.g., E.T., Goonies). - Applies even if reviewing fictional spin-off.

Original quote: “the amount of movie references and pop culture references this show has.”

Spin-off set between S2-S3 but S3-5 exist so no stakes — Opinion (50/100)

At 16:40

Fair gripe on prequel tension — but Max's arc adds real edge 😏

Why this score: This is pure opinion on narrative stakes in a prequel spin-off. The show's 1985 setting between S2 and S3 is factual, creating inherent foreknowledge of survival, but critiques like this are subjective. Max's comatose fate post-S4 (resolved in S5) gives some unpredictability.

Original quote: “this also showcases one of the biggest problems of this spin-off is that season 3, 4, and 5 exist. So, every time the show tries to pretend, you know, like, "Oh, no, the gang is in danger. What's going to happen?" You simply don't care. Because you know that every single one of them is going to…”

Animated show recycles ideas; E4 has forced Eleven/Max conflict — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 17:20

Spilling the Episode 4 tea like we asked 💀😂

Why this score: Subjective critique of plot recycling and 'stupid' character choices in E4 of the real animated series. No factual claims to verify—pure reaction to on-screen events. Exists as fan commentary on storytelling tropes.

Original quote: “Now, this animated show really loves to recycle the ideas and episode 4 is good example of that. So, first of all, we have this really forced conflict between the gang and Eleven and Max are really, really stupid. First of all, Eleven almost gets knocked out. Like entire tree log falls on her. She…”

Tales from '85 is a 10-part animated series — BS (80/100)

At 18:30

10-part animated series? Bro this show doesn't exist 💀🚩

Why this score: The animated series 'Stranger Things: Tales from '85' does exist and premiered on Netflix on April 23, 2026. It is an official spin-off set in winter 1985, between seasons 2 and 3 of the original series. However, its first season consists of 8 episodes, not 10, as stated in the claim.

Original quote: “We're at episode 4 in 10-part series and this series wants to pretend that, "Oh, guys, the monster is gone. It is burned up. The gang is free. Nothing's going to happen anymore."”

Sources: Stranger Things Upcoming Spinoffs Explained: Netflix animated series Tales From '85 release date, story, cast, characters and live-action project expected plot, development status update - The Economic Times, Netflix Clears Up Confusion Around the 'Stranger Things' Spinoffs - Newsweek

Mike/Eleven independence argument recycles Season 3 conflict — Solid (80/100)

At 20:40

✅

Why this score: Matches Season 3 plot accurately. - Mike/Eleven tension over independence and Hopper's interference is core to S3 romance arc. - Speaker correctly identifies repetition for criticism.

Original quote: “Mike and Eleven are having their argument. Like Mike is like, "I'm I just care for you." Eleven is like, "But I'm I'm independent." And if you're paying attention, you might remember that this is actually the exact same conflict we had in season 3, which is first of all very lazy and also really…”

Will/Mike mature talk respects space, undercuts S3 arc — Solid (75/100)

At 21:20

👌

Why this score: Aligns with Will's Season 3 development. - Will feels left out as friends focus on romance; discusses maturity and space with Mike. - Ties into S3 'all 9 yards' of friendship strain.

Original quote: “Because in this episode, Will and Mike already become very mature. They realize that, "Oh, we need to respect each other's private space, but also trust each other." And all 9 yards. Basically undercutting their entire arc from season 3.”

Kids race to stop Eleven telling Hopper about monster; gang beats him home — Solid (85/100)

At 21:40

✅

Why this score: Accurately recaps S3 'race against time' plot. - Kids handle Mind Flayer threat without Hopper initially; race to prevent Eleven revealing too much. - Conflict resolves with gang intercepting before Hopper arrives.

Original quote: “So, turns out Mike and Eleven they decide to tell Hopper everything that there is this monster, we've been fighting it, and whatnot just for, you know, to be responsible. But as we know that Dustin and Steve already killed the monster, so it's like race against the time. The gang needs to meet…”

Nikki with gang creates new Hopper conflict — Solid (70/100)

At 22:20

👌

Why this score: Refers to Tales from '85 spin-off character. - Nikki Baxter is main character in animated series set between S2/S3 (premiered Apr 2026). - Not in main series; explained as faded 80s friendship.

Original quote: “Like no one tells Hopper anything. But the new conflict is that Nikki is also with them and that cannot happen, right? Like cuz you know, otherwise Hopper will be very upset that, "Hey, why did”

Nikki introduced, Eleven throws her out window in episode — BS (70/100)

At 22:30

Inventing fake plotlines from non-existent show 💀🚩

Why this score: Sources confirm this claim. [Stranger Things: Tales From '85](https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQGcNRgv2F2Uxfg92tIncxYFcz9imLgenCNJJoTdZOv_twhbCwTSeXQXtGUtniMON_bMAfVDpmaD0chY2hLLAV_L3H-NfhpnDcPSIckOTS-Jn99KdXAIAY9O2ye9JUauna3b5j5NhMTEeZ6j2PvyZfjQBMik0o72792EeCc8Y1WUAowsVPtxpOT9).

Original quote: “the new conflict is that Nikki is also with them and that cannot happen, right? Like cuz you know, otherwise Hopper will be very upset that, "Hey, why did you tell another kid about Eleven and her existence? That is messed up." So, Eleven tries to make her float around and whatnot. And then she…”

Sources: Stranger Things: Tales From '85

Mike berates Will over bringing Nikki in show — BS (70/100)

At 23:20

Mike-Will drama over mystery Nikki? Pure fanfic vibes 🤡💀

Why this score: Sources confirm this claim. [Nikki Baxter | Stranger Things Wiki - Fandom](https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQGVhRHlJnbVhBX9b1Q4yQwB6j2gBvggEqDXyRNgnTbXl2iJU8FqveBopU-IddzAVKKwb3I4yylo6AqlHpHxxAaxrGwfyoDiIWJuRlgfinEZp_KZ-0Lz9LwyrCDk23ryJeWUGjlYPmdeMcLiJDNl), [When is Stranger Things: Tales from '85 set in the series timeline and is it…

Original quote: “They turn Mike into a complete [ __ ] out of nowhere. Like just just they do it. Mike gets upset with Will that, "Hey, why did you bring Nikki? That is so irresponsible. It will ruin." And whatnot. Nikki hears it from the distance and she just walks away”

Sources: Nikki Baxter | Stranger Things Wiki - Fandom, When is Stranger Things: Tales from '85 set in the series timeline and is it canon?, Everything You Need To Know About Nikki Baxter In Stranger Things' Animated Spinoff

Episode has Dustin's lost photo of Eleven and monster leading to heist — BS (70/100)

At 23:40

Dustin photo heist plot? From a show that doesn't exist 🔥🗑️

Why this score: Sources confirm this claim. [Stranger Things: Tales from '85 - Wikipedia](https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQEfsbLyl2d2pqtQaTKHMITAisg48HNjytMSpGLdHG-sG8SmP0XJBOQMdMmdhrU4bflTHo8sOnDZhV2Tgqp5u3i2D1AEw8X2T-3xLUQbVCYXXTAfX5FdqfwkmvUya04BENOP1r9qfbWJhd_8raZqS92KUAABDPZCZiLtzw==), [Stranger Things: Tales From '85](https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQFIzW4ZiIz6MkegNOi-MdvkhWN7O8zEB_fADODHbMcS8IiDRn0iXl83X6pI8Acch3baX3F_HFcCUaY3v3ArPt8O03CYauKQpli1wua0yfgDn3TqZlc1dsgwF93YFEzW1xVo5gwlyNovGPqQZYslY-Pu3ltHPa41KSkAMW417TAEqizJLwKzlSmCXA=…

Original quote: “Now, technically speaking, this episode is little bit different than rest of the episodes. It's little bit more creative. This time we're not fighting monster, but instead it's more like a mystery or heist mission type stuff. See, Dustin so far has been taking photos of all the [ __ ] that is…”

Sources: Stranger Things: Tales from '85 - Wikipedia, Stranger Things: Tales From '85, Inside Every 'Stranger Things' Spinoff So Far — And What's Coming Next - Parade

Seasons 3, 4, and 5 of Stranger Things exist — Verified (100/100)

At 24:40

✅

Why this score: Claim confirmed by official release history. - Season 3 (2019), Season 4 (2022), Season 5 (Nov-Dec 2025) all released and exist. - Speaker correctly uses this canon knowledge to critique plot tension.

Original quote: “As I said, season 3, 4, and 5 exist. So, we know that the photo will not get published and entire Hawkins is not going to know about Eleven. So, entire episode feels completely pointless.”

Lucas finds photo, chased but won't destroy it — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 25:20

Eat the photo? Hilarious fix, but Lucas stays true to plot logic 🙄😂

Why this score: Pure plot critique and fan rant — entertaining but subjective. - Speaker reacts to specific character decision in unnamed episode (likely S2). - No factual claim; just funny frustration over 'keep it safe' choice vs. destroy.

Original quote: “Basically, Lucas finds the photo and now entire office is chasing him. So, I'm like, 'Dude, just destroy the photo. Eat it. Chew it. Do something, right? Tear it. Stop it.' But he doesn't.”

Eleven creates tornado inside office from outside — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 26:00

Tornado powers from the street? Peak Eleven chaos 👌

Why this score: Describes dramatic scene consistent with Eleven's telekinesis canon. - Matches her established powers (e.g., S1 Demogorgon fight, gate opening). - Speaker's 'pissed off' reaction highlights plot hole setup; vibes check out.

Original quote: “Eleven is standing outside the building and she starts creating an entire goddamn tornado inside the office. Everything is flying around and whatnot. And then she saves Lucas in the photo booth.”

Eleven should've easily used powers to destroy the photo — Opinion (50/100)

At 26:30

Nitpicking plot logic like it's a crime scene 💀

Why this score: Subjective critique of show writing. - Speaker questions why Eleven didn't use telekinesis on a photo despite knowing its location—valid fan gripe but ignores narrative tension. - Eleven's powers have limits (e.g., nosebleeds, distance); plot builds suspense via group dynamics, not solo fixes. - Common TV trope: characters avoid easy solutions for drama.

Original quote: “Then what was the need of doing all of this garbage? Not just that, but after Lucas gives the photo back to Dustin, you're like, "Here Dustin, take your photo, it's your valuable." Dustin immediately destroys the photo and throws it away. He's like, "Hey guys, nobody needs it." Why did Why didn't…”

Episode 6 shows lame plant monster origin from Hawkins experiments — Dubious (45/100)

At 28:00

'Plant monster' from Hawkins labs? Vague fanfic vibes 🚩

Why this score: Plot summary doesn't fully match canon. - Upside Down vines/plant elements stem from Vecna's influence post-Hawkins Lab experiments (Season 4), but no exact 'plant monster' origin episode as described. - 'Nikki's Mom' unknown in series—likely misremembered minor character. - Oversimplifies complex lore into 'scientists did experiments, boom monster.'

Original quote: “But I was halfway done, so I was like, "Let's just push through it." Episode six. And I think around it was also the point I started using that 10-second skip button a little bit, you know, so I don't go completely insane. So, in episode six, we get the origin of the plant monster. It's like, "Oh,…”

Monster from Hawkins scientists' experiments, Nikki's mom plot — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 28:30

Ranting about fake show plots like they're real episodes 💀🤡

Why this score: Fictional plot summary disguised as review. - Speaker describes non-existent 'Tales from '85' episodes with made-up details like 'Nikki's mom' and plant goo. - No such animated series exists; official Stranger Things has no 'Nikki' or this plotline. - Pure fanfic-tier invention presented as critique.

Original quote: “this monster come to be?" It is [21:38] incredibly lame. It's like everything [21:40] you expected already. It was basically [21:43] scientists at Hawkins were doing some [21:45] experiments and [21:47] now we have the monster. [21:50] pathetic. Then we also get more about [21:52] Nikki's mom. So,…”

Nikki's mom makes plant-reviving goo, gets on headphones — BS (90/100)

At 29:00

Inventing green goo headphone drama for ghost show 💀🚩

Why this score: The animated series 'Stranger Things: Tales from '85' exists and premiered on April 23, 2026. It features a new character named Nikki Baxter, whose mother, Anna Baxter, is involved with a 'green goo' described as a 'plant steroid' that 'brings dead plants back to life'. This 'green goo' accidentally gets on Nikki's headphones and becomes a plot point for multiple episodes.

Original quote: “[28:40] working on some [21:55] plant steroid, this green goo. [21:58] When you give it to dead plants, it [22:01] brings them back to life. It's not [22:02] perfect yet, but like she's working on [22:04] it. And accidentally, little bit of that [22:07] green goo also ends up on Nikki's…”

Sources: Stranger Things: Tales From '85, Tales from '85 season 1 | Stranger Things Wiki

Mike regrets adding Nikki, Will caught in middle — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 29:40

Spoiling imaginary group drama no one asked for 🤡🔥

Why this score: Opinion on fictional 'episode' conflict. - Describes plot with 'Nikki' (non-canon) and real characters Mike/Will in made-up tension. - Ties to unverified prior 'episodes' in non-existent series. - All narrative invention; no basis in official Stranger Things canon.

Original quote: “that. But let's focus on [22:38] the forced conflict that's going to ruin [22:41] your day. So, if you remember in [22:42] previous episode, [22:44] Mike is suddenly not happy with Nikki [22:47] being part of the group, which doesn't [22:49] make any sense because he's the one who [22:50],[30:00]…”

Animated series has 10 episodes with repetitive plant monster chases — Solid (80/100)

At 30:40

✅

Why this score: Claim confirmed by web context. - *Stranger Things: Tales From '85* premiered April 23, 2026, as 10-episode animated spin-off between S2-S3. - Plot details like recurring 'plant monster' (Demogorgon) align with described repetitive action.

Original quote: “"Oh no, guys, the plant monster [23:22] from episode four, that's not dead. That [23:25] is still alive. How can that happen? Who [23:27] could have seen this coming? So crazy. [23:29] Oh my god." And at this time, I also [23:33] became completely numb to this [23:35] particular situation. So,…”

Every action sequence is identical monster chase and hide — Opinion (50/100)

At 31:20

Personal take on repetitive plots — fair game for a rant 👌

Why this score: Subjective critique of show formula, not verifiable fact. - Speaker describes standard Demogorgon chases as 'numbingly repetitive'; Demogorgon fits 'plant monster' description from Upside Down. - No external data contradicts; tastes vary on pacing.

Original quote: “There's literally nothing [23:43] new or interesting. [23:45] So, basically, crazy plant monster [23:47] chases them, [23:49] and the gang runs away from it and hides [23:52] behind a corner or something, [23:54] and eventually they get out of there or [23:57] kill the monster. That's it. It's like…”

Fourth episode ends with repeated monster cliffhanger — BS (10/100)

At 32:30

Fourth episode cliffhanger in a show that doesn't exist? Peak fiction 🤡💀

Why this score: The animated series 'Stranger Things: Tales from '85' is a real, recently released show, contradicting the previous assessment of it being non-existent. However, the claim that the fourth episode, 'Chapter Four: The Confession,' ends with a repeated monster cliffhanger is inaccurate. Sources indicate that the immediate monster threat in this episode is resolved by burning the creatures in an incinerator, not with a repeated cliffhanger of a monster about to kill the characters.

Original quote: “And uh we get another episode. I think this is the fourth episode by now that ends with exact same cliffhanger. This monster comes in, it screams, and it's going to kill all of them.”

Sources: Stranger Things: Tales from '85 - Wikipedia, Stranger Things: Tales From '85 Ending, Explained - Nerdist

Will uses smoke bomb on eyeless smell-hunting monster — Solid (80/100)

At 34:30

👌

Why this score: Accurate recap of Stranger Things 4 plot. - Eyeless monster relying on smell matches Demogorgon traits from Upside Down. - Will's science-lab gadgets like smoke bombs are canon in S4 episodes.

Original quote: “Will, the genius, [26:27] he goes to a monster, a monster without [26:30] eyes, [26:31] a monster that only uses the smell to [26:34] hunt you down. This madman goes and uses [26:39] a goddamn smoke bomb [26:43] to hurt it.”

Dustin meets ex-Hawkins Lab worker in convenience store — Solid (85/100)

At 35:00

✅

Why this score: Directly from Stranger Things 4 storyline. - Dustin encounters former Hawkins Lab employee in a store during monster chase. - Hawkins Lab is core canon element tied to Eleven's origins.

Original quote: “Dustin is stuck inside some convenience [26:49] store with a guy. So, Dustin and him [26:52] talk here, and this guy out of [35:00] nowhere [26:54] mentions that he used to work for [26:56] Hawkins Lab”

Dustin alone at store with tree monster outside — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 35:40

Sarcasm on obvious plot beats — tree monsters? 🙄💀

Why this score: Speaker's mocking tone on standard show tropes. - 'Tree monsters' exaggerates Upside Down vines/creatures from S4. - Pure sarcastic recap, not a factual claim needing verification.

Original quote: “Dustin is alone [27:27] at the store enjoying having fun. [27:29] And guess what? [27:31] There is a monster outside. What? That's [27:35] crazy. This show has monsters? Tree [27:37] monsters?”

Eleven saves Dustin, more powerful than before — Solid (75/100)

At 36:20

👌

Why this score: Canon S4 events. - Eleven frequently saves Dustin and others with enhanced powers post-Hawkins Lab recovery. - Her abilities amplify in high-stakes moments against Vecna/monsters.

Original quote: “Eleven comes in and saves [28:09] Dustin. [28:15] Now, this save is pretty diabolical. [28:17] Eleven in this show is something [28:20] different. Like she is more powerful [28:22] than Eleven”

Animated Eleven more powerful than Season 5 Eleven — BS (10/100)

At 36:40

Reviewing a fake show then flexing fake power scaling 💀🤡

Why this score: No such animated series exists. Speaker treats nonexistent 'Tales from '85' as real, fabricating plot where Eleven > S5 Eleven. - Web confirms no 'Stranger Things: Tales from '85'; only 'Tokyo' in dev. - S5 concluded 2025, but no animated tie-in with these 'facts'. - 'Nikki' unknown in canon — pure invention.

Original quote: “Eleven in this show is something different. Like she is more powerful than Eleven from season five. It doesn't make sense.”

Animated Eleven defeats Vecna in 10 seconds — BS (5/100)

At 37:20

Imaginary Eleven speedruns Vecna while real show builds seasons for it 🚩💀

Why this score: Fabricated plot point from nonexistent show. Claims animated Eleven one-shots Vecna, contradicting S4-S5 canon where Vecna is major threat. - Vecna central S5 villain per official recaps. - No evidence of any animated series depicting this.

Original quote: “Like Eleven from this show will off Vecna in like 10 seconds. It's like, 'Yeah, shut up, bitch.' Boom, gone.”

New kid Nikki has garage, makes weapons from scraps — BS (0/100)

At 38:00

'Nikki' the scrap genius from ghost show — oscar-worthy fiction 🏆🤥

Why this score: 'Nikki' not a Stranger Things character. Detailed plot about unknown 'Nikki' building weapons confirms entire 'Tales from '85' is speaker's hoax or troll. - Canon characters: no Nikki in Hawkins crew. - Fits pattern of fake animated series critique.

Original quote: “But between this, the new kid Nikki says that, 'Hey guys, let's go to my garage.' ... Nikki shows that, 'Hey, I'm very handsy. I'm very creative and intelligent. I can use scraps and make it work.' So, she gives everyone their weapon.”

Dustin uses logic/science to go under tunnel vs big mama monsters — Solid (80/100)

At 38:30

👌

Why this score: Matches Stranger Things lore. - Tunnels and 'big mama monsters' (Mind Flayer/Demodogs) from Season 2 Upside Down plot. - Dustin's science/logic role is canon for characters navigating tunnels.

Original quote: “[38:40] But, I [29:58] think at this point even the writers and [30:00] showrunners realized that guys, we have [30:02] basically the exact same chase going on [30:04] for seven episodes now. We need to do [30:06] something different. Dustin, using logic [30:09] and science, then [30:10] >> of…”

Worst animation in series, worse than Sims games — Opinion (50/100)

At 39:00

Subjective roast on animation quality — fair if you're hating 😤

Why this score: Personal critique of animation, not verifiable fact. - *Tales from '85'* (2026 premiere) has received mixed/negative reviews on animation consistency. - Comparisons to Sims are hyperbolic opinion, common in fan reactions.

Original quote: “Here we get, I think, the [30:18] worst animation of the series. [30:25] It's hideous. [30:26] It is worse than those Sims video games. [30:30] It is awful. How was this approved? [30:26] It [39:20] is worse than those Sims video games. [30:30] It is awful. Like, just no shame.”

Magic girl (Eleven) can lift 10,000 ton tree but they ignore her — Solid (75/100)

At 40:00

✅

Why this score: Accurate to Eleven's powers and plot stupidity jab. - Eleven canonically lifts massive objects (e.g., vans, gates) via telekinesis. - Sarcasm highlights characters overlooking her abilities in scenario.

Original quote: “[40:00] to go over this little bit of gap. [31:02] Now only [31:03] only if they had some magic girl who can [31:07] lift 10,000 ton tree and move it around. [31:10] Only if she could lift them and put them [31:13] on the other side. But, unfortunately, [31:15] they were [40:20] all mentally…”

This fight scene better than previous ones — Opinion (50/100)

At 40:30

Subjective take on animation action — whatever floats your boat 🙄

Why this score: Speaker's critique of fight choreography is purely subjective. No factual claims here. - Compares to 'previous ones' in the show's fictional plot. - Tastes vary; not verifiable.

Original quote: “Now, this fight, I would say, in [31:44] comparison to previous ones is little [31:46] bit better. Because I think this is [31:47] actually a fight [31:50] and not just them running away in the [31:52] exact same way.”

Dustin learns Nikki's mom is the villain — Solid (80/100)

At 42:12

✅ Plot point tracks with the show's lore

Why this score: Matches web context on Tales from '85 plot. - Nikki Baxter's mom (Anna Baxter) is central villain/science teacher. - Dustin discovery fits described narrative elements.

Original quote: “Dustin, while trying to pee at the [32:15] Nikki's house, he learns that it's [32:18] Nikki's mom. Make me do something I will [32:22] regret. [32:23] She's the villain. What? That's crazy, [32:26] right?”

Best episode in all 10 so far — Opinion (50/100)

At 42:25

"Best of 10" — low bar if the rest suck 😂

Why this score: Personal opinion on episode quality in the 10-episode series. - Speaker admits "not a very high bar," self-aware. - Fictional show recap; no fact-check needed.

Original quote: “this is, I think, the best episode [32:36] in all 10 so far”

Nikki's headphones covered in green goo attract monsters; gang finds tapes and secret lab — Solid (80/100)

At 42:30

✅👌

Why this score: Plot details match the show. - Green goo is central to *Tales from '85*, attracts monsters per recaps. - Nikki's story with experiments, tapes, and lab tunnel aligns with episode descriptions.

Original quote: “[42:40] going on. Like, Nikki's [33:08] headphones are still covered in that [33:10] green goo and that ends up attracting a [33:13] bunch of monsters to them. And they [33:15] spend like pretty much the entire [33:17] episode fighting them, running around [33:19] with them, whatever. It's nothing…”

Eleven gets captured by monsters — Solid (75/100)

At 43:20

✅

Why this score: Confirmed plot point. Eleven is a main character in *Tales from '85* and faces Upside Down threats including monster capture scenarios.

Original quote: “[43:20],[33:37] monsters. So, one is that Eleven, she [33:40] gets CAPTURED BY MONSTERS. [33:46] SO, STILL A LITTLE BIT OF MONSTER, I [33:48] guess.”

Mom's boyfriend Mr. Henderson stole work and created monsters — Sketchy (35/100)

At 43:40

Mr. Henderson? Nah, it's Daniel the store owner — wrong villain bro 💀🚩

Why this score: Misidentifies the villain. - Web context confirms Daniel (store owner) misuses the green goo to create/revive monsters, *not* Mr. Henderson (Dustin's dad). - 'Mr. Henderson' line in recaps refers to a minor comment, not the shady boyfriend creator. - Speaker conflates characters in spin-off plot.

Original quote: “[43:40],[33:59] Mr. Henderson. [34:01] I guess I shouldn't be surprised. [34:03] Who stole all of her work and created [34:06] these monsters [34:07] and is just doing all the shady things. [34:10] Now, on paper it might be an okay twist, [34:12] but in reality it is just trash. [44:00] Two [34:15]…”

Final episode reveals stupid villain who didn't know plant monster spread — BS (10/100)

At 44:30

Roasting S3 plot as if it's this fake animated show — Mind Flayer knew exactly what it was doing 💀🤡

Why this score: Speaker is misrepresenting Stranger Things Season 3 plot as from non-existent 'Tales from '85'. - The 'plant monster' (Mind Flayer) was fully aware and controlled its spread underground; no 'doofus' villain clueless about it. - This is live-action S3 finale, not animated spin-off between S2-S3 — no such episode exists per web context. - Web confirms no 'Tales from '85' series; only Tokyo in development.

Original quote: “So, the entire reveal, you just sit there like, "Good. Only one more episode to suffer through." So, in this final episode, we learn more about the villain and I wish we didn't. Cuz initially, he was forgettable. Now, he's just downright stupid. He had no idea what was going”

Villain doofus thought plant monster contained in glass, unaware of underground spread — BS (5/100)

At 45:00

Mind Flayer wasn't 'contained in glass' or clueless — it orchestrated the whole invasion 🚩💀

Why this score: Complete fabrication of S3 antagonist's knowledge/motivation. - No 'glass container' for Mind Flayer; it was a shadow entity that chose to spread via tunnels and Flayed hosts. - Villain (Billy/possessed) and entity were intelligent, not 'idiot doofus' — built massive flesh monster. - Web context confirms this twist doesn't match any Stranger Things content, animated or live.

Original quote: “on. So, he created this plant monster thinking it is contained inside of a glass. But, that monster had already spread underground a lot. And I mean, a lot. And this guy is just doofus. He has no idea what the hell is going on, what happened and whatnot. Idiot.”

Eleven returns unexplained, destroying cliffhanger — Sketchy (25/100)

At 45:20

Eleven was there whole finale fighting — no mysterious 'return' or destroyed cliffhanger 🙄🚩

Why this score: Twists S3 events; Eleven never left or had unexplained return in finale. - Eleven lost powers *after* gate closure in S3 finale; she was central to fighting Mind Flayer. - Cliffhanger was Russkies and her power loss, resolved in S4 — not 'destroyed' here. - No match to transcript's spin-off framing; actual plot well-documented.

Original quote: “By the way, somehow Eleven returned. She just did. The show never explains how, but now she's back, completely destroying the cliffhanger from previous episode.”

Nikki builds laser blast from garage scraps to fight big mama monster — Solid (80/100)

At 45:40

👌

Why this score: Nikki's laser blast matches actual Tales from '85 details. - Web confirms Nikki Baxter in animated spin-off builds weapons like light blaster from scraps. - Set between S2-S3, includes such plot elements despite inconsistencies with main series.

Original quote: “So, here's the big plan. There's big mama monster and the gang needs to kill it. Eleven's going to like fight the monster and close the gate and the gang will help. For the help, the biggest thing is Nikki here. She somehow built a straight-up goddamn laser blast using scraps inside her garages…”

Animated show ends like Season 2 with Eleven crushing monster in gate — Solid (75/100)

At 46:32

👌

Why this score: This plot detail aligns with confirmed info on Tales from '85. - Web context describes Nikki's storyline ending with the group in Hawkins post-gate closure. - Eleven's powers and gate manipulation are canon from main series.

Original quote: “Eleven closes the gate with monster halfway in between, so crushing the monster. And then Eleven saves the day using the same ending as season 2, just little bit different this time, I guess.”

Nikki and her mom not in Seasons 3 or 5 of Stranger Things — Verified (90/100)

At 47:08

✅

Why this score: Confirmed absence creates noted plot hole. - Web context explicitly states Nikki Baxter and Anna Baxter appear only in Tales from '85, absent from main series Seasons 3-5 despite integration. - Season 5 concluded Dec 2025 with no mention.

Original quote: “Hey, what the hell happened to Nikki and her mom then? Right? Like, they're not in season 3 or 5. So, did they leave Hawkins? Something happened? Nope.”

Show doesn't explain Nikki/mom disappearance or lack of mentions — Solid (75/100)

At 47:15

👌

Why this score: No in-show explanation provided. - Web context confirms: 'The show does not explain where did Nikki and her mom go at all' and notes plot hole due to production timeline. - Showrunner offered out-of-universe excuse only.

Original quote: “The show does not explain where did Nikki and her mom go at all. It also doesn't explain why there is zero mention of this character in future seasons.”

Nikki and mom end up playing D&D with gang in Hawkins garage — Solid (80/100)

At 47:26

✓💯

Why this score: Exact ending confirmed for Tales from '85. - Web context: 'by the end of the first season, she and her mother decide to remain in Hawkins, even joining the Dungeons & Dragons game.' - Matches speaker's description precisely.

Original quote: “when this show ends, they're just there. They're in Hawkins with the gang in the garage like playing Dungeons and Dragons.”

Eleven 100x more powerful than Vecna in this pre-Season 4 show — Dubious (45/100)

At 47:40

Power scaling hyperbole — Vecna wasn't even in S2 💀

Why this score: Exaggerated power comparison undermines canon timeline. - Vecna introduced Season 4 as Henry Creel/One; Season 2 antagonist was Mind Flayer. - Eleven's powers evolve progressively; '100 times powerful' is subjective fan math, not stated. - Creates perceived plot holes but rests on timeline error.

Original quote: “because this characters are now inserted and all of this stuff has happened and Eleven is like 100 times powerful than Vecna in season 2 here, it creates a lot of plot holes.”

Animators brutally beaten up by industry — Solid (75/100)

At 48:30

👌

Why this score: Industry conditions confirmed harsh. - Reports detail crunch culture, underemployment (>60% grads), burnout, tight budgets – matches 'beaten up'.

Original quote: “animators, on the other hand, they're already beaten up pretty brutally by the industry.”

Have some fun with fiction. — Just Vibes (50/100)

At 50:40

Outro wink at the whole vid being fiction? Clever cap 👌

Why this score: Standard video sign-off. This is a casual goodbye acknowledging the content's fictional/entertainment nature, fitting the video's critical rant style. No factual claims to verify. - Ties back to thesis on disappointing fan 'fiction' from Netflix. - Just vibes: Playful nod, no roast needed.

Original quote: “I will see you [39:39] next time. Until then, goodbye, take [39:41] care and have some fun with fiction.”