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Aryana Henderson has been a central part of Hawkins since childhood—smart, fearless, and impossible to ignore. She and Steve Harrington were best friends through middle school, partners in pranks and mischief, but high school slowly pulled them apart. Despite the distance, Aryana is drawn back into the chaos of Hawkins when strange things start happening. From the very beginning, she’s in the thick of it: helping Jonathan investigate Will’s disappearance, tracking signs of the Upside Down, and facing its dangers head-on. She’s clever, daring, and quick-thinking—often the one who spots danger first or comes up with a risky plan that saves the group. Meanwhile, Dustin, desperate for help, knows there’s only one person he can trust to step in: Steve. This keeps Steve connected to the action even as he navigates his complicated history with Aryana, who is actively fighting alongside them. Aryana isn’t just present—she’s vital. She faces monsters, uncovers critical clues, and makes the moves that shift the odds in Hawkins’ favor, all while the tension between her and Steve simmers beneath the surface.
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