Vecna’s Fate Was Sealed

Alright, folks, let’s dive into the chaos that is *Stranger Things*! If you’ve been glued to your screens for five seasons now, you probably agree that Vecna had to bite the dust. I mean, this guy is the poster child for bad behavior. From kidnapping little Will Byers to unleashing disaster on Hawkins, he’s racked up quite the rap sheet. And who can forget the unfortunate fates of Bob and Eddie? Not to mention the emotional rollercoaster for Eleven, our favorite psychic superhero. So, when Joyce swings that axe at the wavering head of Vecna, we’re kinda cheering her on, right?

What Should Have Been a Celebration

But here’s the kicker—*Stranger Things* had to throw a curveball! Instead of this glorious ‘yay, we did it!’ moment, it felt more like a buffet of violence, serving up retribution on a silver platter. You’d expect this nail-biting finale to wrap up the nightmare, but instead, it leaves us feeling a bit, well… unsettled.

The Battle Begins

Picture this: it’s the middle of the final episode titled “The Rightside Up,” and the Duffer Brothers are pulling the strings. Eleven and Will are unleashing their psychic prowess on Vecna, while the rest of the gang takes aim at his monstrous dimension by tussling with the Mind Flayer. It’s a team effort, and we’re all in, cheering as they bring the beast down to size. But wait—before we breathe out a sigh of relief, something feels off.

Joyce the Ax-Master

So, after rescuing a new batch of trapped kiddos, Vecna stirs back to life. Enter Joyce, wielding an axe like it’s her new best friend. She swoops in, ready to serve some justice as she hacks away like a lumberjack on a caffeine high. Chop, chop, off goes Vecna’s head!

A Case of Mixed Messages

Now, don’t get me wrong—final showdowns between the heroes and the evil overlord are fun, right? It’s a fantasy show! But the Duffer Brothers had some other plans. Instead of focusing on the victory, they decided to serve us flashbacks of all the pain Vecna dished out to our heroes alongside each swing of Joyce’s axe. You’re met with Dustin’s face followed by a dreamy replay of Eddie’s demise, and Holly’s flashback to a demogorgon attack. Talk about a mood killer! What was meant to be cathartic became more of a bloodthirsty celebration. And it left us feeling a tad grim, don’t you think?

Retribution and Reflection

By the time the last axe falls, it seems like the show is more about revenge than healing. The finale stretches on for 45 more minutes, showing us how the gang tries to piece their lives back together after all the drama. They’re not exactly forgetting Vecna’s reign of terror, but they crave a life without fear. They want to grab some popcorn and enjoy the peace!

Is Vengeance Really the Answer?

But here’s the crux: by framing the climactic scene around remembering all the unhappy memories while Joyce’s axe keeps landing, it gives off a vibe that healing can only be found through violence. No more fluffy reunions or heartfelt moments of acceptance. Instead, it’s a ritual of punishment, where joy seems to depend solely on bloodshed.

Final Thoughts

Vecna had to go for the show to tie up loose ends. Can you imagine if the big bad was left lurking around? But *Stranger Things* shouldn’t make our heroes reflect the same thirst for vengeance as the creature they fought tooth and nail against. And that’s a wrap! All of *Stranger Things* is now streaming on Netflix, if you dare to relive the madness.