As we approach the final season of Stranger Things, it feels like the perfect time to revisit some of the storylines that had so much potential but were left behind. One such storyline occurred in Season 2’s episode “The Lost Sister” when we were introduced to Kali, Eleven’s “sister” (008). For me, this episode was more than just a detour from the Hawkins plot—it captured a sense of 80s nostalgia that fit perfectly with the show’s time frame. It had the mood and energy of a classic 80s adventure, and yet, despite its promise, the storyline was never fully developed.
Many fans were critical of the episode, feeling it distracted from the main narrative. However, for those of us who appreciated the shift in tone, the episode offered a compelling look into Eleven’s past and the trauma of those affected by Dr. Brenner’s experiments. The gritty, urban setting, coupled with Kali’s group of misfits, felt like a deliberate nod to the rebellious and edgy films of the 80s, even if you weren’t someone who grew up on them. The episode’s darker tone and atmosphere meshed with the decade the show is set in, pulling viewers into a world outside of Hawkins that could have expanded Stranger Things in fascinating ways.
Yes, it was a “B storyline,” but it added important depth to Eleven’s character. Kali’s powers of illusion were an exciting contrast to Eleven’s abilities, and their reunion hinted at a much larger world beyond Hawkins. Were there more children like them out there? How many others had Brenner experimented on, and what kind of powers did they have? These questions had the potential to open up new possibilities for the show’s mythology. Unfortunately, due to negative fan reactions, the Duffer brothers decided not to revisit this storyline, leaving us with only a brief look into Kali’s world.
I understand why some fans felt the episode was out of place. It was a departure from the familiar Hawkins crew and their small-town battles with the Upside Down. But for me, it was an exciting chapter that fit within the 80s framework of the show. It felt nostalgic in all the right ways, offering a gritty, outsider story that echoed the rebellious spirit of the time. Kali and her crew could have added new dimensions to Stranger Things if their story had been explored further.
As we look forward to the final season, I still wonder what could have been. The world of Stranger Things is so rich and full of potential, and there’s still time to explore sidelined storylines before the end. Kali’s story may be one of the greatest untapped pieces of Stranger Things lore, but I’ll always appreciate the episode for what it brought to the table and the unique sense of nostalgia it captured.
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