While it was clear that season 4 of Netflix’sStranger Thingswould be epic and fun, the storytelling is as powerful and fast-paced as ever, and the origins of 001’s powers is explained. Through Jamie Campbell’s impressive acting and the Duffer Brothers’s strong writing, fans get to know this character and understand his dark backstory. Although there have been many scary and intense monsters on this popular series, nothing compares to Vecna. His stronghold of the Upside Down and creepy appearance make him a force to be reckoned with, and it’s no wonder that Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) is so determined to beat him.
There are many questions about how 001 becomes so powerful and who he was before he became so dangerous and intense. Season 4 ofStranger Thingsreveals just enough to satisfy fans while still making it impossible to wait for the fifth and final season.
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What is 001’s Real Identity?
001 is really Henry Creel. Eleven meets 001 at Hawkins National Lab and can tell that he’s terrifying and someone who she wishes she could stay away from. Right away, it was clear that they were both different and that they shared telekinetic powers. It’s compelling to watch 001 try to get Eleven to do whatever he wants and join his scary hope for world domination and destruction. When she doesn’t want to hurt anyone, he’s shocked, as he can’t imagine being a good and kind-hearted person.
Realizing that Henry becomes 001 at the lab and then turns into Vecna is one of the most memorable moments fromStranger Thingsseason 4. While season 5 will likely be epic and exciting, especially as these final episodes have to wrap up a lot of interesting character arcs, it will be tough to beat the clever reveal of Vecna in season 4, episode 7 called “The Massacre at Hawkins Lab.” Everything about this villain is pitch-perfect, fromVecna’s terrifying makeup and appearanceto his backstory.
Where Did 001’s Powers Come From?
From the moment that he is born, 001 is a strange and odd child, and he seems to have powers from the very beginning of his life. When he begins living at the Hawkins Lab and Dr. Martin Brenner (Matthew Modine) experiments on him, it’s clear that he is different from the other children. He has telekinetic powers, like Eleven, but while she uses her powers for good, he’s much more dangerous.
The fact that Vecna torments his victims by making them hear the ticking of a Grandfather Clock can be traced back to his childhood, when he sees this clock and realizes that he can hurt living things.Vecna’s connection to The Mind Flayerand the other creatures of the Upside Down also becomes clear.
In season 4, it’s revealed that Henry Creel has strong opinions about what he likes and dislikes. While he’s a fan of spiders, he doesn’t like the regular way that people live their lives. He thinks that it seems terrible to follow the traditional path that everyone seems to.
It’s also important to note that because Henry Creel was so miserable as a child, he wants the world to suffer.Vecna is such a powerful villainbecause he goes after people dealing with pain so he can make them feel even worse. It’s awe-inspiring to see how this villain is created and this backstory is what setsStranger Thingsapart from so many other shows. 001 is a fully formed character and fans understand exactly why he acts the way that he does.
Will 001 Return In Stranger Things Season 5?
It seems likely that 001 will return inseason 5 ofStranger Things. In an interview withThe Hollywood Reporterin June 2022, Jamie Campbell Bower said of the future of his character, “I don’t know if I’m allowed to give any spoilers away. I think what you will see is more of the human aspect of Vecna. Let me say that much.”
He continued, “And there’s a huge, great, cool thing — I need to keep my mouth closed! — but there’s a huge, great, cool thing you see as well! You still witness a bit more of an evolution — quite a bit more of an evolution, particularly for Vecna and Henry to Vecna.” This sounds fascinating, especially since the connection between 001, Henry Creel, and Vecna is explored so well in season 4.
Bower’s words suggest that he will definitely be in season 5. It seems clear that there will be a battle between Vecna and Eleven. While fans wonderwhichStranger Thingscharacters will die, one thing remains certain: the series finale will be an epic and moving conclusion to this powerful, smart, and heartfelt story that has captivated so many.
