Stranger Things #4
"Chapter One" of Stranger Things #4 (2021) brings a heartfelt, character-driven moment in the series’ expanded universe, spotlighting Erica as she navigates a tough day—starting with her mom taking away her Dungeons & Dragons book. When she tries to sell a mysterious container from the Russian base, Dustin, Steve, and Robin step in, only to accidentally break it, leading to a touching reunion where the trio plays with her, bridging the gap between their worlds. Written by Greg Pak and illustrated with warmth and precision by Gabriella Antali, with Dan Jackson’s colors and Nate Piekos’s lettering enhancing the emotional tone, the issue’s cover by Kyle Lambert captures the moment’s quiet intensity.
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Erica is already having a bad day when her mom takes away her Dungeons & Dragons book. She contacts Dustin for advice on selling a container she got from the Russian base. He get Steve and Robin to help him stop her, and the container is broken in the confrontation. Erica cries and says she needs the money to buy new Dungeons & Dragons books since her mom took hers and none of her friends are "nerds" who play. Dustin, Steve, and Robin play with her.
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