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The ‘wild’ Stranger Things cliffhanger that has left viewers excited for remaining episodes

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  • Viewers of Stranger Things are reacting to the ending of season five, volume one, episode four, calling it a "mad" and "wild" cliffhanger.
  • The episode concludes with Will Byers temporarily gaining powers, enabling him to control Demogorgons.
  • This development includes a visual callback to Eleven's powers and an emotional moment for Will, who channels his self-worth to manifest the abilities.
  • Actor Noah Schnapp expressed his excitement about the twist, while the Duffer brothers clarified that Will's powers are channelled from Vecna rather than being innate.
  • The next batch of Stranger Things season five episodes is scheduled for release on Boxing Day, with the final episode dropping on New Year's Day.
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