Stranger Things only had a few real casualties in its final season after many fans feared Steve Harrington (Joe Keery) was most likely to meet his maker. Previous seasons, particularly the fourth outing left audiences bereft with the death of Eddie Munson (Joseph Quinn). The lack of deaths may have come as a surprise to many.

Here are some fan theories talking about what happened to Eleven aka El in the series finale and the rest of the Hawkins gang.

The revelatory moment arrives during "Stranger Things" Season 5, Volume 2, when Dustin Henderson (Gaten Matarazzo) comes to the chilling realization that everything they thought they knew about the Upside Down has been "dead wrong.

Fans claim Netflix cut major scenes from Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 2. We dive into the rumors, the petition, and cast responses. Read more!

Nancy and Jonathan found a glowing, electrified ball of spice on top of the lab and thought, “Vecna’s magic!” Actually, it’s exotic matter. In the real world, scientists use this term for stuff that doesn’t follow the rules of normal solids, liquids, or gases. In the show, it’s the glue holding the wormhole open.

Amid mixed reviews, the actor explained to The Hollywood Reporter that the highly anticipated moment was "a weight off my chest."

The newest episodes of 'Stranger Things' season 5 addressed Will's sexuality — but does his best friend Mike now know about Will's crush on him?

Find all the connections from previous seasons and 'The First Shadow' play that may help you connect the dots as you watch 'Stranger Things 5' Vol. 2