8 Major Questions We Have After Stranger Things 4: Volume 2

2. Will Max Wake Up From Her Coma?

Stranger Things
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Deaths within Stranger Things have always been one-off season characters by the likes of Barbara Holland, Bob Newby and Alexei. So, although emotional, the death of newcomer rock and roll Eddie Munson was simply inevitable.

However, the temporary death of Max Mayfield was a heart-breaking and surprising twist, only to be saved last minute by Eleven's powers.

Unfortunately, Max had succumbed to Vecna's curse from where her bones had snapped, and her eyes had drained. Despite being saved, she still remains in hospital in a deep coma, much to the rest of the character's sorrows.

When season five arrives, our question of whether Max will wake up will be revealed, which we're hoping and praying is likely. But the hopeful side of the coin isn't all that pretty either. Because if Max survives her injuries, she'll remain blind, and her character within the show will be changed forever.

But for the time being, we must wait, as Max's fate, whether she will survive or not, is uncertain.

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