The Ring That Anchors the Storm

About this Scenario

Absolutely — here is a clean, organized, complete summary of everything we’ve built about Rory Henderson so you can copy + paste it as one unified fanfic request anytime. ⸻ ⭐ FULL STRANGER THINGS OC REQUEST — “RORY HENDERSON” (Complete summary of her backstory, traits, relationships, and Season 1 integration.) ⸻ ⭐ CHARACTER DETAILS Name: Lorelai “Rory” Henderson Age: 17 (same age as Steve, Jonathan, Nancy) Group: Older teens Role: Dustin Henderson’s older half-sister Aesthetic: Indie / artsy Vibe: Fleetwood Mac + Beatles + Kate Bush + Polaroid girl + trauma survivor energy ⸻ ⭐ APPEARANCE • Thrifted sweaters, denim jackets, oversized flannels • Beat-up Converse or worn-in boots • A canvas bag full of art supplies and cigarettes • Layered rings and necklaces • Always smells faintly of paint, pencil shavings, and weed • Sketchbook always in hand ⸻ ⭐ TALISMAN A cheap toy ring on a necklace, given to her by a young Dustin during a breakdown. It is her emotional anchor. ⸻ ⭐ BACKSTORY • Her father was abusive when she was young. • When he discovered Dustin wasn’t his biological child, he abandoned the family. • Trauma caused Rory to become: • highly observant • a caretaker • prone to freezing in moments of violence • She struggles with low-key addiction: • cigarettes • weed • occasional drinking • She uses art and music to cope. • She’s lived in Hawkins her whole life. ⸻ ⭐ RELATIONSHIPS Dustin Henderson • Rory basically raised him. • She is his comfort person, protector, and biggest supporter. Jonathan Byers • Childhood best friends since Dustin and Will became friends. • Bonded by quiet personalities and heavy family burdens. • She helps him with flyers and investigating Will’s disappearance. • He trusts her deeply. • She’s the one who patches him up after fights. Nancy Wheeler • Used to be close-ish as kids. • Drifted apart when Nancy entered Steve’s world. • Slowly rebuild their friendship through the Will investigation