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Stranger Things: Graphic Novels #4
Stranger Things: Science Camp
The comics based on the hit Netflix series delve into B-movie horror nostalgia when Dustin goes to summer camp, confronts a sinister figure in an Albert Einstein mask, and joins forces with Suzie to solve mysterious disappearances.
Dustin arrives at Camp Know Where to navigate the new social hierarchy without the support of his Hawkins adventuring party. While also faced with nerdy bullies, a new menace haunts the young scientists and camp counselors. A mysterious figure with sinister intent arrives to disrupt the serene woodland scene. When camp counselors start to disappear, the solution won't take rocket science, but Dustin will have to get on the same wavelength as Suzie and the other campers before tensions reach a boiling point.
Writer Jody Houser ( Critical Role , Stranger Things: Into the Fire ) returns with Edgar Salazar and Keith Champagne ( Stranger Things: SIX ) to create a new miniseries in the Stranger Things universe, taking place between seasons two and three of the hit Netflix show.
Collects Stranger Things: Science Camp #1-#4.
Dustin arrives at Camp Know Where to navigate the new social hierarchy without the support of his Hawkins adventuring party. While also faced with nerdy bullies, a new menace haunts the young scientists and camp counselors. A mysterious figure with sinister intent arrives to disrupt the serene woodland scene. When camp counselors start to disappear, the solution won't take rocket science, but Dustin will have to get on the same wavelength as Suzie and the other campers before tensions reach a boiling point.
Writer Jody Houser ( Critical Role , Stranger Things: Into the Fire ) returns with Edgar Salazar and Keith Champagne ( Stranger Things: SIX ) to create a new miniseries in the Stranger Things universe, taking place between seasons two and three of the hit Netflix show.
Collects Stranger Things: Science Camp #1-#4.
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First published May 4, 2021
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May 31, 2021
Another one of the fluff Stranger Things comics. Dustin goes to science camp where very little happens throughout most of it other than he's really worried about being a Dungeon Master for some kids at camp. Eventually, someone with a screwdriver and an Einstein mask starts terrorizing counselors. It's like a bad episode of Scooby Doo. Really young fans of Stranger Things might like this, but I was looking for more of a story.
Received a review copy from Dark Horse and Edelweiss.
Received a review copy from Dark Horse and Edelweiss.
September 2, 2023
Uhm� so this was essentially just Friday the 13th with Dustin randomly being there� I’m okay with that. For some reason, I’ve been watching a lot of slasher movies over the past two weeks so it was befitting my mood. Ironically, or rather coincidentally, I just watched Friday the 13th as well as its sequels a couple of days ago.
Anyway, this was entertaining enough and I love Dustin with all my heart but this didn't really add anything to the story or the characters, much less the friendships (since Dustin and Suzie were the only existing characters from the show appearing in this volume).
Also... Suzie is iconic but it’s kind of hard to believe that she was the one "too shy" to ask out Dustin, like come on� has the writer of these comics even watched the show and seen the dynamics of literally any of the couples ??? (every single male character is a total simp for their love interestas they should be, I mean have you seen those women?; that's a fact, you cannot convince me otherwise).
Anyway, this was entertaining enough and I love Dustin with all my heart but this didn't really add anything to the story or the characters, much less the friendships (since Dustin and Suzie were the only existing characters from the show appearing in this volume).
Also... Suzie is iconic but it’s kind of hard to believe that she was the one "too shy" to ask out Dustin, like come on� has the writer of these comics even watched the show and seen the dynamics of literally any of the couples ??? (every single male character is a total simp for their love interest
June 22, 2022
بابا من دارم نمی‌تان�. کِی ده تیر می‌ش� دیگه.
این کمیک مثل ریبوتی از فیلم «جمعه سیزدهم» می‌مونه� یک وحشت دهه هشتادیِ دیگه، منتها کمیک پایان اسکوبی‌دوی� داره. داستان بین فصل دوم و سوم اتفاق می‌افت� و روی داستین تمرکز داره که توی کمپ علمیشه؛ جایی که درست مثل مدرسه می‌مونه� با این تفاوت که بچه‌ها� نِرد واقعاً می‌خوا� اونجا باشن و اونجا علم چیز خفن و جذابیه. این چیزیه که داستین توی خونه و مدرسه� نداره. برای همین حتی با این‌ک� دوست‌ها� پیشش نیستند، توی کمپ علمی خوش می‌گذرون�.
و ایده� داستین از خوش‌گذرون� چیه؟... بله... دنبال کردن یه قاتل روانی توی جنگل.
این کمیک مثل ریبوتی از فیلم «جمعه سیزدهم» می‌مونه� یک وحشت دهه هشتادیِ دیگه، منتها کمیک پایان اسکوبی‌دوی� داره. داستان بین فصل دوم و سوم اتفاق می‌افت� و روی داستین تمرکز داره که توی کمپ علمیشه؛ جایی که درست مثل مدرسه می‌مونه� با این تفاوت که بچه‌ها� نِرد واقعاً می‌خوا� اونجا باشن و اونجا علم چیز خفن و جذابیه. این چیزیه که داستین توی خونه و مدرسه� نداره. برای همین حتی با این‌ک� دوست‌ها� پیشش نیستند، توی کمپ علمی خوش می‌گذرون�.
و ایده� داستین از خوش‌گذرون� چیه؟... بله... دنبال کردن یه قاتل روانی توی جنگل.
December 19, 2021
***5 stars***
Loved this issue!
As hinted by the title, it's about Dustin's time spent at the science camp. We get to see how he is outside of his usual party of friends and how he met Suzie ❤️
There's also an extra little scene at the end with Erica, Steve, Robin and Dustin that was so damn cute!
Loved this issue!
As hinted by the title, it's about Dustin's time spent at the science camp. We get to see how he is outside of his usual party of friends and how he met Suzie ❤️
There's also an extra little scene at the end with Erica, Steve, Robin and Dustin that was so damn cute!
June 15, 2021
Dustin takes the spotlight as he heads off to the summer camp he attends between seasons two and three of the TV show. Away from his Hawkins friends he has to pull together a new Scooby gang to meddle with the diabolical plans of a mysterious masked figure in this riff on the Friday the 13th movies. Most importantly, he meets a girl named Suzie.
It's fairly low-key and thin, but I'm really needing my ST fix this week, and this hit the spot well enough.
It's fairly low-key and thin, but I'm really needing my ST fix this week, and this hit the spot well enough.
May 1, 2022
Ok, this was just a fun read. Did it expand the Stranger Things universe in any way? No, not really. It's just a story of Dustin's time spent at Science Camp. Throw in a Friday the 13th style murder mystery, some Dungeons & Dragons and some math & science, and you have a super-quick fun bubble gum read. Enjoy!
December 19, 2022
*4.75
These books are such fun.
I really liked this look into Dustin's summer away - seeing him being popular and making friends in his element was so enjoyable, and the added touch of mystery is a welcome inclusion.
The one complaint I'd give is that Suzie and Dustin's relationship is slightly underdeveloped. It felt like the writer was just riding on the fact that they're dating by season 3. They could've had more scenes together.
My favorite part of this, though, was the short bonus story at the end of the book. It's Erica-centric and takes place after season 3. I liked how they acknowledged the fact Steve and Robin and Dustin promised Erica ice cream all summer and then the mall exploded... so what now? The ending and last panel are just, so cute. I adored it.
4.75/5 stars!
These books are such fun.
I really liked this look into Dustin's summer away - seeing him being popular and making friends in his element was so enjoyable, and the added touch of mystery is a welcome inclusion.
The one complaint I'd give is that Suzie and Dustin's relationship is slightly underdeveloped. It felt like the writer was just riding on the fact that they're dating by season 3. They could've had more scenes together.
My favorite part of this, though, was the short bonus story at the end of the book. It's Erica-centric and takes place after season 3. I liked how they acknowledged the fact Steve and Robin and Dustin promised Erica ice cream all summer and then the mall exploded... so what now? The ending and last panel are just, so cute. I adored it.
4.75/5 stars!
June 17, 2022
Stranger Things: Science Camp collects issues 1-4 of the Dark Horse Comics series written by Jody Houser with art by Edgar Salazar.
This book is set right before the events of Stranger Things Season 3 with Dustin at Science Camp. When arriving to camp, Dustin stands up to two bullies picking on another camper. While trying to show off to the bullies, Dustin accidentally puts his foot in mouth saying he is a Dungeon Master. Now the bullies want to Dustin to prove it by showcasing his Dungeon Master skills. Meanwhile, someone in an Einstein mask wielding a screwdriver is terrorizing the counselors at the camp.
This is what I have been waiting for! New adventures of Dustin, Will, Mike, Lucas, Max, or Eleven. This particular book focuses on Dustin and we get the introduction of Dustin and Susie. There isn’t a whole lot at stake here by any means, but it’s fun to just see what the characters are up to between seasons. In fact, I’m glad it isn’t anything too crazy and are just minor road bumps or side stories along the way. The author perfectly represented Dustin’s voice and character in this book and the artist did a great job of capturing his likeness as well. So far this is easily the most fun I have had with a Stranger Things comic.
This book is set right before the events of Stranger Things Season 3 with Dustin at Science Camp. When arriving to camp, Dustin stands up to two bullies picking on another camper. While trying to show off to the bullies, Dustin accidentally puts his foot in mouth saying he is a Dungeon Master. Now the bullies want to Dustin to prove it by showcasing his Dungeon Master skills. Meanwhile, someone in an Einstein mask wielding a screwdriver is terrorizing the counselors at the camp.
This is what I have been waiting for! New adventures of Dustin, Will, Mike, Lucas, Max, or Eleven. This particular book focuses on Dustin and we get the introduction of Dustin and Susie. There isn’t a whole lot at stake here by any means, but it’s fun to just see what the characters are up to between seasons. In fact, I’m glad it isn’t anything too crazy and are just minor road bumps or side stories along the way. The author perfectly represented Dustin’s voice and character in this book and the artist did a great job of capturing his likeness as well. So far this is easily the most fun I have had with a Stranger Things comic.
December 30, 2022
OCENA: 3,5 ⭐️
August 14, 2022
This collection of comics was a fun, quick read about Dustin being at science camp right before the start of season 3 of Stranger Things. The story shows him standing up to bullies, meeting Suzie, and dealing with a potential killer targeting the counselors.
The quintessential 80s horror vibes of a killer targeting a summer camp out in the woods are definitely present here. While I did think that part of the story was entertaining, I would’ve preferred the comic to spend more time with the establishment and development of Dustin and Suzie’s relationship.
I think this is an enjoyable read if you’re a Stranger Things fan and want to spend a little more time with the characters. Just don’t go into it expecting to get a lot of depth or development.
The quintessential 80s horror vibes of a killer targeting a summer camp out in the woods are definitely present here. While I did think that part of the story was entertaining, I would’ve preferred the comic to spend more time with the establishment and development of Dustin and Suzie’s relationship.
I think this is an enjoyable read if you’re a Stranger Things fan and want to spend a little more time with the characters. Just don’t go into it expecting to get a lot of depth or development.
January 1, 2021
I have loved every comic series and this one was great!
October 20, 2021
komiks, jak to komiks. jest git, szału nie ma, ale jest to idealny przerywnik od nauki, myślenia itp. bardzo fajna i przyjemna fabuła, która jeszcze bardziej ułatwia czytanie. ogólnie to polecam dla fanów st, i nie tylko!😸
April 19, 2022
It's summer, so that means it's time for Science Camp! Fresh off of facing down the terrors of the Upside Down for the second time, Dustin's ready for some good ol' fashioned science. But there's trouble brewing at camp in the form of a new set of bullies, and a murderer on the loose!
This was a surprising amount of fun. It's a simple enough story, with the 'horror' of the murderer plot only really becoming important in the final issue. The rest of it is some solid character work for Dustin as he navigates the social hierarchy of summer camp, finds himself some new friends and a girlfriend, and saves the day with math (the best way to save the day). The other kids in the show often take a back seat to Mike, so it's nice for Dustin to get some solo screen time away from him.
It's also kind of nice for this not to be supernaturally themed. There are hints of it, but it's ultimately a Scooby Doo type mystery with a satisfying, if unexpected, payoff at the end. The final panel links nicely into Season 3 of the show as well.
Edgar Salazar returns to pencil this series after missing out on the previous volume, and his style seems much more appropriate for this more grounded storyline compared to his last outing in Stranger Things: Six. The colours are lovely, especially the sequences set in the woods, while Salazar's characters emote nicely. He also manages to capture Dustin's particular smile without making him look goofy, which is appreciated.
Also included is a short story about Lucas's sister Erica trying to make some money by doing something incredibly ill-advised, which is cute as well. I like it when characters get to spend time together and not be in mortal peril for a change.
Science Camp is mostly a low-stakes story, but it's good fun all the way through, looks good, and made me smile more than once.
This was a surprising amount of fun. It's a simple enough story, with the 'horror' of the murderer plot only really becoming important in the final issue. The rest of it is some solid character work for Dustin as he navigates the social hierarchy of summer camp, finds himself some new friends and a girlfriend, and saves the day with math (the best way to save the day). The other kids in the show often take a back seat to Mike, so it's nice for Dustin to get some solo screen time away from him.
It's also kind of nice for this not to be supernaturally themed. There are hints of it, but it's ultimately a Scooby Doo type mystery with a satisfying, if unexpected, payoff at the end. The final panel links nicely into Season 3 of the show as well.
Edgar Salazar returns to pencil this series after missing out on the previous volume, and his style seems much more appropriate for this more grounded storyline compared to his last outing in Stranger Things: Six. The colours are lovely, especially the sequences set in the woods, while Salazar's characters emote nicely. He also manages to capture Dustin's particular smile without making him look goofy, which is appreciated.
Also included is a short story about Lucas's sister Erica trying to make some money by doing something incredibly ill-advised, which is cute as well. I like it when characters get to spend time together and not be in mortal peril for a change.
Science Camp is mostly a low-stakes story, but it's good fun all the way through, looks good, and made me smile more than once.
April 20, 2025
Geðveikt mikið scooby doo vibe, mjög eih krúttleg💖
August 1, 2022
The perfect prequel to season 3 ! I had a blast with Dustin at Camp Know Where . Jody Housers' characterization of Dustin is absolutely perfect . I was sad at first that the rest of the six piece didn't come along , but it was also nice to see Dustin take the spotlight for a while and really come into his own . I loved his new friendships ,and the way he took other bullied kids under his wing in a way that would make his 'mother' Steve proud . Suzie was so adorable , and I cannot wait to see her in Season Three !
My only complaint was that we didn't get a longer comic . I would love to see another Camp Know Where stay , maybe this time with all the kiddos ...please .
February 24, 2021
I loved this graphic novel set during the time that Dustin goes to Science Camp, after he and his friends from Stranger Things battle the creatures from season one of that series. We meet Suzy (his girlfriend), and Dustin is awesome in battling bullies (wouldn't think there would be bullies at science camp), and in solving a mystery of the disappearing camp counselors.
I received an e-ARC of this book by the publisher via Edelweiss. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.
I received an e-ARC of this book by the publisher via Edelweiss. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.
September 27, 2022
The story really silly, but this is more of what I expected from these graphic novels. I prefer the stories about the main characters from the show, and situations that happen off screen. It feels more realistic and there is less room for plot holes.
May 21, 2021
My favorite of all the stranger things comics so far, it was super cute!
April 30, 2023
Spk przyjemnie się ją czytało i szybko
Ogl mówiąc warte przeczytania i fajna akcją się działa tam więc no
Koniec
Ogl mówiąc warte przeczytania i fajna akcją się działa tam więc no
Koniec
November 30, 2021
Da ich ein großer Fan der Netflix-Serie „Stranger Things� bin und nicht nur sämtliche Staffeln gesehen, sondern auch die Vorgeschichten gelesen habe, mussten auch nun die Graphic Novels gelesen werden. Nachdem mir bereits die ersten drei Bände „Die andere Seite�, „Sechs� und „Feuergeister� gefallen haben, musste ich auch unbedingt dem vierten Band „Das Camp� eine Chance geben, auf das ich mich ganz besonders gefreut habe.
Wichtig ist hierbei besonders, dass man alle bislang veröffentlichten Staffeln der Serie gesehen haben muss, da man ansonsten möglicherweise böse gespoilert werden könnte, was man unbedingt vermeiden sollte.
In „Das Camp� geht es dieses Mal um meine absolute Lieblingsfigur im „Stranger Things�-Universum, nämlich um Dustin. Dieser verbringt seinen Sommer ausnahmsweise mal nicht mit seinen Freunden in Hawkins, sondern verbringt seine Zeit in einem Wissenschaftscamp, bei dem er nicht nur neue Freunde kennen lernt, sondern vor allem auch seiner Freundin Suzie begegnet, die man auch kurz in der dritten Staffel kennen und lieben lernen durfte.
Dustin und seine neuen Freunde lernen in dem Camp nicht nur wahnsinnig viel, sondern müssen auch einem möglichen Mörder auf die Schliche kommen, der die Camp-Betreuer angreift und somit die Schließung des Camps droht. Zeitlich liegt die Geschichte zwischen Staffel Zwei und Drei, sodass man in Hawkins nichts verpasst, sondern sich voll und ganz auf Dustin konzentrieren kann und sogar eine neue Seite an ihm kennen lernen darf.
Die Geschichte selbst ist grandios gezeichnet und bietet auch wieder den leichten Grünfilter, den man auch bereits aus der TV-Serie gewohnt ist. Auch die anderen Figuren, die man bislang noch nicht kannte, lernt man ausreichend kennen, sodass man hier insgesamt ein schönes Abenteuer erlebt.
Kurz gesagt: „Das Camp� ist eine spannende, gut erzählte Geschichte aus dem „Stranger Things�-Universum und somit ein absolutes Muss für jeden Fan. Hier kommen besonders Fans von Dustin und Suzie auf ihre Kosten, sodass man sich diese Zusatzgeschichte nicht entgehen lassen sollte.
Wichtig ist hierbei besonders, dass man alle bislang veröffentlichten Staffeln der Serie gesehen haben muss, da man ansonsten möglicherweise böse gespoilert werden könnte, was man unbedingt vermeiden sollte.
In „Das Camp� geht es dieses Mal um meine absolute Lieblingsfigur im „Stranger Things�-Universum, nämlich um Dustin. Dieser verbringt seinen Sommer ausnahmsweise mal nicht mit seinen Freunden in Hawkins, sondern verbringt seine Zeit in einem Wissenschaftscamp, bei dem er nicht nur neue Freunde kennen lernt, sondern vor allem auch seiner Freundin Suzie begegnet, die man auch kurz in der dritten Staffel kennen und lieben lernen durfte.
Dustin und seine neuen Freunde lernen in dem Camp nicht nur wahnsinnig viel, sondern müssen auch einem möglichen Mörder auf die Schliche kommen, der die Camp-Betreuer angreift und somit die Schließung des Camps droht. Zeitlich liegt die Geschichte zwischen Staffel Zwei und Drei, sodass man in Hawkins nichts verpasst, sondern sich voll und ganz auf Dustin konzentrieren kann und sogar eine neue Seite an ihm kennen lernen darf.
Die Geschichte selbst ist grandios gezeichnet und bietet auch wieder den leichten Grünfilter, den man auch bereits aus der TV-Serie gewohnt ist. Auch die anderen Figuren, die man bislang noch nicht kannte, lernt man ausreichend kennen, sodass man hier insgesamt ein schönes Abenteuer erlebt.
Kurz gesagt: „Das Camp� ist eine spannende, gut erzählte Geschichte aus dem „Stranger Things�-Universum und somit ein absolutes Muss für jeden Fan. Hier kommen besonders Fans von Dustin und Suzie auf ihre Kosten, sodass man sich diese Zusatzgeschichte nicht entgehen lassen sollte.
July 7, 2022
2.5:
Yeah this was bad.
So basically we follow Dustin going to summer camp. I initially thought it was going to be all about how Dustin and Suzie met. Which I was right. But there is also this like murder mystery side of it. I mean, what? I’m pretty sure if there was a murder running around camp he would’ve told his friends. So yeah, just like every other one of these comics, this is not canon.
Also Dustin did not feel like Dustin at all. He was overly cocky. Which, correct me if I’m wrong, I don’t remember Dustin being super cocky.
I enjoyed seeing how Dustin and Suzie met, but that was only a few pages.
Oh, there was this short story at the end that I liked and that’s why this is rated 2.5.
In the end, skip it, don’t waste your time.
Yeah this was bad.
So basically we follow Dustin going to summer camp. I initially thought it was going to be all about how Dustin and Suzie met. Which I was right. But there is also this like murder mystery side of it. I mean, what? I’m pretty sure if there was a murder running around camp he would’ve told his friends. So yeah, just like every other one of these comics, this is not canon.
Also Dustin did not feel like Dustin at all. He was overly cocky. Which, correct me if I’m wrong, I don’t remember Dustin being super cocky.
I enjoyed seeing how Dustin and Suzie met, but that was only a few pages.
Oh, there was this short story at the end that I liked and that’s why this is rated 2.5.
In the end, skip it, don’t waste your time.
November 3, 2021
Auch der vierte Comic dieser Reihe hat mir wirklich gut gefallen. Wir erhalten hier wie sich Dustin und Suzie kennengelernt haben 🖤 Die Story hat zwar noch ganz viel Luft nach oben aber trotzdem von mir vier Sterne.
August 24, 2022
how are you gonna try to bully someone at science camp STAND UP
June 17, 2022
This was exactly what I expected.
I think?
Dustin is sassy and fearless at science camp. He's dealing with science camp bullies (seriously), trying to run a D&D game (he may have stretched the truth a bit), and trying to figure out who is murdering the camp counselors. Suzie also makes her debut (YAY!). I was worried at first because she was as skittish as a fawn, but she quickly showed the adorable badassery that we all know and love. Or at least that fans of the show know and love. And if you're not a fan of the show, you're a NOBODY. You hear me? A NOBODY.
This was pretty PG and felt a bit younger than the show. Dustin's dialogue was strong and true to his voice in the show. The art wasn't anything mind-blowing but was ok. If I'd not been a fan of the show and had picked this up on a whim, I'd probably be giving it two stars. As it is, I'm pretty much in love with every character on the show....
so 3 Stars it is.
I think?
Dustin is sassy and fearless at science camp. He's dealing with science camp bullies (seriously), trying to run a D&D game (he may have stretched the truth a bit), and trying to figure out who is murdering the camp counselors. Suzie also makes her debut (YAY!). I was worried at first because she was as skittish as a fawn, but she quickly showed the adorable badassery that we all know and love. Or at least that fans of the show know and love. And if you're not a fan of the show, you're a NOBODY. You hear me? A NOBODY.
This was pretty PG and felt a bit younger than the show. Dustin's dialogue was strong and true to his voice in the show. The art wasn't anything mind-blowing but was ok. If I'd not been a fan of the show and had picked this up on a whim, I'd probably be giving it two stars. As it is, I'm pretty much in love with every character on the show....
so 3 Stars it is.
February 28, 2023
A delightful interlude between seasons two and three of Netflix's Stranger Things that focuses on Dustin Henderson as he attends Camp Knowhere over the summer. Dustin has to outwit bullies, solve the mystery of missing camp counselors, and be true to himself about another camper, Phoebe. There's also a short story entitled, "Erica's Quest," at the end featuring our favorite wisecracking younger sister, Erica Sinclair, dynamic duo Steve and Robin, and everyone's favorite, Dustin. It's another fun glance into the ST universe, and I enjoyed it immensely.
October 18, 2022
I really enjoyed this one! It features one of my favs, Dustin and when he goes to summer camp and meets his girlfriend Suzie. Someone or something is making the camp counsellors disappear one at a time and when Dustin finds out he band together a bunch of fellow campers to try to save Camp Nowhere from closing down by catching the culprit and saving the day.
October 22, 2023
This one was just fine, although one of my least favourite of the Stranger Things graphic novels so far. There were nerdy things, bullies and a small murder mystery to solve. There wasn't much to the story, but I guess it was a fun little addition for Stranger Things fans.
September 28, 2021
dustin>>>>>>>
May 25, 2022
Cute! 3.5 rounded up. Dustin is maybe my favorite of the crew and this comic was actually very sincere and fun.
June 30, 2022
DUSTIN GETS A GIRLFRIEND!!! At least here we actually get to meet her! The camp was stirring up some issues but leave it to Dustin and his camp pals to solve it.
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