Alternate character designs for Vecna ​​from Stranger Things 4 are even more gruesome

This early version of Vecna ​​is based on a prehistoric fish and features beaded yellow eyes and spikes that Maher describes as an "armored shell". Amazingly, the artist has not commented on this bloody mouth crater, which I'm sure will haunt my nightmares for weeks.

Michael Maher Jr.

On his website, Maher revealed that this early version of Vecna ​​"has a very direct influence on Hellraiser". As the artist wandered Cenobite territory here, there are subtle hints of the finite character hidden in this design. Look closely at the individual characteristics, if you can bear it, and you can see a resemblance to the final Vecna ​​in the burnt skin and absent nose.

Michael Maher Jr.

Another "Hellraiser"-inspired design, but the hand with skull-crushing fingers is sure to be familiar and will show up in Maher's finished Vecna ​​design. We also catch a glimpse of Vecna's glossy finish in this early concept art.

Michael Maher Jr.

I'm not sure where Maher was going with this one, but it feels more like a Creepypasta creation than an early Vecna. I saved this one for last, as it's less terrifying than the rest, so maybe it will act as a form of palate cleanser. Otherwise, I did everything I could.