Jamie Campbell Bower (who portrays Vecna) hinted to ScreenRant that fans may witness a different aspect of Vecna's character come through in the Stranger Things Season 5 finale. Fans have seen the season 5 Volume 2 several revealing plot points including an emotional connection to Will Byers, with the closing day of the season falling on New Year's Eve.Additionally, as part of many fan theories since Stranger Things Season 5 began, that we might see Vecna in a more sympathetic way, Campbell has put forward that possibility by stating that he will have an emotional connection to Will Byers, as they share more in common than you would expect.The show has slowly built up the connection between Vecna and Will. The latest episodes even showed the two fighting for control over Vecna's body, making it clear that their stories have always been linked. Bower's remarks reinforce the idea that this connection may guide how the story ends.The emotional link between Will and Vecna in Stranger ThingsBower indicated in a conversation with ScreenRant's Liam Crowley that Will and Henry Creel (Vecna) have a very close emotional connection, but he was not willing at this time to provide any specifics on how this emotional bond will be conveyed in the conclusion of Stranger Things.When asked about the important monologue from Will that is shown during Episode 7, in which he reveals his sexual orientation to those closest to him, Bower replied that he had not yet viewed the entire scene as of this time.However, Bower agreed on the emotional similarities between Will and Henry multiple times throughout their discussion, repetitively stating the phrase, "yes, yes, yes." Unfortunately, he did not elaborate any further than this as to what was meant by this deep emotional bond.What makes this interesting is how strongly Stranger Things has tied Vecna to Will's experience. The visions that pushed Will to reveal the truth about himself came from Vecna. This makes Henry not only a villain but also someone who played a direct role in one of Will's biggest emotional moments. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostSimilar sentiments regarding Henry have been expressed among many of the cast members of Stranger Things, including Noah Schnapp (Will), who has stated that Henry (or Vecna) is actually misunderstood. According to Schnapp, the backstory of Henry gives an insight into the fact that he wasn't always considered a monster, and all the killing is not the only part of his life.The Stranger Things play, titled The First Shadow, also highlights this perspective. Within the story of this production, Henry was previously infected with the Mind Flayer long before he became known as the villain we have all come to know. This fact adds to the possibility of Henry being viewed as a victim rather than the monster we assume him to be.What may the finale reveal about Henry Creel?Bower's most recent comments give the fans even greater hope that we will now see his character more lightly at the series' end than originally thought. For most of the series this far, fans have been asking themselves how much of Henry's evilness is due to the Mind Flayer influencing him and how much of it is because of his decisions. If the series finale reveals that Henry was similarly controlled or influenced like Will, this will change the way the audience sees the entire series.The fact that Henry could eventually find some form of forgiveness might not be what most viewers expected, given that he has created so much harm throughout the series. However, the writers have used such themes before in this show when creating a complex relationship between heroes and villains. This revelation may also explain why many people associated with the show have often described Henry as a character deserving of sympathy.The finale will run for just over two hours, which does not leave much time to fully rewrite the audience's view of Vecna. Still, Bower has said that the mysteries will be answered. Viewers may finally learn how Henry became what he is, why he is connected to Will, and whether there is any part of him left that can be saved.Stranger Things has always focused on friendship, loss, fear, and growth. The idea of tying Will's emotional arc to Henry's troubled past fits with the themes the show has developed over the years. It may also give the story a more emotional ending than fans expected.With the finale arriving soon, audiences will not have to wait long to see whether Vecna's story ends in destruction, redemption, or something in between. Bower's hints suggest that the final moments of Stranger Things may be more emotional, more personal, and more complicated than many fans once believed.