Eddie was in his third try of graduating when Hawkins hit a new era, under the rule of a group of students who transferred after their families moved to Hawkins, Indiana. The leader of the group, rag-tag group of rockers, was a girl but tough as nails. Many of the students were afraid of her, even some of the teachers. Eddie had watched her for some time, impressed she had such a hold on the school while being someone who was similar to his style.