Though introduced in the previous episode, it is shown here just how many similarities Grigori shares with The Terminator from "The Terminator." His muscular build, jaw line, haircut, half-finger gloves, weapons, gait, clothing, foreign accent, relentlessness, and motorcycle are all reminiscent of the characteristics/behaviors exhibited by a Cyberdyne Systems T-800 Model 101. Additionally, when Hopper questions Mayor Larry about the man's identity, Mayor Larry defiantly says, "He's
Arnold Schwarzenegger."