supernatural

The hidden world of all things supernatural; a look inside witchcraft, spells, vexes, black magic and other spine-tingling supernatural phenomena.

The Curse of Willow Creek
Willow Creek, Oregon, is an obscure mountain town. The houses here are made of wood, and the streetlights cast shadows. The town is so small that it can't be found on Google Maps. Yet every year on Halloween night, a mysterious event takes place in this town.
By Nafiz Hossainabout a year ago in Horror
Shadow of the Raven Fog
Raven Fog was one of those strange mountain villages that were hidden in the foothills of the White Mountains in northern Massachusetts, as if they were a secret. The village was not named on maps, but the locals knew – “You’ll get lost if you go that way.” The old people said that no one who went to Raven Fog ever came back, and if they did, they were no longer ‘human’.
By Nafiz Hossainabout a year ago in Horror
The Autopsy
The body was wheeled into the room, the two guards positioning the body right next to the set of tools we would use to open up the corpse. My mentor, Sanders, was putting on his gloves, goggles already on his face. He reached out a hand toward me, as the two men left the room, their boots echoing down the dimly lit hallway.
By Emy Quinnabout a year ago in Horror
In Limbo
“The first time Thomas saw his reflection blink independently, he thought he was dreaming. The second time, it smiled at him.”
By USAMA KHANabout a year ago in Horror
"The Night My CCTV Caught What Wasn’t Human: A Bone-Chilling True Story That Defies Logic"
Introduction: Why I Installed the Cameras It started with a break-in. Last summer, someone tried to pry open our kitchen window at 2 AM. Though they fled when our dog barked, the incident left my family paranoid. My wife, Priya, begged me to install security cameras. “We need to feel safe,” she insisted. So, I bought a budget-friendly CCTV system: four cameras covering every corner of our suburban home.
By Mian Nazir Shahabout a year ago in Horror
The Last Call from Apartment 7B
I wasn’t even supposed to be home that night. The plan was simple: grab dinner with friends, catch a movie, maybe crash at Maya’s place like I usually did on Thursdays. But around noon, something in my gut told me to cancel. I don’t know why. It wasn’t a bad feeling exactly—just… off.
By Sohanur Rahmanabout a year ago in Horror
"Bird Box" by Josh Malerman
The wind moved gently through the trees, rustling the dry leaves like whispers of ghosts. Mallory knelt by the edge of the river, her ears tuned to every crack of a twig, every flutter of a bird’s wing. The blindfold over her eyes was tied tight—so tight her temples throbbed—but she didn’t dare loosen it. Not here. Not now.
By Jawad Khanabout a year ago in Horror
THE 7th FLOOR. AI-Generated.
No one lived on the 7th floor of the Palemore Hostel. Not officially.The building, an old stone colonial relic in the heart of Kolkata, had seven floors — but only six were listed. Students joked the 7th was haunted. The elevator skipped it, and the stairwell ended with a rusted gate welded shut long ago.
By jasmeen kaurabout a year ago in Horror
A Tale of Horror and Survival
Barron, Wisconsin, was a peaceful small town of fewer than 4,000 residents, the kind of place where everyone knew each other and crime was rare. That peace was shattered on the night of October 15, 2018, when tragedy struck the Closs household in a way no one could have imagined. At around 12:53 a.m., a 911 call came from the Closs residence. No one spoke on the line, but commotion and yelling could be heard. By the time deputies arrived, they found the front door kicked in and a horrifying scene inside: James Closs, 56, and Denise Closs, 46, had both been shot dead. Their 13-year-old daughter, Jayme Closs, was missing. There was no sign of forced entry beyond the door, no fingerprints, no shell casings left behind. It seemed like a professional hit, but who would want to hurt a quiet, hardworking family? The community rallied, holding vigils, fundraisers, and search parties. The FBI got involved. Billboards went up across the country with Jayme's face. For months, there were no credible leads. Theories ran wild — maybe it was someone from school, a stranger, or even a family acquaintance. But the truth was far more chilling. --- The Predator in Plain Sight The man responsible was Jake Thomas Patterson, a 21-year-old from the nearby town of Gordon, Wisconsin. He had no criminal record, no online presence, and was barely noticed by his neighbors. He didn’t know the Closs family, had never met them, and had no prior connection — except one fateful day. While driving to work at a cheese factory, Patterson stopped behind a school bus and saw Jayme Closs get on. In that fleeting moment, he decided he would take her. He didn’t know her name, her family, or anything about her life. He simply saw a girl and made a monstrous decision. He spent days planning the kidnapping meticulously. He shaved his head to avoid leaving DNA, removed license plates from his car, and chose the time of night to strike. On October 15, armed with a shotgun, he approached the Closs house in the dark. James Closs came to the door. Patterson shot him on sight. He then found Denise and Jayme hiding in the bathroom. Forcing Denise to duct-tape her daughter, he then murdered Denise in front of Jayme. He shoved the terrified 13-year-old into the trunk of his car and drove off. Jayme Closs had just lost her parents and was now a captive of a complete stranger. --- Eighty-Eight Days of Terror Patterson brought Jayme to his remote, rundown cabin in the woods. He told her that if she tried to escape, something worse would happen. He kept her under his bed for hours or even a full day at a time, barricaded with weights and boxes so she couldn’t move. He’d play loud music to mask any noise. When guests came, he’d force her to hide silently, threatening her each time. Despite the psychological torment, Jayme remained alert. She studied her surroundings, memorized details, and waited for a chance to escape. Her opportunity came 88 days later, on January 10, 2019. Patterson had left the house for a few hours, and for the first time, Jayme wasn’t locked up. Seizing her chance, she put on shoes that were too big for her and ran. She encountered a woman walking her dog — Jeanne Nutter, a social worker who immediately recognized Jayme and took her to a nearby home. The call to 911 was electric: “I have Jayme Closs!” It was the break authorities and her family had been praying for. --- Justice and Aftermath Just minutes after Jayme’s escape, Patterson was pulled over and arrested. He confessed almost immediately, describing the murders and kidnapping in chilling detail. He was charged with two counts of first-degree murder and one count of kidnapping. In May 2019, he pled guilty and was sentenced to two life sentences without parole, plus an additional 40 years. The judge described his crime as “the most dangerous kind” — premeditated, calculated, and devoid of empathy. Jayme Closs, meanwhile, became a symbol of strength. Despite her trauma, she was brave enough to escape and help bring her captor to justice. Her statement at Patterson’s sentencing shook the courtroom: “He thought that he could own me, but he was wrong. I was smarter. I watched his every move and I took back my freedom. I will not let him define who I am.” --- Impact and Legacy Jayme's case stunned the nation not only because of the brutality, but because of her resilience. Experts and law enforcement praised her courage and composure. Her escape remains one of the most remarkable stories of survival in modern American true crime. The case also raised serious questions about how someone with no prior offenses could carry out such an elaborate, horrific act. It highlighted the randomness of some crimes and the need for vigilance even in small communities. In the years since, Jayme has largely stayed out of the public eye, living with relatives and trying to heal. Her story has been featured in books, documentaries, and podcasts, but she has declined interviews, choosing privacy and peace over publicity. --- Conclusion The kidnapping of Jayme Closs is one of the most haunting true crime cases in American history. It’s a story of a cruel predator who planned a senseless act of violence — and a brave young girl who endured unspeakable terror but never gave up hope. In a world where many true crime stories end in tragedy, Jayme’s tale is one of rare survival and triumph. Her courage not only saved her own life but brought justice to her family — and a small town forever changed by evil.
By D A R Kabout a year ago in Horror
Fremantle Prison: Australia’s Most Haunted Fortress of Shadows
Fremantle Prison: Ominous Traces of Australia's Penal Colony Past In Fremantle, Western Australia's port city, the Fremantle Prison stands as a chilling reminder of Australia's colonial past and a breeding ground for paranormal phenomena. Constructed in 1855 by British convict prisoners who were sent to Australia, the prison operated for 136 years until its closure in 1991. Currently, its limestone walls, soaked in pain, riots, and executions, have it labeled one of Australia's scariest places to visit.
By Kyrol Mojikalabout a year ago in Horror
The Mansion
I did not want this job. But I was willing to do anything for money. Of course, I had limits, but I would rather work hard to earn my money instead of posting nudes of myself online.
By Emy Quinnabout a year ago in Horror
The Sorrows of Raven Creek
Raven Creek was one of those towns two hours north of Seattle, tucked into a strange bend in the Olympic Mountains—a wrong turn that threw you from the comforts of the city into a different time, where there were no cell towers, no cafes, and the pine-covered streets seemed to have been quietly lost in history.
By Nafiz Hossainabout a year ago in Horror