urban legend
Urban legends have captivated us from ancient eras to the modern day; a deep dive into scary lore and 'could be true' tales about Bigfoot, Slender Man, the Suicide Forest and beyond.
The Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe
On October 7, 1849, at the age of 40, the famed American writer, poet, and critic Edgar Allan Poe passed away. His mysterious and contentious death has long captured the public's interest, leading to a plethora of ideas and conjectures concerning the reason for and circumstances surrounding it. The real cause of Poe's death has not been determined despite years of research and inquiry, leaving a haunting mystery that continues to fascinate and intrigue literary academics and fans alike.
By Alex Leandro Dos Santos3 years ago in Horror
Unsolved Mysteries: The Strange Disappearance of the Roanoke Colony
Off the coast of what is now North Carolina, on Roanoke Island, 115 English colonists made their landing in 1587. The colonists sought to create a long-term settlement in the New World under the direction of Governor John White. The entire colony, however, disappeared without a trace within three years, leaving only a few perplexing hints and a conundrum that has baffled historians and archaeologists for generations.
By Alex Leandro Dos Santos3 years ago in Horror
Dark Secrets About Transylvania
In the heart of Transylvania lies a mysterious place that people have named the Bermuda Triangle of Transylvania. This eerie forest is home to twisted trees and tangled undergrowth, which gives the feeling that some evil creature might appear from behind a tree at any moment. Legends say that ghosts and mysterious creatures came from space. This forest became famous in the 1960s when a man captured four photos of a weird silver disc shining in the sky while chilling with his girlfriend and a couple of friends. Stories say that those who venture too deep into the murky depths of this creepy place often do not return, which is how it got its nickname in the first place. For instance, a shepherd who entered the forest together with his 200 sheep was never found again. There are other stories of a five-year-old girl who disappeared one day and re-emerged five years later wearing the same clothes as the day she went missing, without aging a day. Some people who entered the forest managed to return but with severe burns, high fever, and other health issues they didn't have before.
By malachi myles3 years ago in Horror
The Black Wolf – A Short Story by Katherine Smith
I am posting this story on behalf of my friend, Maria. I don’t have a shadow of a doubt that the story she tells is true. I remember hearing a tapping on my window; three rapid taps to be exact. My light was turned out and it was dark in my room so I used my phone light to find my way to my window. I looked outside and only saw darkness. Nothing was there. I went back to bed and crawled under my covers. TAP TAP TAP. There it was again, only louder this time. I pulled the covers over my head and shut my eyes tight, willing the insistent noise to go away. For a moment there was only the sound of my breathing.
By Asim hussain3 years ago in Horror
Unknown Creature of the Woods
Unknown Creature of the Woods It was a dark and stormy night, and the woods were alive with the sound of raindrops tapping against the leaves. The wind howled through the trees, and the branches creaked and groaned under its force. But beneath the cacophony of the storm, there was another sound, a low growl that seemed to come from deep within the forest.
By Artel Blue3 years ago in Horror
Haunted places
The dolls island in the center of the Eerie and murky waters near Mexico City looks charming at first. However, once you realize it's home to hundreds of dolls hanging from the trees and scattered throughout the overgrown vegetation, you'll have a hard time sleeping tonight. These dolls are old and often dusty. They have lost their color over time, and their once cheerful faces are now twisted into expressions of despair and horror. There is a sad story behind this disturbing place. It says the Island used to be home to a reclusive man who left his family more than 50 years ago to live alone on the island. He started collecting dolls that were lost in the canal. The story says he even traded products he grew to locals to get more dolls. The man didn't clean these dolls nor show any interest in fixing them. He would just decorate his island with them, no matter how dirty or messed-up they were. Even the dolls that looked nice were quickly destroyed by wind and rain. They weren't just outside; his cabin was full of these scary dolls too. Many people were terrified of this place, claiming it was cursed, but others believed the dolls protected the island. Highgate Cemetery, located in North London, is definitely not a typical burial ground. Its Gates are popular among tourists because of the many peculiar graves, including those of Karl Marx and Douglas Adams. However, what draws visitors to the Cemetery are the legends about it being haunted by various spooky creatures, such as vampires. Graves in an abandoned cemetery have gained popularity due to their usage in horror movies and stories about shadowy figures with glowing red eyes and shark fangs. The cemetery was established in the middle of the 19th century, once neglected and overgrown with decaying monuments and vegetation that swallowed up graves. However, in recent decades, this place has become popular among tourists due to its appearances in several horror movies. Some visitors there are self-proclaimed vampire Hunters.
By Gabriella Gold3 years ago in Horror
The Scarecrow
It was a dark and stormy night, and Venus was driving home from a late shift at work. She had always been a bit scared of driving alone at night, especially in such weather, but there was no other way to get home. As she drove down the deserted road, she couldn't shake the feeling that she was being watched.
By Maria Simões 3 years ago in Horror
Portal to Hell
In the small town of Ravenwood, a legend had been passed down for generations. It was said that deep in the woods, there was a portal to hell itself. Some dismissed it as a mere folktale, but others believed it to be true. And for one group of friends, the legend was about to become all too real.
By Vanshika Jain3 years ago in Horror
A cursed video game that brings its players into a deadly alternate reality
Once upon a time, in a small city nestled in the mountains, there was a mysterious videotape game that was said to be cursed. The game was called" The Other Side" and it was bruited to bring its players into a deadly alternate reality.
By AshDream_Story3 years ago in Horror
A serial killer who preys on unsuspecting victims during a blackout
It was a dark and stormy night when the power suddenly went out. The megacity was plunged into darkness, leaving its residers vulnerable and hysterical . Little did they know, a periodical killer was on the loose, feed on unknowing victims during the knockout.
By AshDream_Story3 years ago in Horror
