supernatural

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

The Witches of Wizards Alton
Like most English counties, Stiltshire has had its fair share of witches, wise women, warlocks and various persons of pagan interests. Stiltshire folk over the centuries have been generally tolerant of such people, believing them to be at best purveyors of an ancient craft of healing and miracle working, and at worst harmless eccentrics. In the days of the witch hunts the county came under scrutiny and at first roused the interest of the witchfinders. In many a tavern could be found people who, on being plied with a few quarts or slipped the odd shilling, could be relied upon to recount lurid tales of child sacrifice, of flying broomsticks, or of elderly women indulging in unnatural practices with black cats or, more usually (this being Stiltshire), black pigs. However, on closer examination, the alleged perpetrators of these acts invariably proved to be strangers whom no-one could identify, victims’ names were curiously absent from parish registers and the secret glade in the middle of the forest always turned out to be one of a dozen such clearings, each with a blasted elm or a prominent ring of mushrooms. In the end the inquisitors, faced with this lack of hard evidence even by their standards, and increasingly out of pocket, turned their attention to other regions where the locals were more willing to betray their neighbours for the price of a pint or two.
By Tony Nunn5 years ago in Horror
To End it All
Below the surface, a pillar of light looms over a stone domed chamber with large stone throne-like chairs, seven in total, sit around the pillar of light. One by one, figures dressed in long white robes took their seats. As the last one took their seat, the pillar of light began to radiate a glow that brightened the whole room and a voice rang out throughout the chamber.
By Kyle Hummel5 years ago in Horror
Bush Predators
Pop awkwardly hauled himself onto the ute's tray. Tilly went to offer a hand but as usual he shooed her away claiming, "I'm not that bloody old yet!" He stood for a moment, triumphant of his efforts, before easing himself into the old lounge chair that she had secured to the tray's bar for them.
By Amanda Mara5 years ago in Horror
Grimoire of Adair Jones
02/06 Thank you my past self for choosing only afternoon lectures on Monday. Well, the best-case scenario would be not having any classes on Monday, but it’s better than having an 8 am lecture. After all my classes were done, I tried to get some study done in the library with my friends, but as usual, it wasn’t the most productive study session. Even when I got back home, I barely made any progress on my assignments. Well, I guess I could have gotten a lot more done if I didn’t watch Netflix after dinner. But also, I kept getting side-tracked while I was working on my assignment.
By Kureha Durant5 years ago in Horror
This must be Heaven
“Ah, this must be Heaven,” I say, as I suddenly wake up. I do not know where those words came from. I do not remember much, just that I must be in a very nice place. I stand in a long corridor, with hundreds of people in front of me, possibly thousands, with many more behind me. I can see what lies ahead though. A grand exit of ancient Roman architecture is erected at the end of the marble pathway. Beyond that gateway lies another world. A large grassy field, with a clear sunny sky just up ahead. Although strangely, the grass and sky are grey, while the sun is a deep red. I get closer to the exit.
By Jared J5 years ago in Horror
A Vampire Story
We Have Gone Too Far By John W. Gilmore He spoke into his throw away Tract phone. "I can't wait until I'm in the right mindset to start writing this book, Brenda. That's never going to happen again! The vampires have shaken my world to pieces the same way they have yours. When that happens, there is no peace of mind."
By Om Prakash John Gilmore5 years ago in Horror
I'm a Skeptic Who Played a Deadly Game for Kicks
As someone who is deeply fascinated by mysteries and true crime stories, the Elisa Lam case is one that caught my attention. The first time I heard of it was 5 years ago when I watched a Buzzfeed Unsolved video about her bizarre death. One of the top theories they had was that Elisa had played the Elevator Game and it ended badly.
By Bertilla Niveda5 years ago in Horror
Kill Me or I'm Dreaming
A scythe. Reflecting sun rays from the wide bedroom window brilliantly, it gleamed above my face dauntingly. Pale brown and slender fingers wrapped themselves tight around its staff. I fixed my eyes to rest on the being that held it. Looming over me while paying me little mind.
By Naiya Oriana5 years ago in Horror
Brain food
I'm a lover of movies and tv series that force me to think outside the box, I call it brain food. I love horror films and movies with twist that I have a hard time guessing the ending. If it doesn't force me to think or frighten the crap outta me in some sort of way whats the point of watching it right?! When I was young my favorite show was the twilight zone I mean at 12 years old I couldn't have enough of "Twilight zone" "Goosebumps " or "Beyond belief factor fiction ", now that I think about it my friends would never wanna watch movies with me now I understand why. I was actually thrilled when I found out about the reboot of The twilight zone in 2019 s but its already been discontinued (bummer) so it's only right that I begin there. 1) twighlight zone always had me at the edge of my seat wondering what's next. I begin watching it as a kid and it was addictive. Number 2 on my list "The sixth sense" Like omg who could guess that ending I absolutely loved it kept me on the edge of my seat and amazed at the ending. It's a oldie but goodie (3) Where's Monday that movie had me on the edge of my seat who guessed the ending cause I sure did not see that coming (Netflix keep doin ya thang baby)... Number (4) I absolutely have love love this series watched them all prolly 5 times each... I'm sorry but it's my all time favorite and it would've should've been number 1 but I decided to go a different route (drum roll please) ANCIENT ALIENS it's like traveling and learning +mind food I absolutely love it and can't get enough of their explorations, theories and myths. Ancient Aliens for you to think outside the box and learn about some really amazing places. #5 "2 sentence horror stories I wanna say this I wasn't frighten by the small clips but it definitely forced me to think. Two sentence horror stories always end with a twist. The two sentence quotes at the end made the shows so worth watching force you to think. I even remember saying after a clip "maybe my job isn't that important " . (6) The haunting at hill house. The ending is everything and will have you questioning what in the world just happened, I love mind benders and this Netflix series was just that, a absolute mind bender. my most recent watch is nunber ( (7) "BEHIND HER EYES" ( When I write in caps yes I'm screaming!!!) it's a newby but wow it was enticing I was so on the edge and that ending I never seen it coming, I must admit I was confused in the beginning but by the end everything makes sense, I loved it. Number (8)The taking of Deborah Logan. Man that movies scared the living crap outta me, I haven't been that scared since a kid when "Tale from the crypt" came on and he would jump out that casket and scared the crap outta me every time. I loved watching these movies with my rose quartz candles lit and my red cozy blanket. I know most prefer wine while watching a great movie but I enjoy a strawberry margarita (salt my rim please) turn the light out and get ready for mind twist and bumps in the night. I always watch cartoons after just me balancing everything out I blame that on me being a Libra and not a scaredy cat. Most of the movies I named are easy to find on Netflix or prime and if you need the info on a perfect margarita I'm your girl. Enjoy.
By Shiny Williams 5 years ago in Horror
Tricked by a Ghost
Im weary to share this story publicly because of what people may think or say; but for anyone who is aware enough to think of what lies beyond this realm, well I feel like they deserve to hear this. I won’t preface this with other examples of paranormal activity I have experienced. I feel like this story is strong enough to stand alone; no justification required.
By Kelsie Young5 years ago in Horror
Guardia Nocturna
Generally it takes a great deal to spook me. My birthday is close to Halloween, so I grew up having costume birthday parties, and then in college I became a hardcore gothic club hound. I love the elegantly spooky and macabre, and use my Halloween kitchenware all year long.
By Deborah Moran5 years ago in Horror
Greed
Even as he lay dying, he clung to it, his life force slowly seeping away. His strength was fading, leaving upwards from his feet, until only his hands held onto that thing with sheer might of will.
By Lynne Hancock5 years ago in Horror