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 MURDERER IN THE HOUSE OF DEAD
The Shinko University Detective Association has only two members: President Akechi Kyousuke and member Hamura Yuzuru. They are known (self-proclaimed) as the detective couple Holmes and Watson of the school. And their main job is to solve mysteries (they see themselves) and practice their reasoning skills by observing random objects.
By HieuDinh4 months ago in Horror
The Friend Who Never Existed: Are Your Memories Lying to You?
The human mind loves to pretend it’s reliable. We walk through life believing our memories are solid, unshakeable—like a personal library where every book is written exactly as it happened. But every now and then, a story appears that hits us like a cold hand on the back of the neck and reminds us how fragile our inner world really is.
By AngelFace4 months ago in Horror
The Last Elevator Ride: The Unsettling Mystery of Elisa Lam
The strange thing about some mysteries is that they don’t start with a scream or a crime scene. They begin quietly, almost too quietly, and then grow into something no one can forget. The case of Elisa Lam is one of those stories—simple at the start, almost routine, and then suddenly so disturbing that Americans still revisit it years later, as if hoping this time the ending will change.
By The Insight Ledger 4 months ago in Horror
THE WHISPERS IN THE WALLS OF THE BOY SCOUT CAMP
There are hauntings you can escape. Doors you can shut. Lights you can turn on. But what do you do when the thing watching you has no face? No form? No eyes? What do you do when the darkness itself decides to stand up?
By Veil of Shadows4 months ago in Horror
To Summon What They Should Not
The clock had slipped into Sunday morning three hours ago, with a heavy hanging full moon being the only light offered to the trio. Fog coasted the cemetery grounds, making each of their steps appear as if they were trudging through the dreary clouds. Holding the camera tight within her grasp, Nevaeh watched the pair of guys in front of her as they picked their way between the graves. They were far too chipper, far too eager, and far too disrespectful for this setting, but that nothing new.
By Connie4 months ago in Horror
Wide World of Mystery: The Screaming Skull
Vincent Gardenia, last seen being fed to Audrey 2 in the camp cult musical classic remake of Little Shop of Horrors (1960), oddly titled Little Shop of Horrors (1986), starring Rick Moranis, Steve Martin, Ellen Greene, John Candy, Bill Murray... and, well, you get it (but this is not the film I’m writing about). In 1973, Gardenia played Ollie in a little Dark Shadows-esque mini-thriller adapted from an old ghost story by F. Marion Crawford (the story had been adapted in 1958’s The Screaming Skull, which I reviewed long, long ago). The title has been used numerous times. Numerous. It’s a no-brainer.
By Tom Baker4 months ago in Horror
Slenderman - short story
Slenderman has always been a point of interest for me and my friends, a creepypasta we found entertaining starting all the way back in 2018. Inspired by the very real experiences I had where I'm from at dusk in the months preceding Christmas, when the sun dips low and the trees become brilliant shows of warm hues, this Slenderman story was my first creative writing piece I wrote as a freshman in high school. Enjoy :) Written in Fall 2025 as a freshman in high school.
By Chad McBroski4 months ago in Horror
SEASON 7 - Whispers from the Lantern: The Keeper's Lament
Chapter 13 "He... he is the lure," Evelyn said, her voice a low, strangled whisper. "He is the king. He is the master of the drowned. And he wants us to join his kingdom."
By Tales That Breathe at Night4 months ago in Horror
Kuća s prostorijom bez povratka
Introduction: The Allure of Forbidden Rooms Imagine walking through a house and stumbling upon a door that’s strictly off-limits—a room no one ever returns from. The mere thought sends shivers down your spine. These mysterious rooms, often called “rooms of no return,” have fascinated people for centuries. Whether hidden behind walls, disguised as closets, or locked behind iron gates, they trigger a primal sense of curiosity and fear. But why are we drawn to places we’re told to avoid?
By olxia10 4 months ago in Horror
Tajna Prostorija Iza Zida – The Hidden Room Behind the Wall
Have you ever stared at a wall and wondered what might be behind it? The idea that a hidden room could be sitting quietly behind a layer of plaster sends a chill down the spine—but in the most exciting way. “Tajna prostorija iza zida” translates to a secret room behind the wall, and it’s a concept that has appeared in legends, films, and even real-life news stories. Whether it’s a forgotten family secret or an architectural marvel, hidden rooms spark curiosity like nothing else.
By olxia10 4 months ago in Horror
The Shadow That Never Lets Go
The dark of night has always been a mixture of fear, silence, and loneliness for humans. Some nights feel heavier than others, as if the air itself is pressing against your chest. There is an invisible weight that makes every shadow seem alive, every sound amplified, every movement a threat. These are the nights when a person is not truly alone. Ali, a young man who thought he was ordinary, experienced one such night that would change him forever.
By darus sahil4 months ago in Horror
Behind the Screen
Posted by u/BackRowJanitor – 1 month ago I’ve worked as a janitor at our local theater for about six years. I’m the guy who stays after closing, sweeps the popcorn, mops up sodas, unclogs the toilets — all the glamorous stuff.
By V-Ink Stories4 months ago in Horror