We’ve all heard the stories: There was a killer upstairs! There was a killer in the backseat! They sold my kidney on the black market! And while once they may have frightened us, these days, no more. We are no strangers to urban legends; even the ones that have their roots in truth have lost their bite. They’re funny, maybe a little silly, but certainly not scary.
But here’s the thing about urban legends: They evolve. They find new forms. And when they reappear, they get scary all over again.
The modern age is a particularly interesting time for these sorts of tales. The ease of communication allows them to spread faster than ever, and now, they have not only words, but also images and videos to enhance their impact. The lines blur more easily between fact and fiction, and in some cases, being told a tale is no longer a passive experience– indeed, some may find themselves becoming part of the stories themselves. In this series, I’ll be bringing you a new tale each week. You may have heard of these tales, or you may not have; but odds are that even if you don’t think you believe in them, a tiny part of you does. Or wants to. Or simply can’t help it. So come on in. Draw up a chair. Have I got some stories for you.
WARNING: There’s a lot of creepy contained within, so consider yourselves warned and proceed at your own risk. More »
