Sometimes, the worst monsters are the ones disguised to help you in this episode's dark fiction story "Trapped" and then hear the true story of someone's unexpected run in with a misty figure while vacationing in Wales in "Welsh Hotel"

This month's movement: Renew as a Crew

"Drops of Darkness" is the ongoing literary work of dark fiction writer Anodyne Von, brought to life in captivating audible form through the creative efforts of Cameron Helkuik.

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Cast and Credits:

Written, voiced, and produced by Anodyne Von as “Stranger” and Cameron Helkuik as “Someone”

Introduction & conclusion voiced by Atta Otigba

© 2023 Drops of Darkness | Hounds Von Hellquake Studios.

Dark Fiction | Short Stories | Classic Horror | True Ghost Stories | Paranormal Podcast | Scary Stories | Spine-Chilling Tales | Gothic Horror | Scary Storytelling | Horror Narration

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Calum faces the hidden terrors of seas in this episode's dark fiction story "Chorus of the Deep" and then hear the true story of someone's terrifying exploration of an old murder house in "The Haunting of the Cooper House" (from @Anime3536 on Reddit)

This month's movement: Renew as a Crew

"Drops of Darkness" is the ongoing literary work of dark fiction writer Anodyne Von, brought to life in captivating audible form through the creative efforts of Cameron Helkuik.

Follow us on TikTok for more thrilling dark storytelling content: @dropsofdarkness

To have your true paranormal story read on the show, send it to: [email protected]

Get ad-free episodes and bonus content here: patreon.com/dropsofdarkness

Content Advisory: Intended for mature listeners. Check episode descriptions for specific warnings and helpful resources.

For business and advertising inquiries, reach out to: [email protected]

Cast and Credits:

Written, voiced, and produced by Anodyne Von as “Stranger” and Cameron Helkuik as “Someone”

Introduction & conclusion voiced by Atta Otigba

© 2023 Drops of Darkness | Hounds Von Hellquake Studios.

Dark Fiction | Short Stories | Classic Horror | True Ghost Stories | Paranormal Podcast | Scary Stories | Spine-Chilling Tales | Gothic Horror | Scary Storytelling | Horror Narration

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Jamie is happy to see his grandparents again after so many years, but soon realizes that something's not quite right in this episode's dark fiction story "The Last Visit" and then hear the true story of someone's strange childhood friend in "Spider Girl" (from @aymochi on Reddit)

This month's movement: Renew as a Crew

"Drops of Darkness" is the ongoing literary work of dark fiction writer Anodyne Von, brought to life in captivating audible form through the creative efforts of Cameron Helkuik.

Follow us on TikTok for more thrilling dark storytelling content: @dropsofdarkness

To have your true paranormal story read on the show, send it to: [email protected]

Get ad-free episodes and bonus content here: patreon.com/dropsofdarkness

Content Advisory: Intended for mature listeners. Check episode descriptions for specific warnings and helpful resources.

For business and advertising inquiries, reach out to: [email protected]

Cast and Credits:

Written, voiced, and produced by Anodyne Von as “Stranger” and Cameron Helkuik as “Someone”

Introduction & conclusion voiced by Atta Otigba

© 2023 Drops of Darkness | Hounds Von Hellquake Studios.

Dark Fiction | Short Stories | Classic Horror | True Ghost Stories | Paranormal Podcast | Scary Stories | Spine-Chilling Tales | Gothic Horror | Scary Storytelling | Horror Narration

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An imperfect cat finds his place with an imperfect owner in a small haunted home in this episode's dark fiction story "My Monster" and then hear the true story of someone encountering a red-eyed dark figure in "I Saw Something in My Bedroom."

This month's movement: Renew as a Crew

"Drops of Darkness" is the ongoing literary work of dark fiction writer Anodyne Von, brought to life in captivating audible form through the creative efforts of Cameron Helkuik.

Follow us on TikTok for more thrilling dark storytelling content: @dropsofdarkness

To have your true paranormal story read on the show, send it to: [email protected]

Get ad-free episodes and bonus content here: patreon.com/dropsofdarkness

Content Advisory: Intended for mature listeners. Check episode descriptions for specific warnings and helpful resources.

For business and advertising inquiries, reach out to: [email protected]

Cast and Credits:

Written, voiced, and produced by Anodyne Von as “Stranger” and Cameron Helkuik as “Someone”

Introduction & conclusion voiced by Atta Otigba

© 2023 Drops of Darkness | Hounds Von Hellquake Studios.

Dark Fiction | Short Stories | Classic Horror | True Ghost Stories | Paranormal Podcast | Scary Stories | Spine-Chilling Tales | Gothic Horror | Scary Storytelling | Horror Narration

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When no one is safe from the harshness of winter, it's hunt and eat or die in this episode's dark fiction story "Hunted" and then hear the true story of someone encountering an omen of death in "I Saw the Grim Reaper"

This month's nonprofit: The Southern Poverty Law Center

"Drops of Darkness" is the ongoing literary work of dark fiction writer Anodyne Von, brought to life in captivating audible form through the creative efforts of Cameron Helkuik.

Follow us on TikTok for more thrilling dark storytelling content: @dropsofdarkness

To have your true paranormal story read on the show, send it to: [email protected]

Get ad-free episodes and bonus content here: patreon.com/dropsofdarkness

Content Advisory: Intended for mature listeners. Check episode descriptions for specific warnings and helpful resources.

For business and advertising inquiries, reach out to: [email protected]

Cast and Credits:

Written, voiced, and produced by Anodyne Von as “Stranger” and Cameron Helkuik as “Someone”

Introduction & conclusion voiced by Atta Otigba

© 2023 Drops of Darkness | Hounds Von Hellquake Studios.

Dark Fiction | Short Stories | Classic Horror | True Ghost Stories | Paranormal Podcast | Scary Stories | Spine-Chilling Tales | Gothic Horror | Scary Storytelling | Horror Narration

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Mr. Vargas accepts all types of clients in his tailor shop and they either earn great gifts through his magical threads, or something much worse, in this episode's dark fiction story "The Tailor's Threads" and then hear the true story of a possible run in with a skinwalker in "My Scariest Paranormal Experience" from TikTok user @unofficially_mykie.

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Death

This month's nonprofit: The Southern Poverty Law Center

"Drops of Darkness" is the ongoing literary work of dark fiction author Anodyne Von, brought to life in captivating audible form through the creative efforts of Cameron Helkuik.

Follow us on TikTok for more thrilling dark storytelling content: @dropsofdarkness

To have your true paranormal story read on the show, send it to: [email protected]

Get ad-free episodes and bonus content here: patreon.com/dropsofdarkness

Content Advisory: Intended for mature listeners. Check episode descriptions for specific warnings and helpful resources.

For business and advertising inquiries, reach out to: [email protected]

Cast and Credits:

Written, voiced, and produced by Anodyne Von as “Stranger” and Cameron Helkuik as “Someone”

Introduction & conclusion voiced by Atta Otigba

© 2023 Drops of Darkness | Hounds Von Hellquake Studios.

Dark Fiction | Short Stories | Classic Horror | True Ghost Stories | Paranormal Podcast | Scary Stories | Spine-Chilling Tales | Gothic Horror | Scary Storytelling | Horror Narration

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In a world ravaged by vampires and machines, Liv gets something she's never been given: a choice, in this episode's dark fiction story "Like You, Little One" and then hear the true paranormal story of an attention seeking entity in "That's Not My Sister".

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Blood | Death

This month's nonprofit: The Southern Poverty Law Center

"Drops of Darkness" is the ongoing literary work of dark fiction author Anodyne Von, brought to life in captivating audible form through the creative efforts of Cameron Helkuik.

Follow us on TikTok for more thrilling dark storytelling content: @dropsofdarkness

To have your true paranormal story read on the show, send it to: [email protected]

Get ad-free episodes and bonus content here: patreon.com/dropsofdarkness

Content Advisory: Intended for mature listeners. Check episode descriptions for specific warnings and helpful resources.

For business and advertising inquiries, reach out to: [email protected]

Cast and Credits:

Written, voiced, and produced by Anodyne Von as “Stranger” and Cameron Helkuik as “Someone”

Introduction & conclusion voiced by Atta Otigba

© 2023 Drops of Darkness | Hounds Von Hellquake Studios.

Dark Fiction | Short Stories | Classic Horror | True Ghost Stories | Paranormal Podcast | Scary Stories | Spine-Chilling Tales | Gothic Horror | Scary Storytelling | Horror Narration

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After her evening turns bloody, Rose flees to The Crossroads to get rid of something she can no longer hide, in this episode's dark fiction story "A Night at the Crossroads" and then hear the true paranormal story of a two children and their father spending the night in a house that was supposed to be empty in "Unseen Intruder".

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Blood | Death

This month's nonprofit: The Southern Poverty Law Center

"Drops of Darkness" is the ongoing literary work of dark fiction author Anodyne Von, brought to life in captivating audible form through the creative efforts of Cameron Helkuik.

Follow us on TikTok for more thrilling dark storytelling content: @dropsofdarkness

To have your true paranormal story read on the show, send it to: [email protected]

Get ad-free episodes and bonus content here: patreon.com/dropsofdarkness

Content Advisory: Intended for mature listeners. Check episode descriptions for specific warnings and helpful resources.

For business and advertising inquiries, reach out to: [email protected]

Cast and Credits:

Written, voiced, and produced by Anodyne Von as “Stranger” and Cameron Helkuik as “Someone”

Introduction & conclusion voiced by Atta Otigba

© 2023 Drops of Darkness | Hounds Von Hellquake Studios.

Dark Fiction | Short Stories | Classic Horror | True Ghost Stories | Paranormal Podcast | Scary Stories | Spine-Chilling Tales | Gothic Horror | Scary Storytelling | Horror Narration

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Welcome to the second of two spine-tingling compilation episodes! Balance out the season's cheer with four of Someone’s most chilling paranormal accounts, narrated by Cameron Helkuik. This special episode has a collection encounters including The Hat Man, an eavesdropping demonic presence, and an instance of shared dreams. Perfect for fans of all things paranormal.

Thank you for supporting Drops of Darkness! We're a small indie-production duo and we create every episode ourselves. This means that each week, we write Stranger's fiction and hand-pick Someone's true scary stories in order to give you the best show we possibly can. If you like what we do, please tell your friends! We have big plans for Drops of Darkness and you can help us offer more content by subscribing, rating, and submitting your own stories. You can also follow us on TikTok @dropsofdarkness!

Until next time, Dear One.

EXPLICIT CONTENT: Stories featured on this show contain content intended for mature audiences.

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Language

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Learn more about this month's nonprofit at wwww.anera.com

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Welcome to the Drops of Darkness holiday special! Get to know the duo behind Stranger and Someone in this audio AND video episode as Anodyne Von and Cameron Helkuik discuss some of the strangest (and creepiest) holiday traditions from around the world. There's classics like the Yule Lads and Krampus, plus many you may have never heard before including a pooping log, a wine-drinking witch, and singing undead horse!

Send your true paranormal stories to [email protected]!

*Content intended for mature audience and is not in the slightest bit meant for educational purposes. Articles by people with actual information are all cited below.

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Cited Article Links:

The Eight Strangest Christmas Traditions on Earth on yha.com.au

The Fascinating Folklore Origins of Santa Claus on explorethearchive.com

Night of the Radishes on wikipedia.com

Words Anodyne was too scared to pronounce:

yha.com.au

Mari Lywd - Undead horse in South Wales

Oaxaca, Mexico - Night of the Radishes

Photo Credits:

Mari Lywd - R. fiend | Wikipedia

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