The notion of Samhain as a harvest festival is widely recognized, celebrated with the gathering of crops and the preparation for the long, cold winter ahead. Yet, beneath the surface of this age-old tradition lies a more enigmatic and unsettling aspect—the harvest of souls. It is a concept steeped in spiritual mystique, amplified by the … Continue reading The Samhain Harvest – Thermodynamics of the Soul w/ The Arcane Observer and Salsido Paranormal →

Devil’s Night refers to the night before Halloween, October 30th, when there is a history of increased vandalism and arson in some communities. The origins and meaning of the term are debated, but here is some background: Devil’s Night first emerged in Detroit, Michigan in the 1970s and 1980s, when there was a rise in … Continue reading The Chaos of Devil’s Night – Dark Ritual Manifestation →

Funeral homes stand as somber landmarks in the landscape of human experience, existing at the intersection of life and death, reality and mystery. These are places where the living gather to pay their last respects, and it’s hardly surprising that they often become fertile ground for tales of the supernatural. One might first consider the … Continue reading Unfinished Business – Ghost Stories from a Funeral Home →

As the season of Halloween approaches, the archetype of the haunted takes center stage, casting its eerie yet captivating spell over our collective imagination. Whether it’s the lore of spectral visitations or the thrill of a ghost hunt, the concept resonates deeply, echoing ancient fears and fascinations that transcend cultural and temporal boundaries. Yet, as … Continue reading Halloween Archetypes – The Haunted →