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All Hallow: Croaker Creek

Midnight Midway

Dark Sea Cove

Cursed by a terrible incident one year before the town’s founding, this tragic town is host to all kinds of spooks, both friendly and not so friendly…

Coming off the back left corner of Pumpkin Acres (opposite of Goblin Woods entrance), a dusty cart trail lead through the woods to an open dry land with a seemingly abandoned late 1800’s frontier town nestled in the middle. After passing through a cemetery listing the dead folks of the town (see Characters), a worn old wood sign sits in the dirt near the entrance with “Welcome to Croaker Creek” scrawled on it. Inside the town, wild west buildings stand like old tombstones, their side worn and windows dirty and cracked, in a long straight line. Past the main town, the path branches two ways; one way leads left towards a rocky landscape and a dried-up creek, while another leads right to an open dusty farmers field with ghostly glowing teepees set up and an old large farmhouse in the background.

In contrast to Pumpkin Acres, which is filled with the bounty of a good fall harvest and has plenty of life and vegetation, the entirety of Croaker Creek is dead and dry in a literal sense. Wilted plants and dead trees line the dusty road and there are no signs of anything living…at least in the mortal natural sense.

Signs of spooks and curses can be found all over the town of Croaker Creak. Along with the appearance of the residents in ghostly attire, you can also hear and see other eerie sights. Voices croak from seemingly nowhere and the sound of water can be heard from the dried creak. Objects move on their own and the player piano will stop playing sometimes when a stranger walks through the door or play certain themes in accordance with certain spirits appearing. It’s pretty clear that the town is haunted by some old wild west spirits but luckily most of them are quite nice! Background music for the town would be mellow and slow county instrumentals.

Characters:

Every character in Croaker Creek has a corresponding gravestone in the cemetery with the exception of Shaman Poloma

Sheriff Leroy Hollow: The old sheriff of Croaker Creak. Although he might not seem like the most efficient lawman, when there’s trouble, he’ll do what’s needed for the community. Died by a gunshot. (It’s unclear whether it was Harry Van Terrior or Snakebite that shot him, but that’s up to the visitors to decide)

Mayor Harry Van Terrior: The mayor and founder of Croaker Creek. Although many praise the mayor for his charitable work and leadership, some suspect that the mayor may hide a dark secret. Died by starvation.

Isabelle Van Terrior: The mayor’s beautiful daughter. Many men tried to woo her into marriage, but suspiciously some who dated her died in mysterious ways. Died by strangulation (again, it’s unclear who killed her, but suspects include Snakebite, Evelyn Sellers and Bo Blackwater.)

Ezra ‘Snakebite’ Crane: An outlaw that brings terror wherever he and his gang of crooks go. A slippery and dangerous thug that delights in scaring individuals and has a wicked fast shot. Died in a shootout with Leroy Hollow and several town folks.

Evelyn Sellers: The mother of one of Isabelle’s suitors that died. A crooked old woman that spites and despises young beautiful woman and one of the suspects in Isabelle’s murder. Some believed she was a witch and tested her by drowning her in a dunking pool. Some think it is because of her death that the drought happened.

Bo Blackwater: A wheel-chair bound cripple that used to drift from town to town. He can often be heard playing his old banjo and singing old western songs. Died when he was hanged for the crime of murder. (He knows he’s innocent, but the rest of the town thinks he’s a filthy liar)

Shaman Poloma: Native American shaman and storyteller. She and her tribe once lived on this land until they were tricked into eating poisoned food.

The Horseman family: A farming family that lives near town. Near the end of their lives, they became haunted by unknown spirits and slowly became insane thanks to the drought ruining their crops and starvation and the incidents in town. (their graves are near the family home or cremated in vases inside)

Other characters that make an appearance in the graveyard and in Croaker Creek are Isabelle’s suitors that gather around her, Snakebite’s gang, some of the shopkeepers (see Shops and Eateries) and the miners in Howl Mine

Attractions:

Howl Mine: A rickety mine cart ride within a mine that suffered many deaths over its lifetime. You can still hear the moaning of miners and see their ghosts as you fly by quickly on this hair-raising trip!

The Bloody Pit: A terrifying drop ride into the depths of the mine shaft, where 13 miners died in an explosion and suffocated on gas.

Storytelling Circle: Gather in the large white teepee and listen and watch as Shaman Poloma tells Native American stories about monsters and evil spirits. Complete with special effects and shadow puppetry on the tent walls.

Tale of Terror: The Horseman Tradigy: An immersive horror show set in the home of The Horseman’s. Intense 14+ A performance that technically isn’t a haunt maze, but will leave you haunted.

Van Terrior Hotel and Scalawag Alley: The actual haunt maze of Croaker Creak, this claustrophobic maze starts in the hotel, where Isabelle’s suitors haunt the halls looking for their love, to the back alley where the pain of starvation and thirst turned the town folks insane, to the secret hideaway of Snakebite and his villainous gang of crooks.

Shops and Eateries:

Nannie’s Outfitters: Owned by a shopkeeper that died in an accident that twisted her head, this costume shop sells more variety of western outfits beyond just cowboys and cowgirls. This includes mining outfits, saloon jobs (barkeep, dancer, musician, etc), and even outlaw costumes.

The Deserted Skull Saloon: Every western town needs a saloon, and The Deserted Skull is the spookiest saloon you’ll ever enter! Barbeque dishes and sasparilla and root beer pair well with the theatrics that plays on the stage inside. Sometimes, the famous ghosts of Croaker Creak show up for a visit.

The Native Outpost: A small stand just off the path to the farmland serving Native American frybread and pemmican

Thomas Peterson’s Photography Studio: Connected to Nannie’s Outfitters, this photography studio run by a burnt ghost offers both single and group photos, with the option of renting western outfits to wear. The shop also has some old newspapers and pamphlets telling a bit of the history of the town. There is also a surprise in the photos; each photo comes with a hidden ghost in the pic!

Side path: A path in the mine leads to the Western Exhibit in History of Horror

Visit @allhallowsthemepark for more Halloween horror!

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Afraid Of The Dark

@thecarnalscientist-jt /based on a prompt found on Pinterest/ "This is far from a game, Zenith stands against many demons. And you must realize what lurks in the dark." The CEO of Zenith Corp, tone seeking loyalty. Three groups stood before her, clad in military grade armor. Two of her top captains stood before her, in formation and ready to begin. However a new team that would specialize in extracting information and taking necessary scientific samples; was too cocky for their own good. Captain Landon was the new addition to Zenith Corporation. A man trained in combat, basic engineering, and biomedical science. "Captain Kyle Landon, welcome to the team. Remember your training from commander Zudan, and know that allies of Zenith are to be given a wide birth." She mentioned, a harsh but tired expression sending a chill down Kyle' spine. Zenith Corp is a military started company that specializes in biomedical engineering. Enhancing soldiers, prolonging life, and creating weapons solely based on tech. However the company has brought about many demons that a small population knew of. There are beings that lurk in the dark, ones that fire and extraction teams be aware of. Darkness holds nightmares, it corporates fear into the heart and mind of a soul. Builds a wall of isolation, creates paranoia, and breaks souls into wimpering piles of flesh. Shining teeth glow at their flashlights, and hungry growls await to pounce from blanketed woods. "The objective is to extract data files from an old building of Zenith'." Marina projected, hands behind her back as she faced her few troops. "It is abandoned, but it is in terriority no longer within our control." Nightmares are shrouded in mist and smoke, blinding all those who dared enter. Although humans didn't inherently live shrouded in darkness, if only to keep sanity. Monsters of another kind did. "The land now belongs to an ally of Zenith, a woman by the name of Rhi that has become a sort of asset." The woman chuckled. "She controls the land in place of our people, however she is protective and extracting those files is your final test to become a true part of this organization." And sometimes, the blanket that shrouds the night in twinkling lights and dark blue velvet; allowed for further opportunities. This will be the final test. "Do you think you can handle it Captain Landon." Marina inquired, the clicking of her heels ceasing once she stood before the taller man. With a nod of determination and a boyish smile, the newest captain spoke. "I won't let you down ma'am." Teeth shine like pearls in the light against the twilight hour, screams can be heard pouring out into the sky. "Move!" Captain Landon ordered, moving his troops ahead of himself; his hand held a small casing. The beast moved at incredible speed, a savage and hungry wolf ready to tear at the throat of the helpless rabbit. Holding position, the deathly drumming of his heart against his chest focused his breathing. "Commander Diminikai Zudan will be arriving soon. Be sure to hold in there, this is a thin line of where you fall within the lines of Zenith corp." A female voice bellowed, spouting truths well hidden between the lines. There are God's and monsters along the corporate lines. Some more dangerous than others. A beast flows against the floor of the forest, teeth bared and spread into a smile that sent a chill down his spine. Fear enveloped his nerves and screamed for him to move. But a plan in motion needed to follow through, lest he lose his life blood. She appeared human, though acted like a rabid wolf searching for its next meal to ward off starvation. Pulling the pin of his grenade he threw it to the floor a meter away, covering his eyes with his arm he braced for impact. The moment it went off he rushed off towards the rest of his team. Rhi uses the dark to her advantage, she hunts down human flesh. And being such a powerful ally she is to be treated with caution. Due to her control over the land, you must work quickly. "Captain Landon! I've got the sample!" His team screamed over the personal comms. Satisfied and keeping the woman at bay he panted heavily as he turned to make his way to the extraction point. "Alpha, Bravo! Requesting extraction, immediatly!" Kyle yelled, the churning in his stomach causing pain to shoot through his body. Claws slashed at his chest as he was tackled to the floor. Raising his gun, he placed it against the beasts neck. Struggling to regain control he screamed from the pit of his chest. "Requesting extraction!" He yelled again before spewing a series of numbers for his location. His team had no doubt made the original position, he was tasked at helping his fellow teammates. That now lay dead in the woods. To be forgotten. Heaving her to the side he kicked his boot into the midsection of her body and flipped her over his head. Allowing his rifle to fly alongside Rhi he huffed in exertion. Blood dribbled like red rivers down the front of his chest. Adrenaline pumped throughout his body, even if it stung now, he had no doubt the marks would be enough to bleed his body; or if he lived long enough, to leave a series of scars along his chest. Scrambling up to his knees he fumbled with the latch at his pistol. "Stay right there, my team and I are leaving." He projected. Conveying the idea that he would no longer be a thorn in her side. He watched as the woman stood from her position, body contorted to give her a predatory stance. She took a step forward. "It isn't just that." She finally spoke, she even sounded human. But she was from an entirely different reality, one Kyle couldn't believe he lived in. The rythamic thumping of the chopper could be heard getting closer, he was close to going home. Returning with his life. "Your blood smells delightful, and I can't pass up an easy meal." She mused, her toothy grin soon returning as she lunged at him. Flashes of fire permeated the air, growls and screaming emanated from both parties. The chopper touched down nearly ten meters from Kyle' position, the sound of gunfire and screams ceased. Several seconds passed before finally Kyle bursted through the brush in a full sprint. "Hurry!" He screamed as he hurriedly bounded up onto the Helicopter. Mission specifications completed, the final captain for Zenith Corp has been acquired. Marina smirked as her hand clasped to Rhi' in a handshake. "Thank you for the help, glad to know that the meat will come in handy." She mused, obviously proud of what had been done. "Glad to help." Rhi grinned. "Especially for all the free meat." Five potential candidates lay dead, and now the sixth prevailed above all. And this little test, was only the gateway to horrors that were to officially stand against them.