Chapel Perilous is a term that many encounter within the realms of occultism and mysticism, but its origins are rooted in Arthurian legend. In these tales, it is a treacherous chapel where Sir Gawain faces a perilous trial, a transformative ordeal that strips away illusion and demands confrontation with the self. Over time, the term … Continue reading The Chapel Perilous – A Journey of High Strangeness
In the heart of an ancient, whispering forest, where the veil between the known and the unknown wears thin, lives the Cackling Witch. Her dwelling, a quaint, eerie cottage, stands amidst the gnarled trees, shrouded in an air of profound mystery. The witch, a figure of enigmatic lore, bears the essence of bygone fears and … Continue reading Halloween Archetypes – The Cackling Witch and the Bubbling Cauldron
The archetype of the vampire as we know it today draws its lineage from the folktales and histories of Eastern Europe. But could there have existed blood-drinking creatures even earlier in humanity’s past – in the shadows of antiquity before the biblical deluge? Many ancient peoples across the Near East and beyond recorded myths of … Continue reading Beyond Homo Nocturnus – Antediluvian Vampires and the Immortal Curse
Within the research labs of the UCL Institute for Neurology, a cutting-edge AI language model has emerged with a startling ability: to dissect and predict the language of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. This endeavor, grounded in the desire to reshape our approach to mental health, could be just the tip of the proverbial iceberg. What … Continue reading The Cipher of Redacted Secrecy – Cracking the Cosmic Code
As the clock ticks down to the 50th anniversary of “The Exorcist,” it’s high time we examine the monumental impact this film has had, not just on the horror genre, but on the collective psyche of society. Released in 1973, William Friedkin’s adaptation of William Peter Blatty’s novel didn’t merely scare audiences; it tapped into … Continue reading The Fear Economy – Possession and Exorcism of the Masses
In an intriguing crossroads between technology and storytelling, researchers at Microsoft have ventured into the realm of training smaller language models on a diet of children’s stories. These miniature AIs, nourished by narratives rich with morals and imagination, have shown remarkable prowess in spinning consistent, grammatical tales. But the implications stretch far beyond a technological … Continue reading The Sentient Narrative – Children’s Fables and Dystopian Lessons
The black cat, a creature of the night and an enigmatic symbol, has long been associated with the eerie and mystical realms that Halloween celebrates. Its shadowy presence often evokes a sense of foreboding, as it tiptoes through ancient folklore and dances in the flicker of jack-o’-lanterns. Traditionally, the black cat is said to be … Continue reading Halloween Archetypes – The Black Cat and Familiar Spirits
Imagine a world where witchcraft is not merely the stuff of folklore and superstition but a ubiquitous element in the political sphere. In such a scenario, the arcane arts wouldn’t be confined to whispered rumors or clandestine gatherings; they would be an openly acknowledged force in shaping public policy, electoral outcomes, and even international relations. … Continue reading Occult Diplomacy – The Witchcraft of Politics
The legend of Sleepy Hollow, penned by Washington Irving, is far more than a mere tale of a headless horseman haunting a small American town. On the surface, it presents as a ghost story, an exploration of local folklore. But dig deeper, and it unravels complex themes surrounding American identity, especially in the wake of … Continue reading The Quantum Headless Horseman – Sleepy Hollow Reimagined
New research is challenging long-held assumptions about what happens in the brain as death approaches. Scientists have discovered remarkable surges of energetic activity in patients nearing death, defying the expectation that our brains simply shut down at the end. Moments before cardiac arrest, high-frequency gamma waves associated with heightened perception erupt in the brain. This … Continue reading The Reality Continuum – Astral Places, Lucid Dreams, NDE’s and OBE’s
