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3 articles in this thread of the Field Notes.

An eerie jetty leading into the fog, suggestive of mystery and fear.
Genre & Lore

The Uncanny Valley in Horror: A Terror Familiar Yet Foreign

Why do almost-human things chill us to the bone? The uncanny valley in horror explores this disconcerting fear, pulling us into an unsettling experience.

27 July 2026 · 2 min read
A deserted jetty shrouded in fog, evoking liminality.
Genre & Lore

The Horror Appeal of Liminal Spaces

Liminal spaces evoke a profound sense of unease. Discover how these transitional settings become fertile ground for horror experiences.

13 July 2026 · 3 min read
The ruined chapel at Cape Mourn, an old place of worship left to the storm.
Genre & Lore

Folk Horror vs Cosmic Horror at the Water's Edge

One fears the old beliefs that never died. The other fears a universe that never cared. On a lonely coast, the two traditions meet.

22 April 2026 · 4 min read