ADIR SEGAL
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The realms of creation and the unknown have always interested me, and I tend to incorporate the fictional aspects and their findings into my works.
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The decline of the human mechanic
I raise a glass to humanity. I admit, I took the characteristics of being human for granted. Being human is probably the most amazing thing I could be, the most amazing thing we could be. Usually, people don’t appreciate their humanity enough; we tend to focus on our problems and difficulties. Even those who do appreciate their humanity eventually go through experiences that lead them to change their minds. And then there are those who look down on all other forms of life around them. Unfortunately, everyone is like that – and I was too. Actually, I was like that. But now, everything is different for me. In fact, everything changed a long time ago. I don’t really know how long it’s been since I was put into this... situation.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in Horror
The Japanese Ghost Island
A small rocky island, miles off the coast of Japan, might not seem like the ideal location for a thriving city. However, when coal was discovered beneath the sea, it sparked the growth of a bustling community, with ultra-modern buildings and vast profits for Mitsubishi. Today, the island stands deserted, its decaying structures the only remnants of a once-vibrant city. But what led to this abandonment, and could there be a darker story behind the rise and fall of this industrial boom? Let’s explore.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in History
Horse Skull Curse
The neath stung, or neithing pole as it’s sometimes called in English, was a way to curse your enemies during the Viking Age. This practice appears in a few well-known sagas, and you've probably seen it referenced in TV shows and movies as well. Essentially, it involves placing a horse’s skull on a stick and pointing it toward the person you want to curse.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in History
Black Annis
Anise... anise... through the accuser's lens, a strange sensation, wasn't it? But it surely caught your attention. Now, let's dive into the eerie tale of the 18th-century poet John Eric Junior. His verse set the soul of mortal man recoiling—reaching its darkest depths as it recounted the terrifying Black Alice.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in Horror
A Roman Ghost Story
In one of his letters, Pliny the Younger recounts a chilling story from Athens, where a notorious and pestilent house stood. This house had a dreadful reputation, and it was often filled with strange, unsettling sounds at night—noises resembling the clanging of metal, and sometimes the distinct rattling of chains. At first, these sounds seemed distant, but over time, they grew louder and appeared to come closer.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in Horror
Princes in the Tower Mystery
The Tower of London, a stone sentinel on the banks of the Thames, stands as a testament to centuries of history, holding within its walls some of the darkest secrets of the past. Among the most enduring mysteries is the disappearance of the Princes in the Tower. In 1483, young Edward V, the rightful King of England, and his younger brother Richard, Duke of York, mysteriously vanished within these forbidding walls. Their fate remains one of history's most perplexing unsolved cases.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in History
Cannibalism & Witchcraft: The True Story of "Hansel and Gretel"
Most European folktales, when viewed through a modern lens, seem quite disturbing, and Hansel and Gretel is no exception. The original version of the story includes themes of cannibalism, child abandonment, and witchcraft—bizarre elements that make you wonder why such dark subjects were part of a children's tale. The answer is equally surprising: cannibalism, child murder, and witchcraft were unfortunately not uncommon during the time the story was written. Although it’s hard to believe now, in medieval Germany, families sometimes resorted to eating their children, and witch hunts led to the slaughter of thousands. It was a brutal period that many have forgotten, and the story of Hansel and Gretel hides a dark and violent truth.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in History
The Dark History of Human Experimentation
Throughout history, numerous inhumane experiments were conducted on humans, often disguised as "scientific research." Many of these experiments took place during times of war, political upheaval, and scientific curiosity, and they resulted in the suffering and death of thousands. Below, we explore some of the most notorious and horrifying instances of human experimentation.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in History
