Strange and unexplained phenomena. Maybe there are lights that float around at night with no obvious source. Or there are sudden cold spots in the middle of a warm day. These things can make the character in the story feel like there is something otherworldly and menacing present. In addition, the presence of strange, unidentifiable creatures that seem to be watching from the shadows would add to the horror.
Well, perhaps in a story set in mt khtadin, there is an old abandoned house. The locals say it's haunted. A group of adventurous teenagers decide to explore it one night. As they enter, the doors slam shut behind them. They start to hear eerie whispers and see fleeting apparitions. The floorboards creak as if something is following them, and they soon realize they are in a place of pure horror.
Words that describe a menacing presence, such as 'stalker' or 'lurker'. They make the reader feel like there is something dangerous and unseen nearby. Also, words that play with the senses, like 'stench of death' or 'the deafening silence of the graveyard'. These descriptions can be very effective in creating a horror atmosphere. And words that suggest a loss of control, like 'ensnared' or 'trapped' can add to the horror as well.
The sudden apparitions are really scary. Just imagine you are walking on the mountain and suddenly a figure appears out of nowhere.
One of the scariest elements could be the maid's unknown past. If she has a dark history that she's hiding, like being involved in some sort of cult or having a criminal record. For example, she might be secretly performing strange rituals in the house at night.
Well, the scariest elements could be the unexpected twists in the pose. For example, if the candy pose is something that is initially very innocent - like a child holding a piece of candy in a cute way, but then it gradually changes to a more menacing or unnatural form. Maybe the fingers start to contort in a way that doesn't seem human, or the expression on the face while in the pose becomes distorted and filled with a sense of dread.
Supernatural elements. Old legends and local superstitions can add a spooky touch. Maybe the spirit of an ancient tribesman who was wronged and now haunts the land. It could appear as a wispy figure in the middle of the night, making strange noises and causing unease.
The unknown. You don't know what's on the other side. It could be a monster, a ghost, or a deranged person. Just that small circle of the peephole holds so much mystery and potential danger.
The unknown that lies at the top or bottom of the stairs. It could be a dark, hidden entity waiting to pounce on the unsuspecting victim.
The unknown on the other side. You can't really see clearly what's out there, especially at night. It could be a monster, a ghost, or something even more terrifying just lurking and waiting to get in. Just the idea that there might be something looking in at you while you can't fully make it out is really scary.
Perhaps it's when the camera seems to have a life of its own. It starts taking pictures on its own, focusing on things that the owner doesn't want it to focus on, like a dark corner where something evil lurks. And when you look at the photos, there are terrifying images that seem to be a warning or a threat.