One common action is following the victim everywhere, like to their work, school or grocery stores. It makes the victim feel constantly watched.
Another type of action is spying on the victim. Stalkers might use binoculars to watch the victim through their windows or hack into their social media accounts to learn more about their daily life. This invasion of privacy is really terrifying for the victim as they lose their sense of safety even in their own homes.
In scary stories, female stalkers can be extremely possessive. They view their victims as their own property. They might become angry or violent if they feel the victim is trying to escape their control. Their appearance can also be a bit off - maybe they have a strange look in their eyes or an unkempt appearance that gives off an eerie vibe.
One common type is the 'catfish' situation. People use fake pictures and identities. For example, a person might claim to be a young, successful professional but turn out to be someone completely different in real life.
There are also stories related to online predators. Some people pretend to be someone else, usually a friendly figure, on social media to target vulnerable individuals, especially children and teenagers. They might start by befriending them and then gradually try to manipulate or harm them, which is extremely scary considering how many young people use social media these days.
One scary stalker story is about a girl who noticed a man always at the same bus stop as her. At first, she thought it was a coincidence. But then he started showing up everywhere she went, like the grocery store and her gym. He even left strange notes on her car windshield. It was really terrifying for her.
In scary stories, transformation of a victim's perception is quite common. They might start seeing things that aren't there, or seeing normal things in a distorted way. Like a character in a haunted forest starts seeing the trees as menacing figures reaching out to grab them. Another type is the transformation of time. There could be a time loop where the same terrifying events keep repeating, or time could speed up or slow down in a spooky, unexplainable way. And of course, the transformation of relationships. A loving family member could be possessed by an evil spirit and turn against their own family, which is really scary.
Well, in many infestation stories, we often come across spider infestations. Some spiders like to build their webs in corners of houses or basements. Then there are mite infestations which can occur in stored grains or on plants. And let's not forget about slug and snail infestations in gardens. They can munch on a wide variety of plants, leaving a trail of destruction behind them.
Well, the types include slasher stories. These usually involve a menacing figure, often with a weapon, chasing and attacking victims. There are also possession stories, where a person is taken over by an evil spirit or entity. And don't forget apocalyptic horror stories, which depict a world in chaos and destruction, whether it's from zombies, a deadly virus, or some other cataclysmic event.
One common type is the bank - related phishing. Hackers send emails or messages that seem to be from banks, asking for login details. Another is the fake invoice phishing, like I mentioned before for the small business. Also, there are those that target individuals through social media with offers that are too good to be true.
There are also horror stories related to malicious links in chats. People click on links sent by others thinking it's something harmless, like a game or a funny video. But in reality, the link contains malware that can steal data, corrupt devices, or even give the attacker access to the user's webcam and microphone without their knowledge. It's really a nightmare for those who experience it.
Procrastinating on important life events is also common. For instance, people who want to buy a house but keep delaying saving for a down payment. They keep finding excuses not to start the process. Or those who procrastinate on planning their weddings and end up with a rushed and less - than - perfect event because they didn't start early enough. In relationships, some people procrastinate on having important conversations with their partners, which can lead to misunderstandings and problems building up over time.