In fencing horror stories, competition - related issues are quite common. For instance, issues with the scoring system, like it not registering valid touches or registering false ones. Also, problems during warm - up can be part of these stories. Maybe a fencer warms up too vigorously and gets injured before the actual match even starts, ruining their chances of competing well.
One of the most common themes is injury - not just minor cuts and bruises, but more serious ones. There have been stories where fencers have accidentally stabbed each other in non - target areas because of a misstep or a wrong move. Also, there are horror stories related to the psychological pressure. Fencers might crack under the stress of a big competition and make uncharacteristic mistakes that put them in danger.
Equipment failure is a very common theme. Just like I mentioned before, things like broken blades or faulty masks can lead to really dangerous situations. Another theme could be referee mistakes. For example, if a referee misjudges a touch, it can be a nightmare for the fencer who got the wrong call.
I heard of a fencing horror story where in a big tournament, the electric scoring system malfunctioned. A fencer clearly made a valid touch on their opponent but the system didn't register it. This led to a huge argument between the fencers, coaches and the referees. The fencer who should have won was very frustrated as their hard work seemed to be in vain due to the technical glitch.
One common theme is the fear of the unknown. Many horror stories play on things that are not fully understood, like strange noises in the dark or unexplained disappearances. Another theme is the threat of death. Characters often face life - threatening situations, which heightens the tension. Also, the idea of the supernatural, such as ghosts, vampires, or witches, is frequently used to terrify readers.
One common theme is the feeling of helplessness. People try different products but still can't get rid of lice easily.
One common theme is over - regulation. For example, restrictions on home improvements like changing the color of the roof or adding a small porch. Another theme is financial pressure. HOAs can levy large fines for minor infractions, which can put homeowners in a difficult financial situation. And also lack of communication, where HOAs make decisions without proper consultation with the homeowners.
Another theme is misidentification. Like the story I mentioned before about using a toxic plant instead of an herb. People might mistake one ingredient for another, which can lead to horrible consequences when it comes to eating.
One common theme is the loss of progress. This can be due to hacking, like in the story where a player lost all their items. Another theme is bad community experiences, such as being bullied in a guild. And then there are the technical glitches that can turn the game into a horror show, like the one where the player had issues in the haunted - themed area.
Isolation is a common theme. People were separated from their loved ones when they were sick or dying, like in hospitals. Another is financial stress. The cost of treatment, especially in places without good insurance coverage, was a huge burden.
Mechanical failures are a common theme. Things like engine problems, transmission issues as I mentioned before.
One common theme is being alone in a spooky or isolated place. For example, officers on night duty in abandoned buildings often face this. Another theme is the appearance of unexplained apparitions or strange noises that defy logical explanation.
Technical glitches are quite common. Like the online portal not working properly during crucial times.