Definitely not. 'Eerie' is purely a work of imagination. The plot and characters are all made up to provide an engaging and thrilling fictional experience.
Well, in this story, the attic could be filled with old, forgotten items. These objects might hold some sort of dark past or energy. For example, there could be an old doll with a cracked face that gives off an unsettling vibe. Also, the isolation of the attic, being a separate space above the rest of the house, makes it a perfect place for horror to unfold.
The word 'eerie' typically implies a sense of the unknown or something that's a bit spooky. For example, a silent forest with strange noises can be described as eerie. It's all about that feeling of unease or oddness.
The depths of the forest was shrouded in a gloomy atmosphere. The leaves swayed gently in the breeze as if they were whispering something. The sunlight shone through the gaps of the leaves, making people feel a little scared. A faint roar came from the distance, like the low groan of a huge beast. When he got closer, he saw that it was only a withered tree with broken branches that emitted a rotting smell. In such an environment, even humans would inevitably feel uneasy and afraid.
The setting can play a big role. For example, if the black cock is in a desolate graveyard at midnight. The contrast between the black feathers of the cock and the pale tombstones makes it seem very eerie.
The art. The visual aspect is crucial. Dark colors, distorted figures, and spooky landscapes can all create an eerie atmosphere. Take 'Uzumaki' for instance. The way it uses swirling patterns and strange character expressions in the art makes it very disturbing and thus appealing in an eerie way.
'Sandman' by Neil Gaiman is also quite eerie. It delves into the world of dreams and nightmares. The art is beautifully detailed yet often has a disturbing quality. The various characters that inhabit the dream realm, some of which are quite grotesque, contribute to the overall eerie nature of the graphic novel.
Well, it's a bit of a mix. While it may be inspired by some true elements from 1899 such as the general state of the world, sea travel, and social hierarchies at that time, it also has a lot of fictional elements added for the sake of drama and mystery. For example, the overarching mystery plot might be a creative take on some historical uncertainties, but not directly based on a single true story.