Yes, I am scared. The dark and mysterious elements in those stories always make me feel like there could be something lurking just out of sight. It gives me the chills.
Yes, I am. Those stories often contain elements like the unknown, lurking dangers in the dark, and things that go bump in the night. It makes me feel a sense of unease and fear.
Children are very typical characters. They often have a natural fear of the dark, and in these stories, they might be the ones cowering under the covers or trying to brave their way through a dark room. Another common character is the lone traveler. They find themselves in a dark and spooky place, like an old inn or a desolate road at night. And there are also the old wise characters, like an old hermit who might know the secrets of the dark and either help or hinder the main character.
Well, a prevalent theme is paranoia. People in these stories often become paranoid about every little sound or movement in the dark. For example, in some tales, a creaking floorboard at night makes the character think there's a malevolent presence. Another common theme is the power of the imagination. The dark can make our imaginations run wild, and in these stories, what we imagine often turns out to be scarier than reality. And there's also the theme of survival, where characters have to face their fears in the dark to make it through the night.
One can carry a small flashlight. It gives a sense of security as it can instantly light up the dark. For example, if you are walking in a dimly lit street at night and you're scared, just turn on the flashlight and the area around you becomes visible.
One idea could be a rengoku fanfic where he trains a new group of young slayers. It could focus on his unique teaching methods and how he instills his values in them.