On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles turned a radio drama into one of broadcasting’s most enduring legends. Midnight Mike tunes into the truth behind The War of the Worlds—the frightened listeners, the exaggerated panic, and the broadcast that never really stopped transmitting.
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September
23
Hell in a Cell 1998: The Night Mick Foley Fell Into Immortality
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Mick Foley fell from Hell and into wrestling immortality. Brenna Steele revisits Undertaker vs. Mankind at Hell in a Cell 1998, where unforgettable spectacle collided with genuine danger—and created a legend wrestling should never try to recreate.
September
16
The Devil Rides Out (1968) – The Night Hammer Horror Summoned the Devil
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Hammer Horror drew the circle and dared the Devil to cross it. Dr. Percy Strout examines The Devil Rides Out (1968), separating occult history from cinematic mythology while exploring Baphomet, black magic, Christopher Lee, and why the film’s supernatural rules still make it so effective.
September
09
The Lost Boys (1987) — Blood, Bikes & the Best Damn Saxophone in Horror
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Welcome to Santa Carla—where the nightlife is killer, the vampires ride motorcycles, and apparently nobody owns a shirt near the saxophone guy. Rewind with Tara as she revisits The Lost Boys (1987), the blood-soaked cult classic that made eternal damnation look ridiculously cool.
July
07
The Book, the Blade, and the Boomstick: Why Evil Dead Still Reigns
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By Groovy McSplat I. INTRODUCTION — “This… is my BOOMSTICK!” Alright, you primitive screwheads—listen up. This ain’t your grandma’s horror story. No sparkling vampires, no found-footage snoozefests. We’re talking about a franchise forged in blood, guts, and a whole lotta duct tape. Ash Williams didn’t sign up to be a horror icon—he just wanted to […]
June
29
Assault on Eddistone Point (Dungeon & Dragons 5E 2014 Conversion)
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Introduction: Revisiting a Classic – Assault on Eddistone Point When Dungeon Magazine first launched in 1986, it made a promise to Dungeon Masters. It offered a steady supply of fresh and imaginative adventures. These were ready to drop into their campaigns. Among its debut offerings was “Assault on Eddistone Point,” a tightly woven, coastal rescue […]
June
23
The Dark Tower of Cabilar (Dungeons and Dragons 5E 2014 Conversion)
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Introduction: Revisiting a Classic from Dungeon #1 Originally published in 1986 in the premiere issue of Dungeon Magazine #1, The Dark Tower of Cabilar was the brainchild of two aspiring game designers—Michael Ashton and Lee Sperry—both hailing from Fort Worth, Texas. Designed for Advanced Dungeons & Dragons, this classic dungeon crawl captured the imagination of […]
March
12
Superman: A Symbol of Hope and Heroism in Comics and Beyond
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Superman has captured the hearts and imaginations of fans worldwide for over 80 years. He is a cultural icon and a beloved superhero, known for his incredible abilities, unwavering sense of morality, and inspiring message of hope. The Man of Steel has undergone many transformations throughout history, from his humble beginnings in the comics to […]
March
05
Bela Lugosi’s Dracula: A Classic Horror Film that Continues to Haunt Audiences
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In the world of horror cinema, few films are as iconic or influential as Bela Lugosi’s Dracula. This classic gothic horror movie, released in 1931, introduced audiences to the definitive version of the vampire, as played by Bela Lugosi. His performance remains a standard by which all vampire performances are measured, and the film’s haunting atmosphere and deliberate pacing set the template for countless horror films that followed. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the enduring legacy of Bela Lugosi’s Dracula, and explore the ways in which this classic film has helped to shape the entire horror genre. From its impact on the way that we think about and approach horror movies, to its lasting influence on popular culture, the legacy of Bela Lugosi’s Dracula is as potent and relevant today as it was over 90 years ago.
February
24
Flash Gordon: The Enduring Influence on Science Fiction and Fantasy
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Flash Gordon is one of the science fiction and fantasy’s most iconic and enduring figures. Created by Alex Raymond in 1934, the character of Flash Gordon was initially intended to compete with the popularity of Buck Rogers, another Sci-fi hero of the time. Flash Gordon was a heroic adventurer who traveled to other planets, fought […]
August
06
N-Verse: Prime – Chapter Two: Races
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Chapter 2: The Age of Steel Races The Age of Steel begins shortly in 2026 and ends in 2500. Humanity has spread out across the solar system during this time, just starting to exploit its resources. The Inner Sphere consists of Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. The Outer Sphere consists of Jupiter and Saturn. While […]
July
26
N-Verse: Prime – Chapter One: Creating a Character
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Chapter One: Creating Man from Dust There is a beginning for every person, the characters included. Now it’s time to task yourself with creating your own personality. Going to have to tap into some imagination. It’s easier than you think! Luckily you will have some stats, storytelling elements, and some tables to aid your creative […]
July
22
N-Verse Prime – Introduction
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Introduction The N-Verse roleplaying game is about creating your own adventures in all realms of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. It grabs all elements of literary genius and puts them at your fingertips. From high fantasy to high-tech ray guns, the universe is limited only by your imagination. N-Verse draws on elements of various games. […]
OGL LICENSE
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OGL License Permission to copy, modify and distribute the files collectively known as the System Reference Document 5.1 (“SRD5”) is granted solely through the use of the Open Gaming License, Version 1.0a. This material is being released using the Open Gaming License Version 1.0a and you should read and understand the terms of that License […]
August
27
Thuvia, Maid of Mars (Final)- “Chapter 14 – Kulan Tith’s Sacrifice” by Edgar Rice Burroughs
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CHAPTER XIV KULAN TITH’S SACRIFICE The morning of the second day of her incarceration in the east tower of the palace of Astok, Prince of Dusar, found Thuvia of Ptarth waiting in dull apathy the coming of the assassin. She had exhausted every possibility of escape, going over and over again the door and the […]
August
27
Inner Sanctum Mystery – “The Bog Oak Necklace”
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The discovery of a necklace around a skeleton recalls the forty-year-old murder of a woman’s sister. This installment was directed by Himan Brown and stars Miriam Hopkins, Santos Ortega, and Lesley Woods.
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