Smosh Mouth Annual Creepypasta Episode Notes

Introduction

• Hosts: Shane and Amanda
• Annual celebration of Creepypasta stories, especially around Halloween.
• Shane has been reading Creepypastas, excited for the episode.

What is Creepypasta?

• Creepypastas are scary stories that originate on the internet.
• Often feature untraceable authors, evolving into a new form of folklore.
• Example: Slenderman started from a photo and grew into a popular story.

Themes of Creepypasta

• Stories often have elements of truth and tap into classic horror genres.
• Creepypastas can also reflect contemporary fears through eerie and mysterious narratives.

Story Readings

1. Distorted Warning Signals

• Author: Ashley Rose Wellman
• Story of a woman who receives ominous phone calls warning her about dangerous situations.
• Each warning leads to a life-threatening event she avoided by listening to the call.
• Ends with a chilling warning about returning home after dinner.

2. Imaginary Friend Story

• Author: Unknown
• A child has a creepy sock monster named Ickbar Bigelstein (Ick) created by their mother.
• Ick protects the child from nightmares but becomes sinister as the child grows up.
• The story ends with the protagonist collecting teeth to keep Ick satisfied and protecting her, leading to dark consequences.

3. Smile Dog

• Author: Unknown
• A legend about a cursed image called Smile.jpg that causes severe mental distress and demands to be shared.
• Victims of the image experience nightmares involving Smile Dog and are compelled to spread the word.

4. The Rake

• Author: Brian Somerville
• A collection of accounts from various people who encountered a strange, unsettling creature known as The Rake.
• Reports of terrifying experiences, including a family attacked by The Rake, leading to tragic consequences.

Themes and Reflections

• Monsters represent deep fears and are often rooted in human experiences.
• Enjoyment of storytelling and the escapism horror provides.
• Contrast between horror themes (Creepypasta vs. true crime) and their effects.

Conclusion

• Discussion on the fun of horror during October and the community interest in Creepypasta stories.
• Encourage audience engagement by asking for their favorite Creepypastas.

Next Episode Teasers

• Future podcast featuring real ghost stories experienced by Smosh team members.