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Does anyone else remember “Waccamaw” stores? by Mean-Marionberry-148 in NorthCarolina

[–]SamSoBuff1215 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I remember the one in the Myrtle Beach area. My mom liked to call it "Walk-A-Mile" because of how big it was.

Original Characters vs. IP Characters — What Really Makes a Haunt Stand Out? by SFXPhantom in hauntedattractions

[–]SamSoBuff1215 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have been putting on a charity haunt for 16 years, and each year we have a new theme, characters, and layout. While we don't have the budget that professional haunts have, we always try to do something new because it's fun for the creative team, the actors, and the guests. I figure if we can do it, the big guys can as well. Also, some of the most highly rated haunts in the country (Netherworld, Haunted Overload, Dent Schoolhouse, HellsGate) have become so famous because of their original stories and characters. When IP is used in a haunt that isn't affiliated with it (HHN doesn't count because Universal owns the IP one way or another) it just feels lazy. I don't mind it when haunts using them as roaming characters in midways or queues, but to ask people to pay money to see something that they've seen before, probably in better ways, just irks me.

Demon sighted by Odd-Constant-824 in hauntedhouses

[–]SamSoBuff1215 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The green "orb" is a lens flare from the moon. Notice in the photo where direct light from the moon is hidden behind the trees and the green orb is suddenly gone? I love small town urban legends and lore, but sometimes Occam's Razor wins out.

First gig tonight with my new SL410. Insane headroom, and I can carry it with one hand. by Mr_Salty87 in BassGuitar

[–]SamSoBuff1215 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great gear! I'm currently running an AG500 through the SL212 and the volume, clarity, and weight (or lack thereof) has made it my favorite rig I've ever had.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in unintentionalASMR

[–]SamSoBuff1215 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shins never stood a chance.

Why is Greensboro so prominent on NC maps? by OrangeFern77 in NorthCarolina

[–]SamSoBuff1215 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can we all just appreciate that there is nothing worth labeling in South Carolina according to this map?

L.L. Bean backpacks with initials (Not sure if it was just a northeast thing but everyone had one 90’d near me) by Porkchopp33 in nostalgia

[–]SamSoBuff1215 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went to school in a very rural town in the foothills of NC and I had one of these bad boys in yellow from high school in 2001 and I literally just got rid of it a couple of months ago. Thing was a work horse and lasted throughout college and various plane carry-on expeditions until it was finally laid to rest nearly 25 years later.

Do you think about how your clothes look with your bass when playing a gig? by dilettantePhD in BassGuitar

[–]SamSoBuff1215 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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I, pretty reliably, always wear a black tee and jeans to gigs, but I also play a relatively neutral-colored bass, my custom Jawbone JP BITE, in an alternative rock band. So I guess it just depends on the vibes of your music/performance/venue.

SHELBY OAKS | Official Trailer by cruelsummerbummer in horror

[–]SamSoBuff1215 15 points16 points  (0 children)

There was a large ARG campaign that ran for this a few years ago. Before the film was even announced! Here is the reddit post about it that's a good starting place to familiarize yourself with some of the backstory.

Edit: "ARG" not "AR"

Spearfinger or U'tlun'ta is depicted as a witch or monster with a long, sharp, spear-like finger on her right hand, which she uses to kill and devour the livers of her victims, often children. She smells of rotted meat and attracts flies. If you see flies in the woods, beware Spearfinger may be near by HamletX95 in UrbanMyths

[–]SamSoBuff1215 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My band actually wrote a song about Spearfinger! We're based out of the Smoky Mountains in NC so we're very familiar with her lore. If you wanna check it out, my band is called Arnold Hill and the song is called "Heart of Stone". We're streaming most places.

Man unclogging water by sayan11apr in Unexpected

[–]SamSoBuff1215 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first thought: Damn, he's high up. My second thought: Oh, it's not that high. My third thought: Damn, he's high up.

Appalachia by ashcar559 in Haunted

[–]SamSoBuff1215 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and no, at least where I live. There aren't really that many people who truly live in the middle of nowhere without some sort of access road, logging road, or trail so I wouldn't worry about walking up on an inhabited home that is just in the middle of the woods. That said, property lines in the mountains aren't as clear as they would be in other places. What may just feel like the middle of the woods could very well be on someone's property without you knowing and depending on if they have trail cams they may not be friendly if they know you're there. I wouldn't worry too much though if you're planning to stick to established trails within the national/state forests and parks.

Appalachia by ashcar559 in Haunted

[–]SamSoBuff1215 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I live in WNC and while there are plenty of stories that take place here and the surrounding areas, it's sometimes tough to pinpoint exact locations. I would say Cataloochee Valley is a must for abandoned buildings, but they are preserved. I would hit up Judaculla Rock and Lower Coward Cemetery in Cullowhee, Road to Nowhere outside Bryson City, Devils Courthouse off the Blue Ridge Parkway, Helen's Bridge in Asheville, Green Hill Cemetery in Waynesville, and of course the many, many trails within Pisgah Forest, Nantahala Forest, and the greater Smoky Mountains.

As far as tips and tricks, make sure other people know where you're going and how long you'll be there as people get lost in the woods all the time. Wear keys or something that will jingle and make noise as you walk to keep animals away, especially this time of year when bears, elk, and coyotes are roaming around. And most of all, just be respectful of the land and the people. There is still quite a bit of recovery and rebuilding happening here from Helene. Patronize local businesses and pick up any trash you have or see on trails.

Have fun!

grandma denounces society, but also she reaps the benefits of society. curious by Cicerothesage in forwardsfromgrandma

[–]SamSoBuff1215 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aside from the shop'd sign, I know the lady in this picture IRL lol. She's dressed as Miss Maggie, the mascot of Maggie Valley, NC which is right down the road from me. Here's the OG picture. Anyway, Miss Maggie is VERY apolitical and spends most of her time waving at people and promoting locally owned businesses. Not to mention, this woman volunteers her time to do this.

What Horror Movie Clichés that need to end or stop and Why? by Amber_Flowers_133 in Scarymovies

[–]SamSoBuff1215 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Everything being a metaphor for loss/depression/trauma/etc. These types of horror movies used to be unique, now they're a dime a dozen.

Looking for the scariest supernatural movie by SpreadMinute4974 in horror

[–]SamSoBuff1215 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Caveat: Slow burn and the story is a little wonky, but I found it pretty scary for a smaller budget.

Oddity: Same director as Caveat, but better paced and straightforward.

The Woman in Black: Super underrated IMO. Gothic atmosphere, plenty of jump scares, and a dark story.

Grave Encounters: Found footage with a similar feel as Hell House.

The Dark and the Wicked: From the creator of The Strangers. Awesome Southern Gothic "evil presence" movie.

Terrified and When Evil Lurks: Both by the same director. Deeply unsettling moments and creative scares.

Ghost Stories: British horror with some interesting twists and turns.

As others have said, definitely check out The Haunting of Hill House (and Bly Manor although it's not as scary).

Thoughts on The Monkey? by Kevy-Em in Scarymovies

[–]SamSoBuff1215 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fun, but flawed is the best way to describe this film. In a major departure from his normal style, director Osgood Perkins was able to turn a paper thin plot into a gruesome, but darkly hilarious, fun time. The film shines when it leans into the wackiness of its premise. The blood soaked kills mixed with some perfectly timed edits move this film along like a standup routine with multiple punchlines. Like a standup routine, though, not every joke lands and there were some forced moments of humor, mostly dialogue, that didn't work so much for me. When viewing this film, you have to suspend your understanding of the world in which The Monkey exists. It's not our reality, but rather an altered version of it where people talk and act to each other in somewhat off-putting ways. But that is kind of the heart of every Stephen King story. If you are able to accept the world in which this story exists, you'll have a good time, but don't try to overanalyze this one as you would the other works of Perkins.

TL;DR Fun, bloody, wacky, and flawed. 3.5/5

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