Doflamingo Apparition

Sortir la nuit dans ce monde, c’est s'assurer une mort sanglante ! Une ère de paix et de prospérité régnait sur la Terre, jusqu'à ce qu'un évènement macabre vienne tout bouleverser. Cette nuit tragique était marquée par la métamorphose de la Lune en un globe oculaire géant. Ceux qui avaient le malheur de lever les yeux vers ce dernier déclenchaient l'apparition des Kalamités, des monstruosités ayant pour seule volonté d’anéantir l’espèce humaine. Heureusement, le carnage prenait fin quand l’Œil Rouge se couchait. Dès lors, les Kalamités se volatilisaient, laissant derrière eux la mort, le feu et le sang. Puis le cycle morbide reprenait la nuit suivante. Mais le soir où l’Œil Rouge avait fait sa première apparition était également le jour où environ une personne sur cinq contractait des capacités surnaturelles. Et certains de ces Choisis détenaient en eux le pouvoir de neutraliser ces nouveaux prédateurs nocturnes. Alors, dans l'espoir d’en venir à bout, les gouvernements mirent en place des unités rassemblant les Choisis les plus puissants de la planète. Ainsi fut créé l'ordre des Chasseurs de Kalamités, l'ultime réponse de l'Humanité pour s'opposer à la tragédie qui menace son existence ! Un adolescent répondant au nom de Muden va être impliqué dans cette lutte acharnée. Aujourd’hui il est animé par un unique objectif : percer les mystères des Kalamités afin de les éradiquer une bonne fois pour toutes ! ⚠️Avertissement : cette histoire contient des scènes qui peuvent choquer les plus sensibles.⚠️

The world as we know it has crumbled. A towering, mysterious structure has erupted at the center of the planet, bringing with it legions of monsters and apparitions, plunging humanity into chaos. [AWAKENING TALENTS ] [ NEXT MONSTER WAVE - 19 DAYS LEFT ] While survivors scramble, Nyx, a detached and cunning college student, sees this as the perfect opportunity to rise, he realizes this broken world is his playground. [ HOST HAS AWAKENED TALENT TIER: Z ] [ GENERATE ] [ HOST HAS RECEIVED 'GENERATED SKILL' ] [ HOST HAS RECEIVED SKILL TIER: SS ] [ COMMAND ] With infinite resources at his disposal and a mind honed for manipulation, Nyx begins his ascent—ready to bend the apocalyptic world to his will behind the scene. The Villain Has Infinite Resources at World End centers on Nyx Valmeister, a brilliant and ruthless anti-hero who rises to power in a world thrown into chaos by monstrous invasions and a mysterious Tower. Nyx, a sociopath who awakens a system with the power to generate skills, weapons, and resources at will, views the apocalypse as an opportunity rather than a tragedy. Armed with his talent and cold logic, he systematically eliminates threats, manipulates survivors, and builds an empire on the ruins of society. Unlike typical heroes, Nyx is driven purely by self-interest and power. He has no qualms about sacrificing others for his goals, seeing people as pawns or useful assets—nothing more. His ability to combine skills and equipment into more potent forms gives him an edge over other survivors, and his strategic mind allows him to exploit every advantage. I CAN ASSURE YOU - MC IS SPECIAL

NOTE : MC SLOWLY TURNS INTO A VILLAIN Reborn as a seemingly ordinary infant in the modern world, Reader, a twenty-seven-year-old salary man in his previous life, find himself granted an unexpected second chance. However, this world holds secrets that lie just beyond the mortal eye, mysteries that unravel only before you. Shadows of the dead linger around every corner—specters and spirits, yokai and apparitions. While the normal living pass them by unseen, Reader perceive their haunting presence. A soft chime echoes within his mind: [ Ding! ] [ Linked Host with the Undead Rebirth System ] [ Host Should Capture, Devour and Command Spirits, Ghosts, Yokais etc ] [ Host's Lives - 144 ] [ Lives Reset Interval - 7 days ] [ Death Tokens - 0 ] In a world where ordinary people go about their day, Reader stands between the living and the dead, bound to an existence shaped by mystery and power. His journey will lead him into the depths of the unknown, testing his wits, courage, and newfound powers over the forces of the afterlife. By the Author of 'The Villain holds Infinite Resources at the World's Fall'

Dans un monde où les espèces sont classés par dangerosité, des humains possédant des artefacts capables de tuer ces monstres nuisibles ont fait leur apparitions; les régulateurs.

Cursed with eternal life, Elias is bound to an endless cycle of death and rebirth, carrying the haunting memories of countless past lives. Across centuries, he has walked through civilizations, from empires to forgotten villages, always marked by the jagged scar on his chest—a scar that remains even as his body changes. With each life, he is plagued by visions of a shadowy figure, a Watcher who appears at pivotal moments but offers no answers. In his current life, Elias arrives in the remote village of Rivenwood, hoping for a brief respite from the relentless burden of his curse. But peace is fleeting. Ominous signs emerge: cryptic whispers, ghostly apparitions, and a mysterious figure stalking him from the shadows. As ancient forces stir, Elias begins to unravel a sinister truth about his curse—a truth tied to a forgotten betrayal and a powerful entity bent on his eternal suffering. Determined to break the cycle, Elias embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the origins of his curse. Along the way, he encounters allies and enemies—some drawn to his plight, others determined to exploit it. Each step forward brings him closer to a revelation that could either shatter his soul or free him from his eternal torment. But the cost of redemption is high, and Elias must confront not only the enemies around him but also the darkness within. Can he uncover the truth and break the chains of immortality, or is he doomed to live forever as a pawn in a cosmic game beyond his understanding? The Immortal's Curse is a gripping dark fantasy tale of redemption, suffering, and the unyielding quest for freedom against an unforgiving fate.

It is said, some people are born with unordinary gifts that a normal human should not or should never possess. One of these gifts is being a medium. A medium who has the ability to see the spirits, ghosts, curses, apparitions or say he is present both in the mortal world and the spirit world. Now, what would a normal person do if he starts seeing beings with unnatural appearances, frightening faces, broken bodies, hovering around? What would a normal person do if he is the only one who can see them? What would a normal person do if nobody believes what he is going through? What would a normal person do when all his nightmares and childhood scares take shape before his eyes? What would a normal person do when he gets pulled and dragged under his bed by an unidentifiable, an unexplainable creature?What would you do? Would you run to your mother, or your father? Would you pray to God to save yourself? Would you give up and let them take you away? Or... Would you fight back??? Those who are lucky, those who are fortunate, those who have the choice to not believe in something they can't see. Just imagine, how lucky you are. It is never a good idea to intentionally connect with the spirit world. The tortured souls, the evil spirits, the malevolent ghost who enjoy and love tormenting, torturing, cursing alive humans, just imagine how much suffering can they inflict on you, which they want to and love to do. The unfortunate people, with the gift known as medium, born with the ability to live in both worlds, do you believe they survive for long? Some do who fight back. The fight, the battle of living and dead has long been going on. The battle in which one wants to merge the two worlds while the other one who wants to keep their world clean of such impurities so they could live a normal and merry life. The battle field is a globe, the dead has got numbers while the living just got few. But, living are aided by divinity and their beliefs. But, it's about time, for the ultimate entry in the field, a pair of mother and son, one is a mad medium and another is a hyper believer. Are you interested to learn how they made the spirit world fear their name?

"Curse of the Ghost Fog" is a suspenseful and horror-filled novel set on the mysterious East Sea Ghost Island, a place shrouded in thick, perpetual fog and steeped in dark legends. The story follows a team of adventurers, led by the curious archaeologist Li Zhou, who are drawn to the island by a cryptic invitation to find the mythical "Soul Stone," said to possess the power to bridge the realms of life and death. As the team embarks on their dangerous journey, they are confronted by supernatural entities, the island's curse, and their own inner demons. The fog seems to come alive, disorienting and isolating them, while sinister whispers and eerie apparitions test their sanity and resolve. The deeper they venture, the more they uncover the island’s grim history—of vengeful spirits, tragic pasts, and a haunting battle between good and evil. Tensions rise as the team's true motives and personal secrets begin to surface, leading to a series of deadly confrontations. With every step closer to the "Soul Stone," the line between the living and the dead blurs, and the curse of the Ghost Fog threatens to consume them all. This novel explores the darkness of human nature, where the greatest dangers lie not just in the supernatural, but in the fragile bonds between individuals when trust is shattered.

Lily Harper, a curious and determined young woman in her mid-twenties, returns to her quaint hometown of Eldridge Hollow after receiving a mysterious letter from her late grandmother. The letter hints at a family secret hidden within the town's history, entwined with dark supernatural forces that have haunted Eldridge Hollow for generations. As she delves deeper into her family's past, Lily uncovers a series of unsettling occurrences: ghostly apparitions, whispers in the wind, and inexplicable phenomena that terrify the townsfolk. With the help of her childhood friend, Alex, a skeptical journalist, Lily begins to investigate the legends surrounding the town's old cemetery and an abandoned mansion rumored to be cursed.

In the chilling depths of despair, Wan, a troubled teenager, finds himself trapped in a nightmarish cycle of depression that leads him to a harrowing decision—suicide. However, instead of finding peace, his attempt brings him back from the brink, resurrected but with a sinister twist: hell now resides within his mind. As Wan struggles to adjust to his new reality, he discovers that each time he falls asleep, he is plunged into a terrifying chapter of his own personal hell. These dreams manifest as twisted, nightmarish landscapes filled with grotesque apparitions that embody his deepest fears and regrets. The boundaries of his mind dissolve into a horrifying labyrinth, where he confronts haunting memories, vengeful spirits, and the darkness that once consumed him. Each encounter pulls him deeper into madness, revealing the terrifying consequences of his actions and the monstrous aspects of his psyche. With every sleepless night, Wan grapples with malevolent forces that threaten to unravel him completely. Yet, amidst the chaos, a flicker of hope ignites within him. Along his dark journey, he encounters fellow lost souls who also inhabit this horrific realm, forming a fragile alliance to combat the relentless nightmares. Together, they must confront their pasts, face their fears, and challenge the very essence of the hell they inhabit. "The Hell Within Me" is a gripping horror novel that delves into the terrifying intersections of mental illness and supernatural terror. As Wan battles the demons of his mind, he must uncover the truth behind his resurrection and confront the chilling question: can he escape the hell within, or will he become its eternal prisoner?

Jade Shelton is a beautiful young lady that faces jail time over a crime she never committed at her workplace as a cosmetic chemist at Flint Beauty, the biggest cosmetic franchise in the United States. But while she awaits her trial, she slips and after a terrible fall, she finds herself drowning in the pool. She sees a strange apparition before she passes out but when she wakes up, she finds herself in 15th century Ottoman empire, and finds herself in a body belonging to Fatiha, a young girl who is to be the servant of Khadija, the Sultan's newest concubine. Jade must learn to survive the malicious and treacherous palace with her skills, while trying to solve the mystery of her own case and the deadly love triangle between the three princes and the Sultan himself.

Introducing: SCARIER MOVIE II Haunted houses? Boring. Creepy diners? Bring it on. Ghosts that snatch your wig? Now we’re talking! From the creators of Scarier Movie and questionable life choices comes the parody horror novel of the year that will have you screaming... with laughter! Follow the dumbest group of ghost hunters in history as they fumble their way through a totally haunted (but they swear it’s not haunted) mansion, face off with creepy poltergeists, flirt with seductive ghosts (R.I.P. Nathan), and discover that splitting up is always the worst idea. Meet your new favorite team of idiots: Brad – The jock who thinks punching a ghost will solve all his problems. Stacey – The cheerleader more concerned about her TikTok views than the literal demon behind her. Derek – The nerd whose Dungeons & Dragons dice roll won’t save him from getting whacked by a haunted lamp. Morgana – The goth girl who’s lowkey hoping the ghosts invite her to the afterlife party. Tammy – The snarky queen who’s just trying not to get killed... again. Warning: Ghostly apparitions may steal your hair. Side effects include: uncontrollable laughter, confusion, and an irrational fear of diners with missing letters. SCARIER MOVIE II: Where death is optional, sarcasm is mandatory, and nothing is scarier than bad decisions. Available now exclusively on Webnovel!

As the sun set on their final days of high school, Yurei and his friends embarked on a thrilling adventure to one of the city's most haunted sites, A place rumored to be a gateway to the underworld. The group laughed and joked, eager to prove their bravery, But their merriment was short-lived, For as they delved deeper into the haunted site, They encountered an unholy presence that hunted them relentlessly. Fortunately after experiencing untold horrors, The friends were able to flee in terror, barely escaping with their lives. But the horrors didn't end there. In the days that followed, strange occurrences plagued each of them. Yurei in particular, Began to see ghostly apparitions, While his friends experienced unexplained hallucinations, Heard eerie whispers, and felt an icy presence lurking in the shadows. As they struggled to comprehend the supernatural forces that had taken hold of their lives, they realized that their encounter at the haunted mansion had left them with an otherworldly legacy. They were no longer entirely human and with each passing night, The friends succumbed to their newfound abilities, some embracing the unholy powers while others began fighting to maintain their sanity. Yurei's group was torn apart by the darkness that had taken residence within them. One by one they each struggled to retain their humanity, But with the very evil they had once mocked slowly consuming them, One could only wonder whether they would all succumb to it's demonic hold or would they actually prevail and save themselves from such devilish fates.

In a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, in a mysterious place filled with magic and buried secrets, every step he takes brings him closer to a terrifying truth, and every glance reveals shadows of an unknown past. Amid the shades of memory and enigmatic prophecies, a tall man with a majestic aura and a gaze marked by pure madness finds himself staring into a clear mirror, seeing with each breath apparitions that appear and disappear. With every secret uncovered, the questions become more complex: What is the meaning of all this? And what does he intend to do in this world, for heaven's sake? As the intricate questions intertwine, the path he once sought becomes twisted and filled with despair.

Unnerving Tales is a gripping collection of spine-chilling short horror stories that will leave the readers wide-eyed and breathless. This anthology has something for everyone, including tales of haunting apparitions, bloodcurdling monsters, and hair-raising spins on classic folklore. Brace yourself for a journey into the darkest crevices of your mind as Unnerving Tales brings your deepest fears to life.

In the eerie town of Ravensbrook, a family is haunted by apparitions. When an invitation arrives, offering a great reward, paranormal investigator Marcus and his partner Evan take on the task. However, there is more to the family than mere spirits. With their skills and knowledge put to the test, Marcus and Evan must confront the supernatural forces that have possessed the family in a gripping tale of mystery and redemption. "Enshrouded Souls" is a gripping tale of supernatural suspense, blending elements of mystery, horror, and occult intrigue. Prepare to embark on a journey into the shadows, where the boundary between the living and the dead is blurred, and the battle for salvation unfolds amidst the haunting whispers of the enshrouded souls.

un type lambda fan de jeu de rôle (facilité scénaristique activé !) s'évanouie de fatigue en rentrant chez lui. il se réveille plus tard en constatant qu'il n'est plus dans la petite ruelle sombre menant à chez lui, qu'il ne sait pas comment il en ai arrivé là, et surtout, qu'il ne sait même pas vraiment quoi il est. reprenant un de ses surnom, Spyro, il se mettra en quête de découvrir cet univers étrange... sous la forme d'un limon ! une histoire où on voit, découvre et expérimente le monde à travers le héros. ce qui veut dire que la perception du monde peut être amenée à changer avec le temps... gros Update 11/07/2021 : Bonjour tout le monde, après une demi années d'absence, je suis enfin de retour aux affaires ! j'ai révisé un peu certains perso et corrigé quelques erreurs dans mon récit. je met un petit récap des quelques éléments importants qui ont été modifiés, sachant que cela spoilera un peu l'histoire. /// SPOILER /// description du groupe de Miria : j'avais malencontreusement oublié de signaler que Miria était une faréenne lors de sa première apparition. J'ai aussi mis en évidence que les murs avaient des matériaux anti-magique ! Miria ne parle plus du spar-sac lorsqu'elle détecte le MC. ça change rien, mais ça me semblait un peu plus logique. j'ai vu quelques "cristal d'identité". normalement, c'est "amulette d'identité". si jamais vous voyez encore cristal à certains endroits, n'hésitez pas à le signaler. lorsqu'Espérance participe aux examens de l'académie, elle laisse ses objets magiques à l'entrée. c'est con, mais je me suis rendu compte qu'après coup qu'avoir des objets magique lors d'un exam de magie, c'était pas trop logique en fait ! /// FIN /// A part ça, attendez vous à partir de maintenant à un chapitre par semaine environ. en tout cas, c'est l'objectif que je me fixe à partir d'aujourd'hui.

Recently after being pulled from his unfulfilling life as an illustrator, a young man named Cyr is dropped into a mysterious fantastical city in a strange new world. With the help of a power granted to him by a mysterious apparition, Cyr slowly begins to understand the purpose his newly-granted life holds as a series of escalating dangers are thrown in his path.

THE GHOST THAT DWELLS IN EACH OF US. SEAL GHOST STORIES!-How can there be real ghost stories when there are no real ghosts?" RE But are there no real ghosts? You may not have seen one, but it does not follow that therefore they do not exist. How many of us have seen the microbe that kills? There are at least as many persons who testify they have seen apparitions as there are men of science who have examined the microbe. You and I, who have seen neither, must perforce take the testimony of others. The evidence for the microbe may be conclusive, the evidence as to apparitions may be worthless; but in both cases it is a case of testimony, not of personal experience. The first thing to be done, therefore, is to collect testimony, and by way of generally widening the mind and shaking down the walls of prejudice which lead so many to refuse to admit the clearest possible evidence as to facts which have not occurred within their personal experience, I preface the report of my "Census of Hallucinations" by a preliminary chapter on the perplexing subject of "Personality." This is the question that lies at the root of all the controversy as to ghosts. Before disputing about whether or not there are ghosts outside of us, let us face the preliminary question, whether we have not each of us a veritable ghost within our own skin?

In an ancient town of catholic roots in the Pre-War America of 1935, strange events and phenomena often manifest in the worst of their forms. Vanilla Land, a 16 years old outcast and weirdo with access to magical plushes —ancient and powerful totems capable of summoning powerful spirits and powers for its users— loves to explore wicked places, investigate mysteries, and even fight horrid abominations when necessary. And it's in one of these explorations where she suddenly meets her abrupt when she and a powerful apparition destroy each other. The result? A powerful, demonical entity is impressed by her actions and gives her a second opportunity to live again. She must perform a series of tasks for such an entity —not without getting rewarded with more powerful artifacts and plushes— but in the end, everything points out that there's an ancient source of power capable of redefining reality. And she's not the only one trying to reach it... Come and find out all events that Vanilla had to go through in that dying town of supernatural events, eccentric creatures, and unexpected personalities getting in her way. Cover art by cielnoir Instagram/TikTok: @cielnoir.art

Apparitions have caused an Earth to gain an extra hour. This is called ‘The 13th Hour’ this is the only time where Apparitions come out of their hiding spots to feast on humans. This has caused City Z to be divided into 5 different factions - Ichigo, Momo, Anzu, Nashi and finally the most dangerous faction, Yuzu. Apparitions have overrun Yuzu Faction to the point where not only can you see them in broad daylight but there’s only 10% of human life left. The Government have finally decided to do something about the Apparitions in Yuzu, but they don’t want to get their hands dirty. They decide to host an Apparition Killing Party. The first person, group, gang, whatever ends up clearing out the Apparitions in the Yuzu Faction, gets half of the place as well as a cash reward.

[ You're going to die. ] An apparition appears in the passenger seat of a car driven by a young man as he's storming down the road in his father's favorite sports car. It warns him of his death, or more like informs him of his death after distracting him from the road. However, it isn't a car crash that kills him... Right before going off the side of a cliff, he dies from a heart attack! Reborn in the body of that very apparition, they learn their new identity while forgetting their previous name. Now known as Bria, they have to escape the house belonging to the necrophiliac who murdered her!

Jules est un ado de 17 ans. Une belle nuit d'été, alors qu'il venait de s'endormir, il fut téléporté dans un monde ressemblant fortement au moyen âge. Poussé par l'envie de survivre et de revenir à son ancienne vie, il sera emporté dans un combat qui le dépasse totalement. wiki : https://onigard.fandom.com/fr/wiki/Wiki_Onigard

100 years from now the protagonist, Destory (Des) Ashe was born as a boy with cat ears. As it just so happens, Des also seems to have the ability to see the unknown. He's haunted by the night, he constantly sees spirits. Des decides to use his ability to help put the spirits to rest, he solves their cases. With the help of his uncle, (a washed up detective) and his friend (a famous magician) Destory racks up several cases and becomes quite famous himself at a young age. Unfortunately, he can't seem to solve the most important case, the one involving the infamous cursed object, the Widow's Pocket Watch. Destory has been haunted by the demonic spirit that accompanies said pocket watch.

You are merely just a tool assisting me to get a high grade. I did not come to school to be distracted by your foolish acts

Survival. It was the one thing that all humanity strived to achieve. After a randomly occurring event unknown to the general public caused a young nobody by the name of Alsvid to be teleported to another world. He has to strive to survive in this new world with danger around every corner.

``` Tout le monde savait que la fille aînée des Shens était tombée en disgrâce après avoir été abandonnée par un vaurien, devenue enceinte hors mariage, puis rejetée par sa famille, démunie et désespérée. La tristement célèbre Shen Ruojing fit une apparition au banquet d'anniversaire de la matriarche de la première famille, les Chus, où la foule raillait : "Ceux qui donnent un million en argent de cadeau s'assoient à une table." "Ceux qui donnent dix millions en argent de cadeau s'assoient à une table." "Mademoiselle Shen, puis-je demander combien d'argent de cadeau avez-vous apporté ?" La foule attendait de se moquer d'elle, mais à ce moment, ils virent Shen Ruojing avancer un petit garçon exquisément beau, "Pourriez-vous demander à la Matronne où s'asseoir quand on apporte un arrière-petit-fils ?" *** Admise dans le foyer des Chus seulement à cause de la valeur de son fils, Shen Ruojing ne voulait que suivre le courant, contente d'être un poisson paresseux, mais elle faisait face au mépris de tous côtés au sein de la famille : "Notre famille se vante d'avoir un hacker de premier plan, un maître de la musique, un génie artistique, un fou de la technologie—chacun renommé dans son domaine respectif. Et vous ? Que savez-vous faire ?" Shen Ruojing toucha son menton : "Toutes ces choses que vous mentionnez... Je sais un peu de tout." Trois adorables enfants se tenaient à ses côtés et acquiescèrent d'un même élan : Nous attestons que Maman sait effectivement un peu de tout. ```

Vous êtes-vous déjà demandé ce que ça ferait de vous réveiller dans un corps qui n'est pas le vôtre ? Un corps beaucoup, beaucoup plus jeune ? Je ne peux pas dire que j'y avais déjà beaucoup réfléchi. Jusqu'à cette nuit où un patient a débarqué aux urgences où je travaillais et m'a tiré une balle en pleine tête. Vous savez, s'il voulait un second avis, il n'avait qu’à demander. Mais ce n'est pas le propos... D'une manière ou d'une autre, je me suis réveillée dans un hôpital étrange avec une femme qui ressemblait étrangement à ma mère me tenant la main et pleurant. Très heureuse de la voir, il m'a fallu quelques minutes pour réaliser que je n'étais plus le docteur de 25 ans, réussi, dans l’un des hôpitaux les plus prestigieux du monde. Non, j'étais une petite fille de 6 ans qui, pour un instant... voulait sa maman. Quand vient l'apocalypse, chacun s’en sort comme il peut. J’ai trois choix : Dois-je me battre pour ce que je veux ? Vais-je fuir et me cacher, ou vais-je me figer quand les démons de mon passé reviendront me hanter ? Vous pouvez me connaître sous le nom de la Guérisseuse, mais c’est mon histoire à raconter. ------ Fight, Flight, or Freeze est le deuxième roman de la série Rebirth in the Apocalypse, cette fois mettant en scène la Guérisseuse : Wang Tian Mu et ses hommes. Vous n'aurez pas besoin de lire le premier pour comprendre celui-ci, et elle ne restera pas enfant tout le long. Li Dai Lu et ses gars feront de temps en temps une apparition, mais c'est strictement l'histoire de Wang Tian Mu ! J'espère que vous apprécierez ! Autres romans : Rebirth in the Apocalypse : La Troisième Fois, c’est la bonne (Terminé) Les Vaisseaux de l'étoile (Terminé) Danser avec les Monstres (En cours) Aussi Silencieux qu'une Souris (En cours) Retrouvez-moi sur Discord : devilbesideyou666 (@Sakura#6289)

A not so simple academy with lots of secrets. People who are outside the academy, don't really know the big deal inside the school. What's in that school? Until, time came, she met the 8th apparition and was bind to be his accomplice. Will that person lose his/her soul? Or Something else will happen? With the twist of fate, they began to travel through time, worlds and unearthly creatures that lurks, just somewhere around them.