I’m sure you have all heard of the Appalachian Rules:
If you see something, no you didn’t.
If you hear something, no you didn’t.
If something whistles at you, you don’t whistle back.

But what happens if you ignore the rules? What will happen if you whistle back or interact with the so-called “wildlife” in the Appalachian Mountains? This is the legend of the Hall of Death, located in Swords Creek, Virginia. 

The legend of the Hall of Death originated in the 19th century. Looking for a fresh start, a young family moved their farm and built themselves a stable home in the middle of the valley. The family built their home, a big white house with a red tin roof. The family was proud of their hard work and began furnishing their house in order to make it a home.

The family were proud hunters, trapping every type of game the Appalachian Mountains had to offer. Beavers, bobcats, foxes, and squirrels, the family dedicated a specific hallway in the home in order to show off their kills.

The family had visitors from all over wanting to see their scowling bear mounts and life-like fish heads. But little did they know, their pride was about to be ruined by the vengeful spirits haunting their hall.

It started with the mounts falling off the wall. Then, the family began to hear creaking floors. They thought it was just the house settling and the nails holding the animals up beginning to rust. That was until the howling started.

The family awoke one night to a deafening scream, coming from the hallway. They together started creeping up the steps, trying not to startle whatever had made that dreadful sound.

Suddenly, as the family peeked their heads down the hall, they saw……

APRIL FOOL’S!!!!!!!!!!

This is actually about my house! However, it is not actually haunted, and there are no scary animals! Happy April Fool’s!

Edited and Reviewed by John Ratliff II