I got a job in the sewers. WE HAVE STRANGE RULES.

[@LighthouseHorror]

What's your scary sewer story?

[@SeanSchwifty]

This one night, the whole neighborhood had Taco Bell for dinner…

[@TheStuart-of-Cosby]

You Mr Lighthouse never do Disappoint. Thanks for tonight's Entertainment my Friend

[@Spookybecky420]

Well our septic tank overflowed once if that counts 😂

[@amberrandall-k9z]

We ate Taco Bell in Chipotle at the same time and to this day the Legends say they are still pooping to this day

[@mrrebel5150]

On January 20, 2021, Biden was sworn in by U.S. Chief Justice John Roberts as the 46th president of the United States.

[@FiresCollide]

I'm really glad this is one of the rare rules stories where the protagonist actually does listen to the rules and doesn't immediately think they know better and scoff at them. It's fine to write rules stories where the protagonist immediately breaks/forgets them and that's what causes their problems. But it's harder and scarier when a character follows the rules and still ends up in trouble.

[@alyasfukename3355]

The rules also didn't feel so contrived and intentionally mysterious. They made sense for the kind of work besides the one weird one

[@FiresCollide]

@@alyasfukename3355 Agreed. I think that's sort of a lazy form of writing, to make the rules intentionally weird and then the rule-giver expects the protagonist to not have ANY questions or push back. That has never ever worked in the history of human curiosity.

[@alyasfukename3355]

@@FiresCollide I was honestly thinking it's the same fault of the "ritual pasta" trend before this. At least the rituals had the easy explanation of trying to achieve something unnatural. The format is there and it's not awful but it can easily become lazy and overwritten. With the ritual stories they seemed to stop having a truly desirable goal and instead became about the steps. With these ones they became less about the characters and the reason they're forced to follow the rules and more about how weird the rules are. If people are wanting to write something bizarre and surreal they're better off going for the "tales from the gas station" or "uncle Henry's farm" approach. But that is a story structure that requires some real creativity to keep interesting.

[@kyze8284]

I’m tempted to write one myself just because I’m tired of people disregarding rules and then making dumb choices to boot and only surviving with plot armor

[@MostrandomM_toexisttoday]

Did you know that you’re a sinner? But did you know that Jesus loves you and He can change that, all you have to do is believe that He died on the cross and rose from the grave 3 days later, repent, and accept God into your life, it’s your choice, Jesus loves you

[@katherineheasley6196]

I work at an adult learning program, and I felt absurdly proud of the narrator for getting his GED.

[@RobinSueWho]

The protagonist got his GED, not the narrator.

[@katherineheasley6196]

@@RobinSueWho yeah, I meant the protagonist and said narrator instead.

[@zedddddful]

But if he's already doing the job for 6 months why would he need the GED literally pointless waste of his time.

[@katherineheasley6196]

@@zedddddful hey, I don't make the rules! But when someone's boss tells them that they won't get promoted unless they get their GED, I'm there. Most of my job is teaching English to immigrants and refugees, though.

[@janetcw9808]

​@@katherineheasley6196Go You for your work, and Nuts to the nit pickers who are correcting you!

[@mason7067]

Protagonist: Actually follows rules for once. Creepypasta: " Yeah, this is happening anyway. "

[@luckyrobinshomestead]

You would never catch me in the sewers. Those guys deserve to be paid well, even without the monsters! Great story.

[@douglasrood2650]

I worked for a small village that had its own sewer treatment facility but it was only rated for about 2500 people and every fourth of July our little village would see at least 10,000 people, which would of course overload our sewer system. If the material was of the wrong consistency it would clog up the intake valve, if this happened you would have to put on "the suit" a sort of spacesuit/deep sea divers suit, then you would have to climb to the bottom of the intake storage tank and manually clear the intake valve, that is right you would climb down or let yourself sink through 50 feet of human waste and if you let yourself sink you might hit different consistencies and fall at a different rate which is kind of gross because you know whats going on outside the suit. Thankfully I only had to do that job twice but it was enough.

[@GodLovesYou1624]

Holy sh**. Sounds like a crappy job 😉. Good way to..waste.. your time.

[@natanaga9892]

I have the utmost respect for people who do jobs like this.

[@ninasaunders4977]

No way. That sounds like something osha wouldn't allow. To sink 50 feet in human waste!

[@saltymisfit6566]

My dad worked for the sewage treatment plant for the county that I grew up in fortunately it was a large facility and as far as I know nobody ever had to take the dive like that but that just sounds all sorts of disgusting

[@justinhindley6878]

I enjoy the fact that you give voices to different characters, much better than some other horror story channels.

[@lilmama88]

Agreed! It's the main reason why I stop & instantly listen when I get a notification.. I enjoy his voice(s) , which immerses you in the story/s' from beginning to end! LH is one of my top 4 go-to narrators.😌

[@MrZTF]

I've heard this dude on a couple other channels. Some of his speech patterns are almost comically over-done, but that's just it: He actually *feels* his characters he's portraying. Otis actually makes his entire story feel cozy. And then we've got other storytellers, where literally every character is the sassiest valley-girl you've ever heard on the internet. I'll take this dude any day. 10/10.

[@danielstellmon5330]

Lighthouse is a good story teller, but if you want a one man "full cast" voice actor check out Nature's Temper

[@Khornecussion]

" Eating up all the chemicals- " - that turn the freakin' monsters gay.

[@MostrandomM_toexisttoday]

Did you know that you’re a sinner? But did you know that Jesus loves you and He can change that, all you have to do is believe that He died on the cross and rose from the grave 3 days later, repent, and accept God into your life, it’s your choice, Jesus loves you…

[@Lilythegothwitch]

????​@@MostrandomM_toexisttoday

[@rosskrt]

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[@tiffanybenefield1980]

LH, My mom listened tonight with me. I told her you were in the 3 top best narrators ever on KZbin. She said you were definitely good.

[@alistairogilvy7696]

I suspect a lot of others use autonarration.. This guy is just a great speaker & voice actor. Raconteur par excellence 😉😁

[@tiffanybenefield1980]

@alistairogilvy7696 Oh I certainly agree 👍.

[@GreatNewsVideo]

Tippy Top level of narrators indeed.

[@tiffanybenefield1980]

@@GreatNewsVideo Yes

[@sleazykilla360]

ahhh hahahahaha simping for a heart and didnt get one 🤣

[@Emerald.She-Ra]

My dad worked as a sewer chargehand before I was born, and for a couple of years afterwards. He witnessed some horrific things down there. Things he hates talking about because he can't believe himans could be so cruel (ironic coming from a man who was an abusive, violent, alcoholic. He's not abusive any more, but still an alcoholic). Some of the things he did tell me were terrifying. Not just "fatbergs" of waste, lard, and stuff that shouldn't be flushed, but kittens and puppies which had been drowned by flushing them immediately after birth. Half-eaten body parts rats had pulled into nests in the sewers, and a couple of full term babies who'd been stillborn. He witnessed at least one co-worker (that I know of) drown in waste after an area of sub-flooring caved in. I later went to school with the victim's son, who decided to become a civil engineer, specialising in sewers/drainage.

[@thenameless2379]

This is scarier than the story. And the fact your father went from abusive to I guess kind now that he's seen the true evil of humanity. That's messed up. I got sick as I kept reading. Sorry your father and his team basically saw hell

[@aprilwilliams1918]

The scrapping and tunnels made me think of labyrinth. The machine that “cleaned” the tunnels. “Oh no the cleaners!” Hoggel:)

[@christineshotton824]

Nice reference!😁

[@StarBrained]

One of my favorites!

[@kingschaitza]

The bog of eternal stench

[@MrNickPresley]

“A piece of cake, is it? Let’s see how you deal with this little slice.” *Cue “It’s the cleaners!”*

[@StarBrained]

🎶I saw my baby, crying hard as babe could cry. What could i do🎶 🎶what kinda magic spell to use slime and snails, and puppy dog tails🎶 This whole song track was my cleaning playlist for years I thought David Bowie was the hottest guy ever 😂

[@dereks_island]

Jesus that little sound when he woke up and heard the scraping. The sound and timing was absolutely perfect. Than again you're a master of the little details that make a good story, great. Those details are the 1s that and the lithe chill up my spine that's for sure. Appreciate you as always!

[@stolenhero6650]

Okay as a person who didnt get their highschool diploma or GED. Whenever a "highschool diploma" is required, they have never once asked or cared for it. Not a single time.

[@HansBelphegor]

As a graduate ive had to show it once

[@JamesBond-xx1lv]

It's a city job. They can be pretty selective lol

[@intenseavarice34]

I love these rules stories. They are the best kind of horror because they're the modern version of the phrase "fiction with a hint of truth" some of the rules are just common sense written down, the rest are terrifying enough to make you listen to the few that actually matter. Thanks for the nareation! ^ w^

[@OumuamuaOumuamua]

Rule number 11, bring pizza down into the sewer, the turtles and the rat will appreciate it very much

[@shitneyb5562]

My son, the first rule of bring a ninja is- do no harm. Unless you mean to do harm. Then do lots of harm 🐀 🐢

[@technodrome]

That should be rule number 0!

[@trishpipkins]

Do you like penicillin on your pizza?

[@courtneylane7639]

​@@trishpipkins *taps plays*

[@ImaKhunt007]

Nah, 1 Pizza with weird toppings and some sushi. Splinter loves sushi.

[@jessies6502]

The Strange Rules stories are my favorites!

[@potheadmike8510]

"The Understench" I will definitely be working that into my vocabulary 🤣

[@MyrdinAnnoth]

Good story. Love when a rules and cryptid stories end with the MC somehow getting through the ordeal stronger and even sticking around (since most of the times those jobs are very well paid). Kinda shows you the "what doesnt kill me, makes me stronger" mentality and human resilience when faced with adversity.

[@TENZEN._.]

Man, that is intense! I like it! Thank you so much Stephen for your relentless efforts in your Master Storytelling! Your AWESOME FRIEND! 🔥👊😄🔥

[@ExorcistOfNevermore]

I still love the rules storys and driving stories the most. So many things can be done with it.

[@bchgh]

Wow, a rare story. Good ending + MC who makes more rational decisions that most others with degrees in other stories.

[@Spookybecky420]

Seeing a lighthouse horror notification is like getting a birthday present 🎉🎉 0:18

[@yesterdayitrained]

So glad to hear this fantastic story! You have a gift. I truly appreciate the break from all the scary things in my own life. Thank you.

[@YourAlienPaul]

If you are required to have a flashlight don't just carry one. 2 is one and one is none. That is to say have two can turn into having one and thus having one can turn into having none.

[@MercuryLuke]

I dong get it. Simplify

[@YourAlienPaul]

@MercuryLuke it's prepper logic. The chances of having two of one particular item fail on you is low. Thus, having two flashlights is having one. Also, keeping one on your pack and one in your pocket is also helpful as you can drop your pack and run if need be.

[@MercuryLuke]

Oh i get it

[@LisaKinyon]

Mr. Narrator, not knowing your name, it’s hard to address you appropriately! But at any rate, you’re, bar none, the very best storyteller/narrator I’ve ever come across on the Tube! I’m always engrossed and immersed in the story, from beginning to end. Fantastic!!

[@gothgirl4evr881]

His name is Stephen

[@courtneylane7639]

I found your channel back in October and have pretty much binged all of the stories on your channel, so its always a great night when you upload.

[@Vix2066]

Listen to the one called 'I work as a conductor on a ghost train' it's so good! And my most favourite LH narration❤

[@alistairogilvy7696]

That's pretty close to my LH story as well 😁 The tale that snagged me was a rules story, too - the cinema usher one. Was my first narrated creepypasta experience. It kinda spoiled the genre a little as I'm sure most of the others use autonarration, and listening to other channels always makes for a poor comparison.

[@gothgirl4evr881]

That's also one of my favorite "rules" stories.

[@dianalovescolors]

I've become bored with some "rules" stories but I loved this one after my own sewer experience. LH, you did a great job on Mr. Decker and Nolan's voices too!

[@gothgirl4evr881]

Noland's voice sounds just like the security guard in the story where the door in the basement of the warehouse that remains locked and switches from one wall to another and his doppelganger comes out.

[@darkestwilightt]

I am glad I found you, after creepypastajr disappeared I've been looking for someone who reads things like this.

[@andrewrakisits9270]

Another “follow the list of rules video “ these one are my favorite and I think the best ! He’s having a very “ crappy “ time in the swear tunnels hahahaha

[@gknight917]

of all the creepypasta narrators on youtube, you are far and away t he best with pacing, diction, and emoting..

[@technodrome]

One time someone overflowed our toilet when I was in college and throwing a rager. I cleaned the puke and poop half drunk. That’s my sewer story.

[@Vanne-ug2ui]

That's a Horror story too 😬 😅😅

[@froginprogress8510]

We don't have sewers where I live, but you can access the older parts of the nearby cities underground, which are near the sewers. I don't envy the people who have to go down there. Watching The X Files, and had Flukeman in my head to start this. Those things sound larval in a way.

[@Sarah-said]

Excellent as always, thanks LH!

[@Datrebor]

I love these strange rules stories, they are my favorite. There are many strange and deadly things in the deep dark tunnels.

[@NolomEbal44560]

That was intense. Excellent. On was on the edge of my seat the entire time.

[@jayjayeverett2456]

Rule 13:Always bring a sacrifice down to the sewers with you. You may cpme across an Eldridge horror being while in the tunnels.

[@gothgirl4evr881]

Ahh... one of those "I don't have to outrun the sewer monster, I just have to outrun you" instances 😅

[@sgaisar]

Rules stories are getting a comeback! This is what a true joy feels like

[@kattiearmand6007]

Absolutely loved this story! The different voices are awesome & just make ut so more real!

[@lorraineselby]

Brilliant story. 🎉 So relieved when they make it out alive! Thank you for keeping me company whilst I work from home 🙏🏼

[@Bigal3031]

This reminds me of a story released earlier with the rules more drawn out. I like it.

[@Zeran_Rey]

Lighthouse! You are still killing it out here with the scary stories, excellent imagery and wonderful narration. Excited to see you keep popping off my friend. ❤🎉

[@BuddyBouncer]

OMG I'm only 3 hours late, rules stories are my favorite for bedtime! You're one of my favorite narrators, keep em coming!

[@davidfield6223]

Love light house bed time story and snow storm

[@caymens604]

I love the narration and the moving images. Just really makes the story and experience

[@tiffanykosbar8061]

You are a great story teller!!! I only found your page a few days ago but I'm glad I did. Listening to your stories makes my work day go by quicker, thank you for that!

[@CaptivatingCarnage]

You have the BEST stories! I haven't heard one cheesy, or even mediocre one yet! I absolutely adore your channel/podcast!

[@goose1114]

Pretty dope, thanks Stephen Lighthouse!

[@BrandyBeach]

Thank you for all you do! Love your stories ❤

[@Atmosphericpurgatory2]

Thanks man your stories keep getting better and better

[@kristinecollier9155]

That was masterful!! I love how you did Nolens accent!! This was starting to make ne feel suffocated! LOL Great story!!

[@JZF629]

This is probably one of my favorites so far. Very well done!

[@fz5344]

I have developed a habit of liking your videos even before I watch them. Keep going strong!!!

[@sean8599]

Ever since playing Lethal Company, I've been loving these needlessly-dangerous-jobs themed stories.

[@sayanmullick7559]

Rule number 12 , if you saw a red balloon get away from it as fast as u can and never should u ever follow it

[@gothgirl4evr881]

Rule 13... don't look into the dead lights or you'll float too.🎈🎈🎈

[@omaracevedo4784]

I can't imagine the sort of things that run around in the old parts of the city sewers

[@Adanahjames]

I absolutely love the way you tell these stories i have been binge watching your videos for days now. New subscriber btw.🎉

[@Lord_Inquisitor_Ignis]

Another phenomenal story narration and story

[@susanbutler2542]

Just about anything. Thank you for the great stories.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@XiaoPichu]

The suspense i felt from this story was like none other... im having a hard time relaxing my muscles. I loved it!

[@nil_nux556]

I never really saw myself going down a rabbit hole in this type of KZbin genre, that is short story audio tales. But you do this extending well.

[@sweetpeasarah1]

As always a huge heart-felt thank you❤ for ALL your amazing work and dedication to incredible storytelling! You are a MASTER OF THE CRAFT and I hope you never stop doing what you’re doing! All my love and gratitude ❤❤❤❤

[@gabbygabby245]

I felt anxious all throughout the video. This was truly some scary stuff!

[@MiddletonJeff]

I wait for your next story to drop with bated breath. I always do. Thank you.

[@tarakaharris1228]

YES RIGHT ON TIME. I LOVE THESE RULES STORIES SO MUCH

[@RyllenKriel]

Wonderful storytelling as always, but... sewers? For this episode alone the channel should be known as Outhouse Horror!

[@liliheissenbuttel3163]

Scary! Just the right amount of creepy! Well done!!

[@PlantoftheApes1983]

So glad I found Lighthouse Horror, been listening at work none stop. You do an amazing job narrating this amazing stories. Makes me want to start writing again!

[@remembernovember9059]

I've listened to a few of these and I gotta say I really like the way you speak when you narrate.

[@MrCrazyjack]

I worked for years in a Drilling right and could feel the tension... that was a nice story!

[@ArabellaStarr]

Yay another rules story 🎉🎉 Thank you 😊

[@mkzhero]

"I got a respirator" The writer must bot know how frigging loud those are, normally, and especially in a confined space, there's no way you'll hear scraping in it!

[@michelepruitt3145]

Yay Yah Lighthouse Horror! 🤗 Always jump right on you like white on rice! 😂 Thanks LH! 👻🐾😱🐺😍🙏✌️

[@Bluerose888]

I'm glad he made it out with no damage. There is one thing I don't understand, he was able to see the creature, but the creature didn't see him?Wouldn't it see the light from his flashlight?

[@Bluerose888]

@wizardwaluigi8623 That makes sense, Thanks.

[@pakde8002]

I fell asleep so many times. This voice is the best sleeping aid since warm milk and heroin.

[@yoki590]

one of the main issues i have with rules stories is the absurd specificity of the rules and this story is nice cuz the rules aren't abstract - dont meet the thing that leaves scratches on the ground - dont touch the black goop on the floor - dont jump in random ass holes - always have a light source i dont rember the fifth rule all these rule have a purpose that doesnt seem overly specific its just a safety rule

[@zombiegirlfanter]

As always Mr, LH treats us with a great story. Still the Best narrator !!!!!

[@ANDROID-dr6yh]

Fantastic episode I can't wait for the next one

[@tonytwostoned7958]

The story telling is amazing. Way you switch voices it brings the story's to a realistic feeling experience. 🔥 God bless

[@echo6014]

I absolutely love lighthouse stories❤😊

[@billyalonzo406]

This blewmymind Kept me on the edge Great story

[@roden70]

Excellent story and narration!

[@hauntedscythespiritfish2226]

Good narration as always! Good job and keep up with the fine work! What makes this story scary that there could be a possibility of having a cryptid living down in the sewers. LOL

[@anniereddj]

Excellent narration and an intense story! Thank you!!

[@Papabigcheese]

Dude i remember how small this channel was congrats man keep em coming

[@JGHR777]

Love the quality of your vids. You are the best one out here.

[@swimfast724]

I love these rules stories, theyre definitely my favorite type

[@The_Wall7283]

thanks for adding in the big red arrow in the thumbnail i would have never seen the big amalgamation of humans

[@TheRealLyonic]

You are amazingly good at telling stories, seriously underrated!

[@michaelnewell9520]

Me watching this while grooming dogs i put it on their ears and they went quiete listening to it #1 way to get them to listen

[@bdixon800]

This feels like an AMAZING and immersive video game!

[@jtduran5790]

I like these kinds of stories: not some sadistic, potentially apocalyptic entity stalking humans for its own amusement, but rather creatures just going about their lives. Strange, potentially dangerous animals, but nevertheless in a sort of equilibrium with their environment that the storyteller just so happens to accidentally stumble into and lives to tell the tale.

[@hughgray4199]

Excellent scary story.... perfect for watching just before you go to sleep making for adventurous dreams?

[@SkinnyEatWorld95]

This is a very creative story. I'm liking it so far.

[@joebippus6380]

Snowed in and time for a great listen 🎉

[@lilmama88]

Another great vid, loved it! Really not that much of a stretch to believe.

[@cherryclarke4704]

Incredible as always Stephen ty so much

[@AngelinaDeveaux]

The protagonist is very brave for continuing the job lol. I really enjoyed this one. It would make a great movie.

[@LivMarstar]

I wish I had a cool sewer story! My dad once had to battle a tarantula with a mop. The beast, I really actually like spiders, but he was huge, somehow found its way into our bathroom when I was a kid. Ahhh, the joys of living in the desert! Lol!

[@Revlemmon]

The animation for the monster will be haunting me for a few days now

[@SorenPenrose]

The real answer to how things would evolve is more mundane and more fascinating at the same time: a bacteria has evolved to consume plastic as its primary source of nutrients.