I work at a HOSPITAL FOR MONSTERS. We're under lockdown

[@transient_moonlight]

This story + the narration are the kind of horror that doesn't really scare you, but it really makes you feel the anguish of the situation.

[@kentworch]

The scariest thing probably about the story in that stuff like this actually does happen in real life. For example, some gas station nachos could give you botulism.

[@brent1583]

It's best not to give in and buy the nachos.

[@BurningAnimations]

If you want nachos, go to a real restaurant

[@cencent2189]

@kentworch Great got spoiled but this kinda stuff has happened in hospitals

[@TimelessEssence13]

^^^ THIS, couldn't say it better.

[@heatherlandenberg8565]

The little details, footsteps, scuffles, running water and all the extra sounds with the amazing narration……it’s like a movie playing in your mind. You can picture everything. Amazing talent!

[@robynsmith4164]

I totally agree! I literally see the story in my mind like I’m sitting in an IMAX theater. Stephen is definitely THE BEST narrator in the Horror Narration genre! He just may be the best narrator and true storyteller on KZbin period! I hope you have a great week 😁 Love from Texas ♥️🤠🌴

[@blcksvvan]

​@@robynsmith4164u would like the dark somnium then

[@janedoex1398]

YES ! And I have aphantasia ! ( like I can't see things behind closed eyes, imagine- but not "picture" any object).

[@UncleDaddy76]

It does help, and a step above alot of channels with similar stories, or even the same story for sure. But the tone of voice, and how you read it already sets it apart and a step above. Thank you for keeping us occupied and interested!

[@afritzy4204]

Most certainly cab agree with what you had said,

[@Kirhean]

It's not the supernatural aspects that make this so unsettling. It's the everyday horror of an incurable disease threatening to become an epidemic. The implication that it was a purposeful infection just brings to mind the very real fear, and threat, of a bioterror attack. Well done.

[@Sig509]

This could've easily worked without supernatural.

[@orionar2461]

​@@Sig509I highly suspect hunters did it.

[@frozendragon1874]

i think what also sells this story, for me, and probably a whole lot more, we go in expecting a story about a list of rules to follow when dealing with x, y, and z, this story however, pulls a complete 180 with an outbreak not long after, and with the similarities to coronav 19, makes it all the more uncanny valley, or perhaps for some, makes the real thing, all the more scary.

[@wolvie1618]

The fact this could actually happen irl. We do have diseases without cures to this day. And there could be plenty more diseases out there that we don't know of yet.

[@MrMrjaymz]

@@frozendragon1874 I think this flipping of expectations detracts a little from the story for me. The "fey" didn't really serve a purpose in this story. They were just kind out there. Makes me wonder why the author bothered including them. The story was good overall, but I can't help but feel like there was a missed opportunity.

[@mjc8248]

As someone who spends a lot of time in hospitals, this one is pretty unnerving. I hear all those weird code calls on the speakers at all hours wondering what's going on. Sometimes, I hear them enough to figure out what they are, but there are odd ones that really make me wonder, this story isn't necessarily helping with that, lol.

[@LadyNikitaShark]

Same. Whenever i see doctors and nurses running in the middle of the night i always wonder whats happenning. Sometimes you can tell but most Times you just sir in your Room wondering whats going on.

[@mjc8248]

Normally, I get a private room, but one time, I had a roommate who was an older gentleman who was recovering from a hardcore surgery. They operated on his back, but they went through the front to get there. It ended up being a several hour surgery. He was in my room for 3 days, and he had uncontrollable hiccups the entire time, even in his sleep. Between the nonstop hiccups and the code calls, I thought I might lose my mind. The nurse said his hiccups were a side effect of the prolonged procedure he had done, but I wanted to smother him with a pillow.

[@meemurthelemur4811]

Here's a list of the most common codes. Keep in mind that some of the less common codes change from state to state, these are the ones used in Pennsylvania. Rapid response: any medical emergency short of a code blue. This can be anything from someone passing out to a seizure. Every department has a designated person to respond (cardiology, respiratory, IR, xray, lab, pharmacy, neurology, etc). This ensures not everyone comes running (and they all do run!), but also time isn't wasted deciding who goes. Code blue: cardiac or respiratory arrest or both Code grey: unruly or combative person. This could be for either a patient or visitor. Code silver: hostage or active shooter (I've also seen purple used) Code pink: baby abduction. Make yourself comfortable because you will not be permitted to leave until it's found. It's rare for this to last long since all baby ID bracelets usually have chips that will activate the pediatric doors to lock if they get too close to them or are cut off. Code amber: missing child. Same as above. You ain't going nowhere until little Suzie is found. Code yellow: missing adult patient Code Brown: chemical hazard Code orange: mass casually event Code red: smoke or fire Code black: bomb threat Code green: hospital evacuation Hope this helps. Hospitals can be scary places, but there are emergency contingencies for practically any situation you can imagine, and everyone from the doctors to the janitors are trained in what their specific rolls are.

[@mjc8248]

Thanks for the list, I saved it for future reference. I spend my time at Cleveland Clinic main campus. Nothing scarier than staying in the neuro icu and hearing strange urgent calls to where you're located, wondering if you're dying.

[@meemurthelemur4811]

@@mjc8248 I totally understand why patients can hear codes and worry that it's related to them. If it's any comfort, just know that if you are hearing a code call, 99.99% of the time it's not going to be for you. Most of the time those patients aren't conscious or aware of the codes at all. I can't say never because nobody who works in a hospital *ever* says something never happens because as soon as you do, it's guaranteed that it will! Yes, we are all superstitious, even those who won't admit it!😂

[@PcTato]

It's difficult to be actually scared by a story at 39 and being an otr truck driver. You tend to see and experience things most don't being away from home for long periods of time. That being said, it's nice to hear a real voice talking to you, even if it's just in story format. So you and many other youtube channels have my appreciation, thank you for what you do!

[@angelhelton682]

And thank you for doing what you do. Without truck drivers, the economy would be in shambles & it would be almost impossible for people to get day to day things they depend on for survival & comfort

[@theresanavarrete8169]

Yes, ty for your dedication and doing what you know will keep you awake. Having another human voice is such a plus. Be safe and carry on. 🙏 ❤

[@spacebird107]

thank you for doing what you do! :)

[@pameversole5886]

Thank you for keeping the country going! 🚛

[@jessiefanshaw3038]

Thank you for what you do. Have you ever listened to a Podcast called Alice Isn't Dead? It's a horror/scifi podcast told from the perspective of a truck driver traveling the country looking for her wife, who until recently, had been presumed dead.

[@Keith_Courage]

The story telling here is beautiful i felt so much empathy for Artie jeez this guy is good!!!

[@Mia-ei4mh]

I totally agree to this

[@catb-w5212]

Love listening to your storys but it was a sad one

[@lorettasearcy1471]

I also agree,.he was.a really sweet guy .

[@anapeglar4602]

I ALMOST CRIED, ARTIE WAS JUST GETTING CLEAN!!!

[@janedoex1398]

No, no no no . You need to listen closer and more. *He is the best !*

[@trixie7759]

This story wasn’t even scary, it was just absolutely horrifying and depressing, keep up the great work! Sometimes I need a good unexpected cry

[@theconfusedvampire]

Right? It didn't so much scare me as made want to curl up and die. I feel like I was emotionally punched in the face then laughed at for bleeding. 😅

[@ElectricGlowSkull]

Poor Artie no one deserves pain like that. No one does

[@Allantitan]

@@ElectricGlowSkulland to make matters worse he was among the first to arrive

[@janedoex1398]

Is this was can be described as ( or almost) existential horror ? I've never came into contact with any "creepy pastas" - despite for gross overcooked, cold - water -rinsed spaghetti .... But the inevitability, the knowledge that one leak will wipe out the population, human or not. (Maybe Vamires could burrow themselves for 1000 years - but then would have to drink from - what? ) It unites in some way with what you would usually fear because suddenly there is something WAY worse out there - uhm in there, uhm no in yoy ? And if not there are the ones that will shoot no matter what , just to be rather safe than sorry...The enemy is visible and invisible. I'd definitely have an existential crisis then and there.. I need to read the definition. Edit: Done. So the short description basically said, it means confronting the audience with the most basic fears, like darkness, loss of control, a very "primal" , impulsive fear humans had and still v have to some degree ( like too much in phobias) , but what also kept us alive XYZ thousand years ago and our lizard brain still reacts to. A threat too big or new to understand , nor control in any way we can come up with until it might be too late. ( Sometimes intermixed with a bit of cosmic horror - like... "The Thing", "Cabin Fever", etc., would that be a correct guess?

[@primrosedeluna]

@@janedoex1398yes! I was trying to think of a good sub-genre this would fall under and that’s perfect. The unbearable anguish when we all realize it’s an inevitable end and that is a totally different fear/horror I never want to experience. It’s kind of like psychological warfare…?

[@lyndellrobinson3611]

I felt so badly for each person infected. The descriptions of their pain, expressions, etc. intermingled with LH's outstanding voice acting makes you empathize with the characters. Kudos to the author and LH!

[@troyt6006]

u belive this ?

[@bnuuy3490]

​@@troyt6006This story is fictional. It's a creepypasta.

[@ellugerdelacruz2555]

​@bnuuy3490 And a darn good ine at that. Markings of a good story is usually audience empathy.

[@Cia_M1986]

Brilliant. The desperation, the palpable exhaustion... your narration is always on point. It was heartbreaking, and maddening. Unpredictable until the end. What a good story. I'm glad Sasha survived it too!

[@SethUnwell]

Sylvia was an amazing character. She was written as a ruthless dictator, but when push came to shove, she put herself on the same level as all of the others. The rules applied to her too, and she wasnt scared of that fact, she was just someone with an enormoussense of responsibility. Thats what makes her amazing. She was a hero, although a rutheless one.

[@jasminechan4705]

I completely agree, she immediately put her own life on the line and was willing to make the right decisions (as well as she could) even when it was hard and made everyone hate her. She didn’t deserve to get attacked but I also can’t blame them too much..

[@thalmorjusticiar1]

@@jasminechan4705 I feel like the aggression she was narrated with made her seem worse than she was. If you listen, you'll hear "she said calmly" and such, which I don't think was really reflected by the narration. She struck me more as a professionalism forward, pragmatic type than the sort of antisocial person we heard.

[@LightningStorm1349]

Sylvia reminded me of Cameron from House. A good doctor, but so annoying

[@EnderKingDubs]

Damn, this story is excellent from every angle. Its characters are truly human. Mehan is set up initially to be this unfeeling, utilitarian antagonist to the MC's idealism, but each time we see her, while she's doubling down, the cracks start to show in what's really a facade. Her character is incredibly tragic because her infection breaking her front makes you realize she's always been putting up a front because its all she can do to keep going, because she knows what happens if she fails. Also, I adore the line, "I'm with one already", when Mehan tells Jamie to go help the patients. While Jamie came to understand why Mehan had taken the measures she did, it still shows that he didn't let the experience kill his empathy like Mehan did. And Artie making it out alive was such a wonderful reward for making it through the harrowing moments of this story. "That damn take-out", indeed, my friend, "that damn take-out", indeed.

[@kenkentaylor9690]

This comment sums up everything I feel so well!! Artie's comment at the end was a much needed chuckle after all the tragedy that had ensued.

[@angelicalofgren6480]

We need a sequel to this story where we find out who put the wormeggs in the food and most importently, why?

[@melissameeks37]

Exactly

[@pinkfurret6245]

Racism

[@PtolemiosFrost]

I figured some fae hunter asshole found out it was a werewolf/fae bar and did it to kill as many of them as they could. They know about fae so they probably also know about their diseases. Or it was a disgruntled employee of the bar seeking revenge or whatever.

[@ellugerdelacruz2555]

​@@PtolemiosFrost Unlikely given that most of the affected Code Lime patients were humans. Either a Fae Hunter utilizing bio-warfare was really bad at their job, or something else was going on...

[@MatchieMun]

I'll be honest, I thought it was something to do with the church Artie mentioned.

[@ullamolina2007]

The thought of a cute sentient kitty creature dying and struggling to save themselves with their illusion powers was the saddest part of the story for me. I cried.

[@karenlacey4549]

The Meow was trying to live till the very end, it was trying to attack the infection with its last bit of magic as it was dying. That showed you how awful the infection was because the story is clear the Meows are tough enough to fight sirens to a stand still. Vampires, Werewolves and humans we are strong but similar biology when the illness is taking out stronger FAE with different biology that is when I was thinking Is any one going to live through this?

[@maddieboo2297]

Yeah that hurt fr

[@radraccoon9489]

That is so depressing thank you for the inpromptu heads up, 'I'll be keeping this story for when I'm not petting my cat...

[@AvalonDreamz]

OMG SAME! 😢😭I was doing so damn good to right up until that part and I lost it! Glad I'm not the only one.

[@demboyz808]

😊😊q as q

[@Amanda-cv7vn]

As soon as Artie pucked in the hospital elevator I was like quarantine. Poor puppy has worms

[@casidollfacekilla1067]

You’re the best creepypasta narrator ever. Without your voice, it’s always missing something. Thank you for your amazing art and dedication L. H. Horror! Xo

[@TheStuart-of-Cosby]

RIGHT Mr Lighthouse is a Absolute Legend amongst listener's

[@Justadonkey]

I dunno Dark Sominum is pretty talented too

[@BisonMark]

And big daddy stone is right up there

[@jodilea144]

Agreed!

[@hunnybeezm1338]

​@TheStuart-of-Cosby I concur LH is my #1 then next on my list is scary fairy Godmother but she only posts 1 time at the 1st of the month and then there's daddy Darkness Prevails hes my go to after that and if they all post new stuff on one night...well lets just say im in for a long night! Lol cuz I cant wait. I also dig What Lurks Underneath and above. Etc. 😊

[@engagedgothgirl]

As a nurse this is hurting my feelings and I’m not even through more than 16 minutes of the story. 1) if someone having stomach pain don’t give cold water that makes the pain worse 2) if the patient says his pain is a 10 you do not give ibuprofen ( that’s like giving him a skittle) we would immediately be starting IV pain relief ( especially if the man is a werewolf I would assume he would need stronger IV pain relief than a human regardless of his past medical history of drugs ) . He also needs to be on CIWA for the alcoholism and monitored for Ativan administration. Sorry my teachers told me I would find it hard to watch anything Medical anymore even fictional stories 😭😭😭

[@SabertoothedTiger69]

Can you imagine being a werewolf and trying to explain that regular pain meds don't work? 😭😭 Thank you for these tips If I ever write stuff like this, I'll keep them in mind

[@nevyanplamenov5409]

@@SabertoothedTiger69 As a werewolf, i confirm it's really frustrating

[@aimeeneely4971]

So true that we as nurses pick up on that. 😢😢

[@alistairogilvy7696]

Nowadays, you're lucky to get anything more than paracetamol if you tell a nurse you're in pain..

[@mollusc3125]

@@alistairogilvy7696 Try having nurses for parents. I swear, I could be bleeding from every orifice, and they’d tell me to get a cup of tea and sleep it off 😂

[@suzannec713]

Hospital story, list of rules, narrated by you AND its 1.5hrs long....you made my night!!❤

[@stephanietaylor142]

List of rules are my favorites!❤️

[@calebwright7014]

Yes he does just right to help you fall asleep peacefully 😂❤😊😅

[@lisamarie6251]

Mine too! I’m so excited. Thank you ❤

[@calebwright7014]

Yes thanks 🙏❤️✌️

[@yesterdayitrained]

Thank you Lighthouse!!!

[@desertblossom5097]

I absolutely loved this!!!! Just by hearing the latex gloves, the water being poured into the cup or the warm blanket being unfolded over Artie just added to the great story!! I drive at night and this was the best to drive home to tonight! Made my two hour drive just fly by. Keep up the great work. Love your voice!!!

[@VexedVergil]

Awesome story! It would be cool if the author comes back to this "hospital of the fey" idea, and maybe does more of a slice of life approach. As in I wanna hear about doctors treating vampires and sirens and any other cryptid :)

[@FAYGO_FIEND]

Same

[@katherinezimmerman6997]

This would make one hell of a horror movie, particularly if they also got into the question of whether the food was tainted on purpose. The story does a great job examining a lot of the ethical questions that arise during a pandemic.

[@Dragonstuff1]

This NEEDS to be turned into a movie! Great story and delivery!

[@terry_choi]

As glad as I am that MC lived, I'm also sad that the head doctor died. Yet another great job again as always, LH! 🥰

[@CosmicErrata]

She might have been a hard ass but she's principled AF, I respect that.

[@terry_choi]

@@CosmicErrata Exactly. She was doing it to keep the infection from spreading outside Ward 5. 🥺

[@Sig509]

@@terry_choi but in the case of the doctor she was wrong. It is very little known about these bugs. Sure, an operation to remove it could have been risky, and with a small chance of success, but why not to amputate? Quickly. You are at a hospital, with equipment and trained staff. At least he would be given a chance, and they might get to known something about the bugs, wheter immediate amputaion is viable. Not having a leg is better than a certain death.

[@nevyanplamenov5409]

@@Sig509 By the time they set up the necessary equipment for amputation, the worm would be already in his guts. If they do it immediately, they poor bastard would just suffer excruciating pain before he bleeds out

[@adamwoodman7882]

This is eerily reminiscent of ED and ICU during the first 6 or so months of Covid. Too many patients, too little supplies and a lot of death.

[@tashacooper1753]

Part of it we didn’t know the incubators would make them worse

[@GoldenXBoots]

Poor Artie! You can hear the desparation. Such a great narration job. The different voices and inflections really send it home.

[@futaba-tian]

I've always been terrified of parasites and such. Saying this, I also find this story absolutely amazing despite how uncomfortable it made me feel at times. So well written! So heartbreaking! So emotional at the right moments! The stellar narration by Lighthouse Horror brings this tale to an even higher level. I dare say this is one of the best stories on the channel and one of the best I've ever listened to - scratched that itch for good epidemic horror that I've been craving for recently. Thank you!

[@bettyblu8115]

I've listened to your truly gifted storytelling for a long while. And you've generously shared this gift with all of us who gratefully listen. This was genuinely brilliant Stephen, thank you. And Ryan, keep writing because you are the real thing. xx

[@patricialessard8651]

Incredible story. The strength of which is given a boost by your narration. It was a great idea bringing you in to the story as well because we can watch you as you put emotions into the mix. It really does make a big differnce! This story was way different and so dark at times that makes it seem as real as it can get! Loving these stories and I'm always waiting for the next one ! Thanks!💖

[@rtempest12]

Hi Fellow Listener.. I haven't ask him yet but do you think he's Standing up for Telling or sitting on like a stool or something..? ✌️❤

[@jdpowell6405]

One of the best stories on the channel. The character interaction was brilliant. No jump scares, no unexplained monsters, just a good slow burn of things getting worse and worse. As someone with a lot of history with the health field and hospitals, this is one definitely hit hard. Love it!

[@1ronw1ll78]

Man i really miss your nightly uploads. We need more of ya Stephen!! You are a narrator without equal!

[@darkhosis]

Takes longer since he upped the quality.

[@teresakirkland995]

I totally agree. But I wouldn’t want to sacrifice this quality to get the quantity sooner 😂. As much as we hate waiting it’s definitely worth waiting for !!

[@dopeassaamir5003]

Yes he's the best I'm immediately excited every time he post ... . Wish he post at least 3 times a week

[@johnbaran577]

Those were an amazing couple years when he was putting em out every night

[@hyperbunnygirl101]

I'd rather him have great quality and not burn himself out ❤

[@richardstampley4056]

When my crew wants to know why their Supervisor is falling asleep on his feet tomorrow, I'm going to tell them it's that damn Lighthouse horror KZbin channel's fault! He narrated a story that was so damn good, I opted to do the irresponsible thing and stay up way past my bedtime listening!

[@GotFaith]

THIS STORY WAS MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE THUS FAR FROM YOUR COLLECTION HONEY!!! YOU DID AN AMAZING JOB NARRATING IT!! WITH EVERY STORY TOLD YOU JUST KEEP GETTING BETTER EVERY TIME. THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR "GIFT OF GAB" WITH US ITS TRULY A TREAT. ❤

[@classicnosh]

What I find truly captivating about the art in this series is its deliberate lack of fixed descriptions, allowing our imaginations to roam freely without tying us to any specific individual or even a living creature. It's akin to a dream, reminiscent of the works of Poe or Lovecraft. Exceptional job!

[@amandaredd3057]

Yes! I'm so glad this isn't the hospital rules story I've already heard! That's a great one too but I'm thrilled for a new one ❤

[@lynnetrathen4587]

Do you remember what it’s called 😊 would love to hear it Thanks

[@reginadasilva2723]

Awsome story!!! Your voice is so soothing and nice. The stories are amazing thank you.

[@christinebadagliacco8972]

Wow, this was one of my favorites that you’ve narrated. Great story., I was totally engrossed in this. I started to set my iPad down to just listen to you then I realized you were actually showing videos. Always enjoyed these kind of stories., hope there are more like this. A good story and storyteller helps me to actually visualize all the details of the story. Thanks to the author and to a great narrator, good combo.

[@howlrabbit5648]

I would love to hear more stories from this character. Such a great story

[@HomeandHearthHomestead]

I think I managed to blink all of three times during this story. My GOD what a ride! I was so completely sucked into this story, I was at the 50 minute mark when I realized my mouth had been hanging open the entire time. Incredible. Just Incredible. Thank you so much for this story.❤

[@jeanetteorosco8936]

This story is phenomenal! Exquisitely written with an exquisite narration as always! You truly are one of the very best hosts, Sir Lighthouse!! This story NEEDS to be made into a movie! 🤘🏽🖤🤘🏽

[@insanenero2922]

This one really gripped me. Im usually playing a vid in the background while playing a game, but i had to stop and just listen. These are one of those masterfully written works that just demand your full attention. And it doesn't follow the usual cliches. Mc isnt a powerhouse, no sequel baiting, and the ending is one of the most bitter ive heard in a while with only the thinnest hair silver lining.

[@froginprogress8510]

Much more emotional than I'm used to in these kinds of stories. This one was uncomfortably relatable. Just, how something like this could happen, ignoring the cryptid element. Thinking of Ebola. Watching my son splashing and playing in the pool, weird shadows filtering through the trees and warping on the surface of the water. So many vectors for chaos...

[@cecilbal08]

I love the articulation and the way he acts out the story putting himself there!!! Great job!!

[@julyekath4396]

The best story I´ve heard so far in the channel! The extraordinary narrative makes the special spice!! Congratulations!!

[@stephaniejohns6153]

@lighthouse.. You are my absolute favorite. I can't not get a good night's sleep unless I listen to you. The way you narrate the different voice and bring life to the characters. It's as if your voice turns the story into a series that plays in my head. I enjoy the visual that your voice gives to my ears. Love 💕 you @lighthouse

[@clarkstone-bear7742]

Now that was a story!!! Great job, the way its told the different voices. The way you can feel like your there living the hell with them. Great job!

[@TheStarToast]

Woo! So excited! Can't wait to listen to a whole hour of your awesome voice! Also, I love the prison series, so I can't wait to hear this spinoff!

[@Raijunz]

Excellent story and narration. Emotional. Kinda sad the head doctor died, she did so well. But peoples arrogance and inability to grasp situations got her.

[@tiffanyh.5788]

It's always the idiot

[@dheros4011]

It's been a while since I've seen one of your videos. This is the first one I've seen where you show your face, it adds a surprising amount to the immersive quality of the stories. Being able to see your expressions and body language in addition to your already incredible narration makes the emotions you're mimicking seems so real and it's really cool. You make the stories feel so real and I love it.

[@Bankairanger89]

I think the thing I love the most about your stories is the fact that you don't just read them.. you put yourself in the stories

[@Lord_Azrekahl]

I hope the author writes a story about the investigation at the bar. I want to know how the eggs got into the food.

[@WakkasLove]

*Standing ovation* Bravo!!!! Amazing storytelling!!

[@melissaharrison293]

I like how you've changed everything up. It's so relaxing falling asleep to your voice.

[@laurahenriksen19]

So heartfelt, so sad, gut wrenching. Amazing story x

[@Magnolia71]

i want to learn more abt artie. please he seems like such an interestig character, it'd be an amazing series of the special care zone of a hospital

[@Magnolia71]

i still stand by this, this is like my 3rd time watching this

[@NO_333]

I was expecting Dr. Meehan to show her true face and run outside the site immediately. Respect her for going through with the tough decision. RIP. Beautiful story.

[@Saffi____]

Holy crap the end actually had me start tearing up a bit. This guy shouldnt be this good at narrating stories.

[@yeswecanusa2008]

A well written, well enacted story. As someone with a medical condition that causes intense abdominal pain this hit hard.

[@susanlamb4032]

This is a powerful story. Thanks for doing it justice.

[@daniell1483]

This was fantastic. Honestly, the supernatural element could be forgotten entirely here, and the story would still be one of horror. To my knowledge, there is only a single pathogen with 100% mortality, rabies, and at least there are some protocols that can be used to save lives, precious few though they may be. This story invokes the fear of a weapons-grade biological outbreak. The icing on top is that you can, if you read between the lines, get the idea that this was an intentional attack. Now I can only wonder about the motive behind this outbreak; was this some hunter of the supernatural? A would-be vampire hunter or werewolf hunter? Do they have any idea how much pain and suffering they unleashed? I think it is the best stories that make you ask these kinds of questions, so this is definitely a winner for me.

[@KimberlyPinkney]

Great writing and wonderful read. I love your heartfelt every man voice. It really sucks me into whatever tale is narrated, each and every time!

[@patwawryk7717]

The author of this story, how it was written and portrayed by LHH was awesome! Scary in the way that minus the supernatural this could theoretically happen and it really makes you think, what if? These are the scariest stories to me. Well done LHH and Author Ryan Peacock, fabulous work!

[@RainbowWrangler]

I get taking them out because you can't save them... but why did the mow/mau go to the incinerator AWAKE!?! thats some next level of horror. Eaten alive or burnt alive... wtf....

[@RainbowWrangler]

Awesome naration as always tho ^.^

[@gracedocherty9314]

You helped me frow some off the darkest days of my life I've been clean off drugs for over 2 years now and you're stories have helped me so much i know i could not have done it without them thank you

[@bcarr2595]

Looks like I'm turning the TV off early! I love your voice & the longer Lighthouse stories! Keep 'em coming!

[@dorianweber3343]

WOW!!! What an outstanding yarn. Get more from this author. PLEASE!!!

[@lunamableofmythfiction1042]

I love your narrations and I love list stories so I was so excited to see you uploaded this! 😆

[@lynnetrathen4587]

Rules are my fav 😊

[@michaelwight9163]

I didn’t come into this story expecting the weight of it all. What a haunting story. Great job narrating it.

[@anniereddj]

What an amazing, intense, sad, well written story. This author truly captured so much about the human condition even though this had supernatural elements the hmanity factor was there throughout. It showed how true horror is so much more than jump scares and scary monsters. True horror can be fear and what that fear does to us and, in some cases, the monsters that it creates of us. It must be so horrible to have to make difficult decisions that are nonetheless necessary. I hope we hear much more from this author because they really did a fantastic job. The narration was phenomenal and really put such fine touches on this story. As usual this narration brought the story to a whole new level. Thank you and the author very very much!!

[@RogueDemonEdits]

This isn't horror this is depression I love this story

[@beckylewis70]

@LighthouseHorror, this was a terrific one. I was rooting for poor Arty the whole time. Thank you for this. Still my favorite narrator by far. ❤❤❤

[@suitov]

The grinding, dehumanising despair of this one. Humans damning themselves to save countless lives. The burden of the survivors. Such well-crafted horror.

[@jackiel0st]

I love long stories, thank you for making another one of these. Great channel🐌

[@MikaReadsTarot]

I've been blessed/cursed with a writer's imagination. Add that to your amazing narrational skills and you've got a recipe for terror! I could picture this story in my head in vivid detail with moments of shocking technicolor. This could easily be made into a movie. 😂

[@auchaplainfci8336]

It's a great story with terrific narration! Thank you for bringing this story and the characters to life. You did an AWESOME job!

[@maximillian1109]

Spoiler warning, I guess! This may sound harsh, but if these patients have literally no chanse of survival no matter what is done to them and the hospital only serve as a waitingroom for death at the moment, would it not be safer and more ethical to euthanize the victims and not force them to die in such a painful and scary way? I mean, they literally are borderline shoving living patients into the cremation ovens, surley it is more moral to make sure they are dead first?

[@ZombieSazza]

Honestly that’s what I thought, an OD of morphine where they won’t feel any pain, and will enter a bliss like state just before the end? Would certainly be a LOT more humane than shoving them into the cooker!

[@Cloud_Scape]

You’re so right but to be fair some of the medical details aren’t entirely accurate anyways (med student here trying not to fixate on the blood in vomit misinfo among other things🥲) I think their choice in not writing that is purely for plot, still a good story though!!

[@rtempest12]

They are Not Human's.!! Blood in Öur Vomit Will Be Different Than Blood in Their's.. ✌️❤️... From 🇨🇦

[@serhumano3692]

​@@Cloud_Scapewell, considering that a good chunk of patients, like the first one, aren't humans, it makes a bit of sense that their bodies work differently.

[@aliceh5289]

​@@ZombieSazza They ran out of morphine within the first few days though

[@kennyfresquez7019]

This is one of the best stories I've heard in awhile. When I'm up with insomnia, these stories typically help me fall asleep, but this one was too engaging. Love it!

[@41Fit]

This is one of my top 5 of your narrated stories. Thank you, thank you.

[@AmberS-V]

Absolutely LOVE your narrations Stephen!! 💜 The extra sound effects add to the richness that your voice already gives to the stories :) Thank you for all your effort in bringing these amazing stories to life!

[@PontificusPinion]

90 minutes of Lighthouse goodness? What a blessing

[@gothdogs6300]

I've always loved stories. My dad used to read allsorts of myth, scary & science stories to me & my brothers as kids. I've never forgotten them. We were enthralled by them. As i was by you with this gripping story. It was just so perfect. The story, narration, music, everything. This is a story to go back to. Again & again. Thankyou for bringing back my wonderful childhood memories ❤😊

[@dereks_island]

Just when I think, "surely he's got to run out of amazing stories " only to be gifted the beauty which is the 1 hour long plus story

[@MatchieMun]

The behavior of the parasitic worms reminds me of the cult classic horror film Slither. As a horror junkie, I loved it.

[@mowserbedowser5436]

He gave ibuprofen to a guy with a possible stomach bleed?

[@coconutcream743]

One way to make them die faster

[@coconutcream743]

@@NotGettingWhatIPaidForKZbin I was trying to relax in bed after a long day, and he made me so worked up like I wanted to slap him

[@jonalynreynolds8122]

That’s what got your attention?

[@stephenstevens6573]

Dont know how i missed this one. What a well written story! And as always, you did a masterful job of telling this story. Thank you, Stephen, for all you do. You really do make a difference in a lot of peoples lives. Youll never know..thank you again.

[@captainsquid790]

I wanna know how the worms got in the bar food! Such a great story and wonderful narration!

[@CreativeUsernameHere-r1k]

Wait a second, I recognise this story's setup oh wow, same as the I work in a prison for monsters... great stuff.

[@ryanpeacock9004]

Same author too

[@zoieangel1234]

OMG Stephen.. what a gut wrenching and kinda gross story. You are amazing. I could really feel the characters emotions. I can’t express how much I love the new format. Thanks again.

[@starbrand3726]

One of the best stories on this channel. Loved it. I can see this as a movie.

[@kentworch]

Love you Stephen, and thank you for the awesome pasta. I'm beginning it now. If I don't finish it tonight I'll restart it in the morning. Thank you so much for your top notch work.🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@Madocvalanor]

Arty begging for it to stop reminded me of when I was in the hospital... begging for my own issues to stop... dying slowly...

[@inconsistentlysleepy]

One question of mine, why were they dragging the one guy away the moment he got infected, but Artie, the first case, wasn't cremated

[@Anotherandomwheelguy-nm3dp]

Maybe they weren’t sure Artie was infected but that first guy and 2 other people had confirmation that the guy had a worm in his leg

[@benisaten]

This was fantastic. Thank you. Love these style of stories. Your work and time is much appreciated.

[@bluefreya3565]

Already loved your story telling but since you starting appearing on the stories made something perfect even better. Please keep working your Magic and we will keep coming back not only to listen but to see you! ❤👀🧚‍♂️🧜‍♀️

[@Yetigaming420]

I’m just happy that arty lived through it all. I really wanted him to live for some reason

[@chipdipleraka7343]

This story was so good. Could have completely done without being a hospital for monsters and “rules” story since they ultimately had not effect on the story, but still excellent. Actually the human morality element was its best face.

[@mctank1368]

I absolutely hate parasites! That is probably the main reason I hate vampires. This story has an extra revulsion factor because of that. Well done on the narration as always!

[@debacofzomb9889]

Yes, you and those like you do help people who might not get the same elsewhere. Thank you Lighthouse for helping me to see the path.

[@cwarby5417]

Finally, another "list of rules" story, ive been waiting awhile

[@SpikeJonesTheCr0oked]

😂😂

[@nickrossol9801]

Dont understand why they’re so popular all of the sudden they’re nothing special imo lol

[@dez81208]

@@nickrossol9801I just like rules stories a lot more than 90% of other stories, mainly because of how absolutely stupid most others are.

[@Piledriver2006]

This one seems to be another story from the worm/thread series

[@eugenehatin.420]

@@Piledriver2006what’s the series called

[@jshade1238]

I love hearing this guy red the story’s--he perfectly portrays the pain, anxiety and anguish-it triggers my mind to believe theses stories actually happened--

[@princessofhardrock3934]

Can’t wait for this!! Thanks for another great one, Lighthouse!!!

[@megsblue]

I really love how well written these stories are!