My Family Has ONE RULE. Always Knock Before You Enter Every Room.

[@GuardianMomoku]

So many bad situations in these stories can be easily avoided by just being honest with your damn kids instead of assuming “because I say so” will magically make kids *less* likely to ignore odd requests, especially as they grow up.

[@plantenthusiast3052]

I don't care much for the story, but it literally said talking about them has a chance of letting them in. The story explained why she didn't want to explain.

[@JohnDoe-pc1qf]

@@plantenthusiast3052 Doors can be locked. Or: Just go outside, far away from any door. They can't hear you talk about them then.

[@plantenthusiast3052]

@John Doe The author gave an explanation and a payoff. To go into detail about every little loophole would just bog down the story and turn into a huge exposition dump. Why would these people try to gain the system when the risk is high that whatever loophole they "found" doesn't even work. All they'd be doing is getting themselves in danger.

[@JohnDoe-pc1qf]

@@plantenthusiast3052 Maybe, but the ones I mentioned aren't part of "every little loophole". Glass doors, automatic doors and similar stuff is one thing but locking and staying far away from doors is like the first thing that comes to mind. The author doesn't even need to go into detail for this. A simple "We tried, did't work." would be enough.

[@plantenthusiast3052]

@John Doe I thought it was implied that "a lot of things were tried but didn't work" by simply indicating the amount of time that this has been going on. Hell, going to the different dimension was tried before as well. Also, it would be an insult to the audience's intelligence, and the premise as a whole, if a locked door was all it took to stop these things, so I figured that was implied as well.

[@gsqaud4128]

You should set one of these up exactly as this but they never break the rule like you bait everyone into thinking they will only the story ends with them finally breaking the rule and nothing bad happens that would be funny I think

[@juancortes5274]

@SilkandStones lol yo that would be funny 🤣

[@cvernon5256]

I think that would work well if the thing following the rules was the creature that is the focal point of the story

[@beccab304]

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[@beccab304]

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[@morgangonnelly5683]

Oh yes.. it would be absolutely hilarious.🙄

[@CoriMultipass]

If you have a curse in your bloodline, why wouldn't you just adopt instead? Problem solved. Also, does this also apply to cupboard doors? What about large drawers? Windows? Rotating doors? Automatic doors? Curtain-doors? Not enough was answered in this story!! It would be great as a longer one. (Still, I love interdimensional stories, soo much and it's always nice to see that Lighthouse has a new vid up.)

[@rafaelsantosx]

Gotta be fast knocking on elevators doors before they open.

[@theegg7520]

This story went on a little too long for its own good. It went from mysterious and suspenseful then turned into a teen fiction book series.

[@solkalibri1376]

Whatever you guys do not mention their name.

[@er4110]

See that would require logical thought. Lol. Also why not have this conversation of "the curse" in the middle of a field so they couldn't react.

[@GalinaEv]

@The Egg yeah his wife and daughter got lost on the way))

[@greenbrickbox3392]

My parents had a similar rule, but for their bedroom

[@saragog]

Good rule I think! 🙃

[@lisamariehennessey4532]

And we all know why 🤭🤭

[@The.throngler]

👀

[@jameslambert5198]

Our household has a knock before entering rule just for privacy. We're all adults. Mum, stepdad alongside myself (25), and two brothers (23 and 19). It avoids the argument of having locks on doors and allows for a safer and more private household.

[@MarcusConstantine_Cavalida21]

Umm... of course you knock on bedroom doors. Only animals don't do that.

[@sugakookie7985]

There's always that one "genius" who is going to break the curse but only ends up getting someone who is trying to help them killed or worse

[@saragog]

Why did she have to prove it by not knocking? She could of just told him. My nan believed in knocking not to this extent but we had to knock each door when we got home after leaving the house. It just made me scared that people could be behind the doors. It was more about the people that used to live there and my nan believed they lived there still. (Ghosts/spirit's) she never wanted to explain that to me until I was old enough not to be scared. Miss you Nan. ❤️ Thankyou for the great story by the way.

[@greenbrickbox3392]

Yeah was it that hard not to say "you'll be taken" or an explanation in greater detail. If he keeps having kids its kind of silly to think that after mom is dead the grandkids would care to follow such an invasive rule which no one knows why it exists.

[@saragog]

@@greenbrickbox3392 exactly! Eventually the whole family will die off because of it. Still enjoyed the story though.

[@learninghowto101]

Its hard to talk about them without proof. And as mentioned in the story. Just talking about them makes them powerful enough to open the door themselves. Do you think 1 min is enough to explain it to a kid, teen and adult?

[@saragog]

@@learninghowto101 of course not, I am not 'hating' the story whatsoever! I enjoyed if very much and this is one of my favourite narrators. Yes I get the fact that talking about them makes them remembered. He was an adult by the time his mom opened the door and he was open to taking about the knocking and why it had to be done that's all... Plus his mom died and my response was partially an emotional one.

[@greenbrickbox3392]

@@learninghowto101 Yeah it's very tough since talking too much will let them open the door but the only people who actually kept following the rule did so because they saw someone else get pulled in. Might want to just tell your kids to adopt at that point and bypass the bloodline since this "curse" will just keep getting people in your bloodline the longer it goes on.

[@Lemonfluff]

Perfect example of why it's best to keep distant relatives as such (distant as in not having contacted them in a long time).... usually they only come knocking when they need something and usually it ends up with you being smucked in one way or another 😆

[@augustuslunasol10thapostle]

“Don’t question me….” Whatever happens to the mother deserved you explain or you reap the consequences

[@augustuslunasol10thapostle]

@@SJÆSATR in the setting of the real world no its not infact in any setting its not extreme not explaining something rightfully dangerous will have consequences and it will be deserved

[@LizLuvsCupcakes]

I get wanting to keep your kids protected from the truth, but in this case you have to actually protect them from death by preparing them. This is why "because I said" isn’t a passing answer anymore.

[@casem8723]

The way you narrate is so dynamic, and makes it easy to get invested in these stories when you're reading them! Not many out their with your talent, I'm so glad I found your channel.

[@BlueDart1971]

You really are one of my favorite narrators out there. You definitely have a talent for it.

[@lindseybethea6979]

Steven needs to be reminded of this constantly. Not because he said so, but because it's true and encouraging.

[@christopherricciardi5662]

That is for sure I listen to every story he does. The one other guy makes me fall asleep 😴

[@SMega]

Agreed for all the obvious reasons but also because he's so much clearer than other narrators. I can listen to him on my speakers while doing stuff and not miss a thing

[@Crazy_Schizo]

Mr Creeps is better

[@BlueDart1971]

@@Crazy_Schizo to each their own.

[@tehwicked1]

Lighthouse, love to hear from you. Hope all is well. Happy holidays, my friend. Best narrator on KZbin, hands down. Be well and take care.

[@cezzy_1496]

Praised be

[@rosemarietay6488]

Loved the story💕 it actually struck a chord with me cause traditionally kids were taught to respect the spirits in my culture. To avoid any problems we should ask for permission before entering an uninhabited house or relieving oneself in the forest 🌳 unfortunately these teachings are going the way of the Forgotten 😞

[@jessiepinkman5054]

I'll carry out this tradition for u. Would love to hear more

[@solkalibri1376]

Stop mentioning their name! They're supposed to be unmentionable.

[@Texan_Patriot]

That's because Leftism is destroying traditions and traditional values. Destroying the family unit and traditions is key to destroying America under the Communist agenda....

[@meg2249]

You honestly think written words on the internet is the equivalent of spoken words? Just curious as to why?

[@Ctar99n]

Why not move somewhere warm and take off every single door in the house? maybe put up a fence with a chain lock as the outer door or has a handle cause thats not a door and youre able to see outside xD

[@cara9648]

I'm too rebellious to not question a rule like this. 😆 I would definitely think nothing would happen if I didn't knock, and then not knock...😅

[@vincentshadetree]

I didn't want this one to end! Dirwin did irritate me at times, but I loved all the characters and this was definitely creepy and fresh! 😎 And my man Lighthouse! Production and effects were amazing, voices wide range. You're the best brother!

[@LighthouseHorror]

thanks Vincent

[@niki4013]

Really love this story! It's awesome what the author did with the family first names.

[@rambutan3655]

I love your story telling. While working, while eating, while traveling. It helps me exercise my imagination. Great stories as always. Hope you have another long stories like the cinema and tartarus mall. Thank you again.

[@TENZEN._.]

Makes sense. If there doing the horizontal tango 😅. I would knock. Stephen, how’s it going? My friend, thank you for the video & how AMAZINGLY you narrate! 🔥🎄👊😄🎄🔥

[@darkiss4428]

The moths"why oh why did you come here" is so haunting i LOVELOVELOVELOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Dark_Angel..]

Thank you!!! I've been waiting for a new on from you! Hope all is well. Happy holidays!

[@Ozymandias2x]

"I'm going to literally trigger the curse and die in front of you rather than just tell you what's going on." One of the worst "scary story" characters I've ever seen.

[@NomadicPariah]

One of the best stories I have ever heard. So much emotion in the narration. Its one of my new favourites.

[@bobbym4811]

Lighthouse Horror, I told ya man... You just have a natural talent. I knew when I first started listening to you that you were the best because the story just plays in my head like a movie without even trying. Thank you! Happy Holidays

[@AndreUchoaUSA]

Couldn't the mother simply explain? No, had to sacrifice herself! So dum!

[@AB45469]

They would come out if she did

[@sAgA1012-c7f]

Clearly your dum ass didn’t listen to the story, if she spoke about it they would of came out and knocking would no longer stop them

[@djjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjj]

​@@AB45469they clearly get a bit of time to talk about them before they do

[@avg_audience8370]

Doorwin, Dooris, Doorothy, Doorinda, we knock because you guys are named after doors

[@Yo_Vonny]

Finally I came to the comments to see if anyone caught this and you're the only one I've come across

[@morgangonnelly5683]

That was a good one. I love the ones that aren’t crazy complicated. I can listen while doing other things and still follow the story

[@susannamuga3863]

How i wish "Lighthouse horror" had it's own series like it is with "love death robots" or "black mirror". Each episode would be a stand alone story. Am already hooked on the audio, i imagine a series to binge watch ☺

[@jaredrobinson7071]

A. FOR SURE A!!!!!!!! Listen to me kids at home, if you do not knock on every door that is closed, but especially your parents door, You WILL see something you CANNOT UNSEE. Heed my words well. But in all seriousness, doors are closed for a reason. Some less benign then others apparently.

[@milkshakedraws6944]

Looking forward to listening to this one later tonight. I notice this channel attempts to solely cover good stories, and it’s very rare to see a feature that can’t be considered as such. I’m hoping that Penpals or Borrasca show up in the Lighthouse catalogue at one point, my favorite narrator covering my favorite nosleep tales would be quite the treat.

[@pattyc.4978]

This sounds like the perfect Warlock Patron idea. Where you MUST follow certain rules, or you will be forced to fight for your life, and potentially lose everything that makes you who you are.

[@thomasgutierrez3948]

What a amazing! Well written story and narration.

[@anklemania]

What a great Monday, like the whole day was...is great. This will round out the awesomeness.

[@earndoggy]

Not humanly possible. The elderly, the young and the sick would not remember every time. Neither would anyone else. That family would have been wiped out in the first few days.

[@TheStuart-of-Cosby]

Absolutely awesome my friend I'm about 10 in. I'll hear it to the end you do good work. Thanks again as always looking forward to the next

[@certified_geek7536]

Man this channel is growing so quickly. I remember when it was at like 60k

[@joeyl669]

What i don't get about these familial curse things is why these people keep having kids. If they have a curse that trickles down to their descendants, end the bloodline, and no more curse.

[@WhereThouDwells]

Very good story. Happy the author gave a reason why the people who know about the monsters don’t/can’t explain.

[@MontycelA]

Why don’t they just leave all their doors open? Or even just not use doors period? Maybe replace them with curtains or beads? Have a wall in front of the gap to preserve heat?

[@harleyjamesorchard2090]

So I'm just gonna sh*t with the door open and have the house stinking?

[@russiannpcbot6408]

I taught my kid's the same rule. One of my kid's didn't knock once, and he saw a lot more than he ever expected to. I explained to him I created that rule because I once didn't knock as a child as well. I told him it took me a long time to look his grandparents in the eyes afterwards. Always knock or something terrible will happen.

[@katrinapilgrim6647]

I'm curious. What happened?

[@russiannpcbot6408]

@@katrinapilgrim6647 He saw things no child should ever see because we forgot to lock the door.

[@sirzas4247]

​@@russiannpcbot6408 oh damn 🗿

[@ruinvixi]

The pause and creak while ward was talking about the forgotten sent shivers down my spine

[@henrysutulovich6608]

This sounds like a story parents tell their Children after having them walk in the room during the process of making more children.

[@shadowstarnine]

Now this is what I call a great creepypasta. Amazing narration and sound affects I actually got scared hearing that door crack open lol😅

[@susanbutler2542]

Yay my favorite narrator thank you for all your hard work merry Christmas God bless all

[@amartyrsconfession1611]

This story is awesome! I love your narration. You’re definitely my top three favorite creepy pasta narrator.

[@theninjacalledbasilisk7770]

Such a compelling story 🥺 It is very intriguing! Thank you for this story, Lighthouse!!

[@Vix2066]

I wish a very happy Christmas and a good luck filled new year to everyone who reads this, especially Lighthouse horror idk how I would have made it through this year without you my dude. Insomnia is real and this year has been terrible for us all. We deserve some good fortune. May 2023 be our year fr🙏🤞💜

[@MTheManiac0.3]

Yes yes yes! You know it's a good day when lighthouse horror posts!! ❤️❤️

[@kimberlygreen6448]

Thank you have a blessed day. Happy holidays:-)😶‍🌫️

[@aaronweaver9751]

What if a crazy member of the family decides to do something so the Forgotten can roam free. What would happen? Everyone would have to knock to survive. Reminds me a bit of Planescape, where any enclosed area with the right key could be a entrance to another dimension. Kudos to the narrator and author!

[@tutorial5914]

Thanks I was trying to find a new vid to listen to while a finish up work

[@TimelessEssence13]

Wow. I mean, just wow. What a fantastic story. Thank you very much for the narration of another fabulous story!

[@Klassicgandmore]

Knock knock Who's there Boogie Boogie who Boogie man

[@janedoex1398]

YESSSS! Thank's Stephen ! Just what I needed ! Sick atm - *a* Corona Virus - like all cough - snotty nose - - sore throat adventures, but not *the* one. BUT : Starting one day before my birthday (19th / 12. ) and it maybe staying over Christmas . 🤧😪 So I will bring them a tree, stay outside even if I get sicker, but I'll rather be alone on my birthday, Christmas and New Year than get them sick too ....

[@sherirandall5236]

Thank You!!! 🤗

[@christinebadagliacco8972]

Another good one, I actually got the chills. You are my favorite narrator and the way you tell them always draws me in and I feel like I’m part of the story. Scary, thanks.

[@nicbro3831]

I too, have anxiety and ocd because of my mother.

[@v_doll]

The concept itself is really interesting, but the choices the author made are... certainly choices. Why in the world would their mother let herself be taken, which would mean a fate possibly worse than death for her, leave her children without a mother AND traumatize her granddaughter? It would literally only take talking about the forgotten until they start banging on the doors and her son would have no choice to believe her. Same with the uncle, different versions of the "there's no way we'd all fit!" is used all the time by writers who don't have a better idea but want a character dead.

[@verawalters6673]

Wow. This story makes you think. Alternate world's could exist. Makes sense to knock. Be careful going into those world's you might end up at as a Puppet at The Half Priced Voodoo Shop or Barnabes. At the side tunnel or kicked off the end of a boat. Always a perfect narration everytime. Thankyou and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@carliyahjohnson4978]

Im sorry lmao but "im willing to take that chance" hello there are two ppl in this conversation, what about my life😂😂

[@mrsp8635]

Incredible as always!!!!

[@jeffdishong4853]

Great!! Interesting story! You always do a fantastic job of narrating different characters.

[@infinityalbi9840]

Y'know, if only they had the conversation about the Forgotten Ones OUTSIDE!

[@Bluesit32]

...just don't have doors outside of the front door. Maybe the back if you have one. Everything else, use curtains.

[@WindyBurns]

♥️👋 I love it when you post! Thank you!

[@suitov]

I take this as a nice fable about how secrets and guilt tripping and refusing to tell your children the truth can destroy a family.

[@markgaleno4641]

Knocking before entering, that's simply called "manners". ☺️

[@VerbenaRP]

See if I had this in my family I would just convince all my relatives to not have blood related children so future people don't suffer with this

[@claredyj2015]

What a corker!! Absolutely amazing, loved the soundtrack which was perfect. And of course the superb narration as always 🎉

[@ItalianAngel21175]

Omg!!! This story is the first time I cried and cheered, and cried some more jeeeze louise, oh I was so full of emotions. My goodness! Thank you Lighthouses! That was a hell of a story! 💖💖

[@persephone9872]

This is why I got fixed, the family curse ends with me!

[@MoondropAvali]

Man the creepiest part is hearing my name with a story revolving something I genuinely fear.

[@Mrs.Self.Distruct]

I was taught to always knock as a kid for other reasons. Five year old me: _What were you doing to dad?_ Mom: _I..er..we..I was rubbing lotion on him_ Me: _Okay, can a have ice cream?_

[@christinagroves1655]

Great story loved listening to it while I cooked supper

[@cassieg.5742]

Loved the creepy story! Happy Holidays!🥰❤️👻

[@rubazaar891]

Heck, from now on I'm knocking on the doors, windows, hell, I'm even gonna knock on battery case doors, not to mention skillets, pots, and pans.

[@rubazaar891]

Shower curtains

[@michaeldurrant6987]

This need a part 2

[@annstubbs2256]

Lovely narration . Thank you from Liverpool UK

[@Spgzay]

What a lovely mother

[@ScullyPop]

Love me some Lighthouse!

[@katiegreen5450]

This is my favorite story hands down on KZbin right now. I don't care if anyone thinks I'm being overly enthusiastic. love it! 💖😂

[@tsoonklah]

thank You, Thank You, ThAnK YoU, THANK YOU for the cool story, really love your talent for narrating & really appreciate all your work and effort- hope you & everyone that helps with production have a great Christmas. 💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@kentworch]

Thank you Stephen for the awesome pasta. Really cool story, with a different kind of monsters. I definitely loved how it progressed and as always a top notch narration. Thank you for making my day.🖤🖤

[@erikamarie5535]

Great story. And wonderful job narrating! Hope you have a Merry Christmas LH

[@s.v8125]

A it's rude to enter without knocking.

[@irish_girl_9675]

This was a really great story and I really liked the light effects in the back ground! Have a wonderful Christmas 🎄 and a Happy New Years!

[@gracekealoha4525]

This made me think of my mom....out of respect, I was raised up to always knock on the doors before entering! But since my kids were raised by their dad and i, in which he never saw any reason to knock on doors because they had every right to enter! But i immediately changed that logic, and my kids did as i said, mostly out of fear! 😆 But my mom is no longer with us and Boy, I practiced and applied just about everything she has taught me in her memory! So this story brought a tear 😢 upon me when Derwin lost his mom, out of disrespect! I would have knocked on every door till i am 100yo bcuz i respected my mom whether she was insane or not....she always knew what was best for me!

[@Lemonfluff]

Yeah not a fan of Derwin...

[@mainlyglitches]

Walter White wouldn’t be taken if his bloodline was cursed. Because as he likes to say: “I am the one who knocks” - Walter White

[@Ckbtony1983]

I guess Sheldon had a point! LOL

[@SquirrelGamez]

I mean, I have that rule too. The only rooms with doors are the bedrooms, the bathroom, and the Computer room. It's just common courtesy. :P

[@keekorsomthin]

Such a goddamn soothing voice my man! I love listening to them E.A.S. stories. Would you mind posting a few more?

[@sharonkeever6685]

Yeah I'm so happy to hear from you

[@clorby22]

The music in the intro is giving me flashbacks to that one story about a guy being haunted by this young boy (because of a family curse) who he sees every second of every day even when he blinks, and is not- under any circumstance- allowed to acknowledge his presence. Just that one part where this music starts playing. I don’t normally get phased by these stories but something about that one was just so creepy to me.

[@janedoex1398]

I need ideas and opinions to make a Christmas tree - picture for my aunt who doesn't want a tree, not even some branches.... Any suggestions? I thought of ( a black background , all spray paint) sprayed on tree, red and golden "rows" around the " tree" , also golden edges on the frame and white " snow " on the ground, the tree and the "night's air" , maybe some 3d effects if I have time to dry it . Then stick the battery powered⁶ lights and some decorations⁶ on it like very small golden / red/ green/ silver balls, some self cut out decorations and an almodt non visible tiny black - white- golden sled with reindeers hidden in the night sky flying by.... And a flying star. All on a 50× 70 picture. Or maybe 50 x 40 ? And clip some real twigs to it on the edges - for the smell. Maybe a cinnamon stick and cloves as "the frame" .

[@kittymama6317]

That was sooooo weird. I loved it!

[@squidlipssupreme168]

Very cool story! Great narrator as always!

[@Silversnapdragon]

This was well written, but I need more rules! I haven't heard a good rules story in a while.

[@loisshaver]

Thank you! Happy holidays!❤

[@nbaa4life]

I liked this story. The one choice I didn’t like *spoiler* is that Derwin was about to leave his family behind, and stay in the realm,in order to off his mom. I don’t believe any rational parent would do that.

[@teresakirkland995]

Awesome way to end my shift!!! I look everyday for something new with your voice attached to it!!

[@scottmiller6270]

My Pareidolia was in full swing with that morphing blue mass.