A UFO crashed in this small town. Then people started going missing.

[@Darksomnium]

Hey everyone! how was your weekend? I tried something new with the visuals in this one, let me know what you think! Remember to like and share (if you want to) Checkout the podcast! open.spotify.com/show/2mh1jd7nq8BMzl2kjGGBCV

[@orion2079]

It's amazing, your content only gets better and better

[@MystearicaClaws]

Oooo. I like it. It's like subtitles. It only makes me slightly dizzy at 2x speed lol.

[@veggiechip]

HOLY SHIT?? The visuals add to the ambience and atmosphere so well. The production was already top tier, but this? This is even better. Thank you!!

[@cloudz4100]

Love the subtitles and the visuals the shaking adds so much to it, love all your stories your voice is so easy to fall asleep to #1 creapypasts to fall asleep and study to thank you so much for all the great content 👍😀😀

[@missmiagi2147]

You ooze greatness! I love the visuals ❤ seriously, you got skills 😘 keep on keepin on!

[@itisALWAYSR.A.]

It's so nice to see a creepypasta story read channel that isn't just a low effort AI TTS job for ad revenue, you can actually see some effort has been put into this.

[@stubones]

The AI voice channels should be forced to use real narration or shut down.

[@weebshit2391]

Wait are those a thing now ?

[@BigMuddz]

I’m not sure I’ve seen a single one of those on KZbin

[@itisALWAYSR.A.]

OK- considering how smooth and naturalistic AI voices can be , you likely have, but didnt picked up on the synthetic way it's read. There are some tells if you know to listen for. Keep an ear out for: 👉a tight, flat vocal range (ai doesn't understand text so won't stress in "natural" places). 👉Mispronounced words being read at the same speed and confidence as anything else (like it glossed a typo) 👉No attempt to differentiate speakers in dialogue (not stuff like impressions or voices, things like question vs response, mood differences and purpose- AI again doesn't understand any of this so it reads words as words.) 👉 Not conveying pacing (a human narrator at least understands setup, payoff, tense moments, exposition, urgency, release. AI is again homogeneous throughout). 👉 Other tells that a human had bare minimum involvement (listened to one the other day which literally read out a broken < tag verbatim).

[@itisALWAYSR.A.]

The thing is, Reddit is prime real estate for the story reading pipeline, and much of it can be automated: 1) Find a sub or post with ideal content 2) rip the text into a document 3) check it if you want (optional apparently) 4) pump it into a good quality TTS 5) Upload and enable ad revenue 6) Literally profit. So yeah. It's not even just the narration channels, we also see it on meme shorts (where there's a bunch of memes or unhinged tumblr posts read out). Same energy, similar process.

[@Gemini540]

The production value of these videos is simply incredible 👏🏻 constant improvement every time.

[@Darksomnium]

Wow, thank you!

[@STR-sd4rt]

I would love a compilation of stories that are whatever genre the story "A girl the universe forgot" is. I love those kinds of stories that don't have demons or aliens but pure mystery in a world we can relate to.

[@dirgewordsmithe]

☝🏾 This!!! This comment!

[@Sewibl]

That's probably in my Top 3 stories, it's simple but still amazing.

[@Zarbon000]

The best story and production combination ever on this channel! I’ve listened to it dozens of times. My other favorite is The World Isn’t Flat But It Isn’t Round Either.

[@robertbastrup8893]

I’ve heard this story from another creator a few months back, but you never cease to amaze with the production quality. It’s like a whole new story. Keep up the great work!

[@Darksomnium]

Wow, thank you!

[@codywallace6145]

Won't name any creators I don't like but if I can't hear the character's frustration, fear, emotion, it can't become real for me. This channel has the best narrating style.

[@Moldyfries1]

@@codywallace6145I agree , I prefer voice acting over a monotone narration, even voice inflections make a huge difference. Somnium is goice actor , composer, editor, even the text on some of his videos like this one is amazing. So much effort and it pays off, it really shows in the community.

[@TheMouthofBill]

I’m loving the added visual aspect of this video. Can’t wait to enjoy another story!

[@Darksomnium]

Yay, thank you!

[@rossjones1530]

Oh I _adore_ these visuals man! I usually only listen to your work, as I’m sure most people do, but having something interesting (and useful with the subtitles!) on screen just makes it clear you read care about putting out a quality product. An absolute S-Tier KZbinr. 💖

[@Darksomnium]

im so glad you like them!

[@nrg6245]

After all these years Dark Somnium is the most beautiful composer and narrator on KZbin. Even after the past 5 years of straight grinding. ❤

[@Darksomnium]

wow thank you so much!

[@blackneos940]

I am... All of me.

[@mjmaslin]

I can’t stress this enough MAN! u deserve a multi billion dollar production team. I love your story so intently it’s beautifully well done, w/ excellent score I’m so proud of you dawg🥺❤️🤙🏿

[@Darksomnium]

wow thank you so much :)

[@Abaddontepes666]

Ok wasn't expecting the TV to start bringing this story to life as always Ronnie and the other VA's you never cease to amaze I love all of you and thank you for getting me through life because you bring me an escape from the hardships in life

[@rocketphilosophy]

I'm listening to other creepypasta channels as well, but there's a reason why I always come back to yours. Keep up the amazing work and high five to everyone involved making your videos. Love your sh*t! ❤

[@DrJoyCon]

this story felt like a movie.. you are so great at what you do, I had over 8000 minutes of listening time on my Spotify wrapped for you. thank you for all the stories you put out! happy new year!!

[@cryptogarysei]

Jesus Dark, no CreepyPasta Channel will never be qualify to narrate a story like this except you. Love all your work man.

[@non-binomialtrump2614]

Nothings better than a good story on a long road trip, or crazy day at work. Love you dark! Always and forever ❤ (I’m proposing)

[@Darksomnium]

haha tyty :)

[@mattiefarmer4076]

I have listened to SO many or your narrations. They are incredible. I especially like the longer ones. The absolutely captivate my whole attention. My chill time consists of Dark somnium and all the other creepypasta narrators but the voice, the music, just everything makes him my fav one by far!

[@HobbitAim]

The new visuals are so cool, I like the idea:) maybe a little less camera shake for some people though, I could see it maybe making some people dizzy. Anyways just finished the story, another awesome narration ty somnium

[@DillyUrban]

I really like stories like these, it's hard to get Alien type stories that are actually good. Most end up being too cheesy or cliche, but every now and then we get one like this that is unique and fun to listen to. And as always great work from Som!

[@hotkoyoto]

New year. New production value coming from you? That's insane! Although i'm sure you know most of us probably listen to this in the background like a podcast. I do appreciate you upping the quality for the people who like to watch. One of the reasons why you're one of the top tier tubers! Keep up the great work man!

[@awolstew1036]

sooooo pumped to hear spirit voices in this 1... her voices is amazing

[@SpiritVoices]

Thank you so much!! It’s an honor to be recognized 🥰❤

[@awolstew1036]

@@SpiritVoices your amazing

[@wholechalk1517]

The voice acting for the mom was so good, its the perfect voice for that character

[@uncle._.reaper]

You always do such a wonderful job making these stories. You will forever be my favorite story channel! Keep up the good work♡

[@Hukkavei]

36:15 Not only were the military base contacting them with a wireless radio, but they shot at the alien ship with Missiles? In 1919?

[@ikewhite6832]

I absolutely love what you did with the script in the tv, sometimes i want to see the words and you made it aesthetically pleasing!

[@ligma6992]

quality only goes up with this channel, I also love how personal and tight-knit it feels

[@hazelpineda5493]

Awesome video! Would like to see more woods videos. Like the videos where you insert outdoor sounds (footsteps/rain/wind) those are your videos I always have on repeat.

[@stephenreynolds9534]

Aaaand he's back! Thanks again for another story (currently listening!) These always help me get through the work day 💪 And the TV with subs on it? Love it! I'll say what everyone else has been saying in the comments so far: great production value!

[@dirgewordsmithe]

Heard this awhile back on Mr. Creeps channel, this is definitely a memorable story! Never was sure why it included the three additional characters who were given neither name nor characterizations, but I guess the author has his reasons? 🤨 You guys did a phenomenal job here and really brought this to life!! Ronnie, man, you KILLED it in each role you played!! I know you always do, but your growth over the years is on full display, especially since you STARTED as a fantastic voice actor! Was that Romnex as the mother?!? 🤯🤯🤯 If not, props to the excellent actress who embodied the hungover dispair only a grieving mother can exude!! It was such a visceral performance!! TJ Lea has been a revelation and a welcome addition to this accomplished cast of exceptionally talented actors!! Dude, you are crushing it in every role you play!! Lucy is always such a soothing presence, even if it's the eerie dejection that makes the character particularly foreboding, and thrusts the entire scene into new levels of 'unsettling'!!! Absolutely AMAZING job from all!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@weekendjail1417]

FLESHGAIT STORIES! There just aren't enough of them out there (that I'm aware of) and it's legitimately such brilliant (and spooky) concept.

[@extremeencounter7458]

You’ve still got absolutely the best audio mixing and emotional play of all the creepy pasta-ers, nothing compares to your custom music and emotional choice of stories. That screen matrix is wicked too, good shit

[@footballfeverforever123]

Hello again ! Love your Channel and the amount of effort you put in each story of yours instead stellar . Gives me motivation every day to pursue this art!

[@Darksomnium]

Wow, thank you! you should give it a try!

[@Blinky_Dorf]

Thank you so much for the subtitles! I have trouble understanding speech sometimes, and being able to skip back and read them is so wonderful.

[@blueismylove3128]

Same! I'm hard of hearing and on top of that my auDHD means I have audio processing issues sometimes. The subtitles are amazing.

[@hollow2006]

My favourite genre is Small town cop stories. "I'm a cop and I keep getting called to the same house" was the first story I've heard from you and it's still one of my favourites.

[@dustinmeans8856]

I would love to hear more post apocalyptic stories, they seem to be few and far between. Love the channel.

[@indoloreveritas]

The disconnect between the quality of the audio production and the quality of the writing is amazing.

[@Darksomnium]

:O

[@jebwillsey1524]

SO STOKED!!!! New DS just made my day! I'm not fully caught up yet,but I'm getting there. Absolutely love the stories, narration and the community! Been passing the channel on to ABSOLUTELY everyone I talk to. The work day just got better

[@Darksomnium]

wow thank you so much! :)

[@xoxfantasmaxox]

The cadence, intonation, emotion, music, sounds and visuals of this channel is just stunning. The best reader of yt!

[@space3828]

i listened to this story a few months ago, but you have such a way with words and sound engineering is unmatched by anyone else doing narrations!!

[@CashmereChampion]

This man DS is a genius. Proud of you man, keep up the awesome work!

[@Hedron-Design]

Love the time aspect and the twist that was the entire issue. Presented in an out of the box way. Good stuff.

[@yduronerom6380]

Appreciate it sir Ron. Muchos gracias senior TDS. I'm digging the collaborating going on lately, it adds more flavor to the stories. I'm a fan of it at all levels of the story game y'all are a part of here. I'd love to see more of it everywhere, the ole "A rising tide lifts all boats" is a good way to go. I heard you on Lady Spookaria's channel too. Wtg brother!

[@werewooof]

obsessed w this video style! the aesthetic is very nostalgic and atmospheric, and i really love the speech-to-text :)

[@CasualGamer_12-c6z]

I loved listening to this story I don't know why but anything alien or space related is an absolute joy to listen to you narrate

[@ramen5806]

great narration as always! since you wanted some recommendations you do a lot of mind bending Scifi stories and that is my favorite genre but I'd love for you to do more paranormal or goosebumps type horror id love to be thrown into a world like that with your narration.

[@MrJanStewart]

Awesome job as always man! Very much enjoyed the clean and clear audio with your talents on the mic!

[@gsesquire3441]

Leaning chin on forearms on the lower window sill looking out the cracked pane as the gloom turns to total darkness. Rain falling, headphones on and listening to this story. Peak mood.

[@grinningwolfcarlson6717]

I love the read out! Ive had times where i didnt understand what you said during scenes with lots of sound effects , great addition!

[@SidBird]

i use your narrations as background audio- its the only thing that provides the inspiration i require for writing :) i started writing my own horror story a couple weeks ago because of your channel, i'm proud :0

[@Darksomnium]

oh wow thats awesome! have you posted them anywhere?

[@SidBird]

@@Darksomnium not yet :0 I'm writing in a book-like fashion, chapter based :) hopefully when I'm finished writing it I can post the whole thing in it's entirety. I've been writing poetry and about my personal experiences and such since I was a kid, & this is my first time dedicating myself to writing within my favourite genre...✨horror✨ (your comment reply made my week btw, I've been listening to your stories for 7 years, nearly everyday (some on repeat so much that I've memorized the words, beginning to end *my wife has been peeking at me, the thing in the basement, my dad finally told me what happened that day, flesh gate,there's something hidden beneath the waves in the north sea and large sections of the left right game* I've shown them to all my friends and past partners- they all love you just as much as I- and can't find any stories or narrator's that provide any sort of satisfaction or enjoyment, because your wonderful skills have conditioned us to expect perfection- love your stories! Ty for the reply, means the world!

[@samanthamorgan2188]

So good, I do love a good creepy story involving aliens. Really makes you think if passed alien encounters are really what they seem to be

[@penn_uaf]

Truly the best narrator out there and one of my favorite parts of the day, The Dark Somnium makes long boring drives and cleaning buildings entertaining

[@gomjabbar5785]

Amazing that a story with such a promising buildup could jump the shark as bad as this one did.

[@llyonzarevalo]

Thought the same thing about it - what a letdown

[@Zarbon000]

I like a lot of the story. But yea, it’s a cluster at the end. I felt like I should relisten to it, but that didn’t help either. It was just a weird let down ending.. what happened to the original people that disappeared then?

[@nintend0fr33k]

Just tuning in, but I already love this visual format! Excited to listen. ♥

[@anthonyvivoli6231]

Fantastic as always!! As far as a compilation, some of my favorites you've done are "This is what really happened in Andersonburg Pennsylvania", "The Destiny Machine", and "How to Survive in Hell".

[@Riley.cant.reid12]

I'm still amazed you don't have 1 million subscribers yet. You have and always will be the best narrator out here

[@shemiraplays9291]

I absolutely love these videos even tho i dont watch with my eyes. Keeps me busy as i can work with one earbud in. The stories and voices are so nice and the extra noises you add are the best

[@Darksomnium]

Glad you like them!

[@crimsondragon8583]

I listen to your videos every night. They never get boring or old. I think I’ve finally caught up and watched all your videos.

[@CannibalisticChihuahua]

You have a lot of road themed stories. You should do a compilation of those.

[@mars-gh7xj]

awesome ronnie always look forward to your uploads :) you try so hard making these and there's so many things that spectate you from others for me. thanks so much have a good day ronnie

[@MarzeyMoo]

Island isolation stories!! Also, although I listen to your narrations mostly without a screen on, I didn't get to fully experience it. However, it has refuelled me to come back to this later, as I often read transcripts alongside audio in other podcast forms. Great work, to everyone involved!!

[@lachabean1134]

I love your channel so much these story’s are so inspiring and makes me want to create my own!

[@Darksomnium]

You should!

[@TheChrisLeone]

I've been following you for years! My video preferences have evolved over time, but the Dark Somnium is the only channel that I have consistently watched/listened to over the last 7+ years. I used to subscribe to a lot of popular Creepypasta channels, but I've fallen off/occasionally unsubbed from all but one! Keep up the good work! I have always really enjoyed the way you use a lot of descriptive and well timed sound effects, as well as featuring other creators for entire multi-part stories. Please don't ever stop doing that stuff! Okay I'm done glazing you now, but I really mean all that! Your "atmospheric narrations", if you will, have gotten me through a lot of tough and sleepless nights. I still regularly recommend people to listen to your Ted the Caver narration, that was one of the most anxiety inducing and captivating stories I've ever heard! Stories that make me feel strong emotions tend to have the biggest impact

[@stephenstevens6573]

So different...was the hesitation in your voice a part of the compterization of the alien stone affecting your change? This one was so off the wall, it just felt more possible of what an alien invasion could be like! As always, your cast of characters just added to the whole feel of the story. Thank you, Ronnie, Rom, TJ and Lucy. So good to hear you all together again! Your little insomniac

[@jexotic1470]

"your little insomniac" I rolled my eyes so hard they fell out of my head. What an embarrassing thing to say.

[@stephenstevens6573]

@@jexotic1470 you're embarrassed? Why ever would that have anythingto do with me? I've been here a long time. Don't need your approval or your embarrassment. Hope the loss of your eyeballs doesn't make your life too hard. Sounds like it's already pretty hard. Good luck.

[@glitchyfox2189]

​@@stephenstevens6573 little insomniac is kinda cringe but you do you

[@stephenstevens6573]

@@glitchyfox2189 at my age(66) do you honestly think I care what someone else thinks is cringe?

[@UncleSanta_]

The music always creates a great atmosphere along side the amazing narration and sound effects.

[@soham_das.]

the fact that u dont have 2M + subs is baffling .. your content quality is top notch , we need more listeners .... happy new yr somn, love from india :)

[@abbywolf9701]

I like the visuals, they’re really well made! I just usually have your stories on while I’m doing other things, so I will enjoy them for a few minutes before getting back to work 😅

[@Darksomnium]

have an awesome day at work!

[@Quacktical]

Wonderful as always! A late happy new year and wishing you all the best, can’t wait to see what else you have planned for us!

[@Darksomnium]

Thank you so much!

[@corrupticecream]

this is one of the most well done videos you have posted, the new tv captioning look really adds to the atmosphere, but I really hope it isnt too much work to continue with this and your weekly postings🙏

[@ETArts-bv8fu]

The graphics look great!! Year after year your video quality goes up and up. Great work :)

[@Darksomnium]

Glad you like them!

[@jonaseriksson3782]

Incredible visuals! I find it a lot easier to become immersed in the story if I have something dynamic to look at. Usually I play the audio while watching a night drive video.

[@TheLogeDoge]

The world stops moving and everyone is at peace when The Dark Somnium uploads a new video 🤌

[@Darksomnium]

B)

[@Deqster]

Loved it, like that you're using new visuals again! Love the alien stories lately 👽🛸

[@austinscuttingedge9998]

I love stories about space, alternate realities, hell or heaven or the afterlife, things like that! Those are my favorites! You’re the man DS! Haha thanks!

[@landennn___]

currently at school, can’t wait to watch this later tonight. keep up the awesome work ❤

[@Darksomnium]

have a good day! :)

[@Infinite.Worldz]

That was a mind bender 😮 Thanks Som!

[@CaseyGray58]

This is absolutely goddamn horrifying. This is in top 10 for me. The hopelessness of being manipulated like a puppet for eternity. Just wow

[@ikshuvysca8739]

I am looooving this new visual! It is so much more engaging and I love that the words are in time with ur voice 😊 it's easier for me to follow the story

[@jackw941]

Hey man love your work, absolute top quality!

[@Darksomnium]

aw thank you so much!

[@TG-Lifts]

Love the visual and the story. Keep it up ❤

[@Auzranium]

Whoa! The Visuals are off the charts! I mainly listen to you here while I work and I see the growth and experience over the months, keep it up!

[@Darksomnium]

Much appreciated!

[@ryanlee4364]

Holy this vid was actually so clean.

[@Darksomnium]

B)

[@todvanced7842]

I’d like the nature stories first but I hope you do many compilations. I definitely always enjoy them. Thank you as usual for your amazing narration.

[@AskConner]

I hope one day I can find a story like the Mimic In My Basement one. Not quite sure what genre that would be, but I love stories that lean into the mystery aspect of the horror. Also, I love the new visuals!

[@kathrynewhitmore]

This upload made my day! Thank you for the listening material, as it will make the housework far more pleasant! I'm slowly dragging my husband into the fold. It began on Thanksgiving, and my mission will be completed when he selects a story himself for the first time!

[@Darksomnium]

have a great day! :)

[@jamespope2840]

Same but I got my wife hooked she also loves the stories.

[@ohmy5535]

I normally listen with KZbin in the background but this change is absolutely stunning man.

[@Ramizacatlover]

0:05 seconds into the story already love it

[@Darksomnium]

yay! :)

[@t.ris_]

Thank you for these videos as always! 🫶🏻

[@Darksomnium]

Glad you like them!

[@wynnypig9249]

I dont know if it's where my mind has been leading me, but the shift in stories to cultural doom and the agency humans actually have is the tiniest sliver of comfort, but that's the most anyone can seem to do without direct human contact. Here's to Gen Alpha

[@Zarbon000]

Here’s to Millenials, the Hero generation in all of this.

[@doorknobs6573]

absolutely adore the new visuals with the old tv theme and aliens/conspiracy they fit really well. and as for the compilation I think a cult/occult theme would be awesome. especially ones that are similar to the story about the guy that died for 6 minutes or classics like The Egg for a general theme

[@cincylaw14]

I have a couple of videos saved up and I guess I missed the premier of the TV format. Sweet baby Jesus, this is AMAZING!

[@mutilixusX]

I loved it. I just noticed that you are starting to include visuals in your vids. Nicely done, although I rarely get to watch it coz you're one of the main reasons I subbed to premium coz I liked listening to your stories while doing other things

[@RephaimVolkihar]

A great narration as always. I've been listening to you for a long time. Maybe 4 or 5 years. There is this guy called Nightmares Nightly i stated listening to some months ago. Maybe you could collab with him? Would be nice to see two of my favourites together. Just a thought though.

[@EzraAdviento]

i LOVE THAT TV SCREEN great work!

[@christinebadagliacco8972]

Wow, terrific story. Different kind of alien story, you did a great job narrating it. Thanks.

[@ganyu_literally]

ive always heard audio version of these stories this was my first time watching a video and I'm BLOWN AWAY. also at first i thought this was a sequel to the lighthouse story

[@janinejohnstone468]

Very cool! I do love your renditions of the stories, and so far I've never heard a boring story from you. 😁

[@ieajackson5518]

Hey! I really like that you’re trying something new with the visuals. Personally, I found the shaking camera a little distracting, and I prefer the previous style slightly, but the idea of having the words to the story on screen is a cool idea! I think minus the shakes, this could work really well! :]

[@Darksomnium]

thank you so much for the feedback!

[@jaredroberts4372]

Love your videos. Thanks for keeping me entertained at work.

[@Darksomnium]

Thanks for watching!

[@DarKarma3E]

Outstanding @Darksomnium I felt like I was apart of the story I'm so glad my friend should me you're channel 💯💯💯

[@PoufYagami]

Would LOVE to see some more psychological horror!! Keep up the great work!

[@KattWilliams-t1v]

Dude I love sci-fi stories and I love your narrations you are amazing hun 💜💜💜

[@VacomaTeParjila]

Fantastic as usual, this one definitely was interesting in its execution and I'm guessing its supposed to be one of those "its going on as we speak" type stories but I'm curious what the alien is what what its plans are