What are the most common themes in Gothamist subway horror stories?

A friend of mine once told me about a strange encounter on the subway. She was sitting alone when a man started muttering to himself in a very disturbing way. He then started walking towards her, and she was so frightened. Luckily, the next stop came, and she quickly got off the train. It just shows how unpredictable and sometimes dangerous the subway can be.

Well, connection is a big theme. Strangers coming together in the confined space of the subway and sharing a moment, whether it's through a simple smile or a deep conversation. Also, the theme of loss and rediscovery. For example, losing something valuable on the subway and then getting it back in a surprising way.

There are stories of incorrect orders. For example, I asked for no onions and got a sandwich full of them. And when I asked them to correct it, they were really rude about it. They made me feel like it was my fault even though I clearly stated my preference when ordering.

One common theme is the fear of the unknown. Many horror stories play on things that are not fully understood, like strange noises in the dark or unexplained disappearances. Another theme is the threat of death. Characters often face life - threatening situations, which heightens the tension. Also, the idea of the supernatural, such as ghosts, vampires, or witches, is frequently used to terrify readers.

Darkness is a common element. Subway tunnels are often dark, and in scary stories, this darkness can hide all kinds of unknown terrors. Another is strange noises, like creaking or unidentifiable whispers that add to the spooky atmosphere.

One common theme is the strange behavior of passengers. Like the ones who talk to themselves or act really hyper. Another is unexpected interactions, such as when two strangers start an impromptu dance - off or a singing competition. And then there are the cases of people trying to bring really large or strange items onto the subway which always leads to some comical situations.

One possible theme could be a sense of being trapped. If we assume e500 is a location or a situation, the people in the horror stories might find themselves unable to escape from it. And while being trapped, they face all sorts of terrifying things, like apparitions, or inanimate objects coming to life. It could also be that there is a dark secret associated with e500, and as the story unfolds, the characters gradually discover this secret which makes the horror escalate.

Isolation is a common theme. Many people were stuck alone or away from their loved ones, like those in quarantine facilities. It led to a lot of mental distress.

One common theme is isolation. As I mentioned before, when someone goes against the JW norms, they are often shunned, which leads to extreme isolation. Another theme is the loss of personal freedom. People may feel that they have to follow very strict rules and regulations without much room for personal choice.

One common theme is extreme competitiveness. When a player is overly aggressive in buying properties and charging high rents, it can turn the game into a horror story for the others. Another theme is bad luck. For example, constantly landing on opponents' expensive properties.