Perhaps there are characters who are artists or musicians. Since Slab City has a reputation for being a haven for creative types, there could be characters who use their art or music to express their experiences in that place. They could be the ones that add color and depth to the stories.
I'm not sure exactly as I haven't read it in full, but there might be some characters who are leaders in the Slab City community. They could be the ones who try to bring order or some sense of normalcy.
There could be outcast characters, those who don't fit into the mainstream society and find solace in Slab City. These characters might have interesting backstories that led them to this place. They could be the ones who struggle the most with adapting to the harsh conditions but also find the most freedom there. Their internal conflicts and external interactions would make them notable characters in the collection of stories.
The main themes could be about the unique lifestyle in Slab City. It might explore the sense of community or lack thereof, the struggles and hopes of the people living there.
There might be the eponymous 'Haunter of the Dark'. This character is likely to be a source of great fear and mystery in the stories.
There are many potential authors. If it's a collection that focuses on a particular genre like mystery short stories, you might find Edgar Allan Poe. His works are known for their dark and mysterious elements. But again, without more specific information about this 'the new collected short stories', it's hard to be certain.
I'm not sure which specific 'the new collected short stories' you're referring to. There could be many different authors included. It might be a collection from emerging writers, in which case the names would be new to most readers. Or it could be a compilation of works from well - known authors in a particular genre.
In Slab City, there was an account of a group who set up camp near an old, dilapidated building. During the night, they saw shadowy figures moving around outside their tents. They were too scared to go out and investigate. In the morning, they found footprints that didn't look like any normal human or animal prints. This left them with a feeling of unease and made them leave the area sooner than they had planned.
There was a story of a family who decided to camp near Slab City. During the night, their tent was shaken violently. They thought it was the wind at first, but when they looked out, there were no strong winds. And they saw some shadowy figures moving around. They quickly packed up and left in the middle of the night.
I don't know for sure since I haven't read it. But they could be typical characters like a detective trying to solve a crime in the old city, or a local artist who is inspired by the city's charm yet also frustrated by its problems.
I'm not sure specifically as I haven't read the exact story, but likely there are characters who are either native to the emerald city or have come to the city with certain hopes and dreams.
One interesting story from Slab City could be about the unique art that has emerged there. Artists have transformed the abandoned slabs into colorful murals and sculptures, giving the place a distinct character.
Batman, of course, is the most notable character. He is the Dark Knight who patrols the city. Then there's the Arkham Knight, who is a major antagonist in the story. Also, Commissioner Gordon plays an important role as he is often in communication with Batman and helps in maintaining law and order in the city.