What are some characteristics of extremely dark fantasy stories?

Sure. 'American Gods' by Neil Gaiman has some dark fantasy elements. It delves into the forgotten gods of America and the battles between them, with a lot of shadowy and disturbing aspects. 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' by Scott Lynch also has a rather dark side. The world it creates is full of thieves, con - artists, and dangerous political intrigue. Then there's 'The Girl with All the Gifts' which is a dark take on the zombie apocalypse genre, with a unique twist on the concept of the undead.

Dark elves are often depicted as having a pale complexion and dark hair. They are usually associated with magic and are known for their agility and stealth. In many fantasy settings, they live in underground or shadowy realms.

They are concise. Usually, they convey a complete idea or a small moment in just a few sentences or paragraphs.

One example could be 'Another'. It has a very dark and mysterious atmosphere. The story is set in a school where there are strange deaths and a sense of foreboding throughout. The characters are constantly in danger and the truth behind the events is gradually revealed in a rather disturbing way.

In fantasy stories, dark elf lashes are often described as long and thick. They can be a symbol of beauty and allure. For example, in some stories, they are so long that they flutter like the wings of a small butterfly when the dark elf blinks. They might also have a certain magical quality, like being able to detect danger or having a charm - like effect on other creatures.

Another characteristic is simplicity. They often have a simple plot that can be easily understood. A short and simple situation like the snail getting mugged by turtles is easy to grasp and the absurdity of it is what makes it funny. The humor doesn't rely on complex setups or long explanations. Just a quick and simple scenario that tickles your funny bone.

They are concise. They often rely on a single, powerful image or idea like a sudden noise in the dark. For example, 'I saw a face at the window. Then it was gone.'

Well, they often rely on common fears such as the unknown or things that go against the natural order. In an extremely short scary story, it might be something like 'The clock stopped at midnight. Then I heard a strange ticking from inside the wall.' It plays on our fear of the unexpected in a small space.

One characteristic is the presence of dark themes. These can include things like death, destruction, and moral ambiguity. For example, in 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series, characters often face difficult moral choices. Another is the use of magic or supernatural elements in a way that is often not as bright and shiny as in traditional fantasy. In 'The Kingkiller Chronicle', the magic has a certain mystery and danger to it. Also, the settings are usually more on the gritty and gloomy side, like the post - apocalyptic world in 'The Road' which has some dark fantasy elements.

One feature could be complex and morally ambiguous characters. In extremely dark Percy fanfiction, the characters might be pushed to their limits and show sides that are far from their original portrayals in the normal series. For example, Percy might face extreme challenges that make him question his own values and morality.