What are some interesting elements in strange short stories?

Well, there's the strange story of the disappearing lake. In a certain region, there was a large lake that had been there for generations. One day, it started to dry up rapidly, and within a few weeks, it was almost completely gone. Scientists were baffled as there was no significant change in weather or water sources. Later, it was discovered that there were underground tunnels that had been eroded over time, and the water had drained away through them. Another strange story involves a dog that could seemingly predict earthquakes. Every time an earthquake was about to occur in the area, the dog would start acting very strangely, whining and hiding in corners days before the tremors were felt.

One interesting element is the sense of the unknown. For example, in a story where there's a strange noise in an old house, not knowing what's causing it builds suspense. It makes the reader or listener keep guessing. Another element is the use of atmosphere. Dark, gloomy settings like a fog - covered cemetery add to the scariness.

Well, the characters in Yoruba short stories are really engaging. There are wise old men and women who pass on their knowledge, and brave young heroes. These characters often face challenges that are relevant to Yoruba culture, like dealing with family honor or community disputes. The stories also have a great sense of rhythm in the way they are told, which is a characteristic of Yoruba oral tradition. This rhythm makes the stories more captivating when they are spoken aloud.

Sure. One story could be about a town where all the cats mysteriously disappeared one day. It turned out that a nearby construction project had unearthed an underground cave system that the cats found fascinating and they all migrated there.

The story of Dr Strange and the Dark Dimension is quite fascinating. He has to navigate the complex and dangerous realm of the Dark Dimension. There are all sorts of strange creatures and powerful magic there. And his struggle to keep the Dark Dimension from encroaching on our world while also dealing with the power - hungry entities within it makes for a great story. His ability to manipulate time and space within the Dark Dimension is also a very interesting aspect of this story.

Well, it could contain stories about haunted houses. You know, like a family moves into an old mansion and strange things start to happen. Doors open and close on their own, cold drafts are felt in the middle of summer, and there are unexplained noises at night. Another type of story might be about people with strange abilities, such as a girl who can communicate with animals and has to save the forest from a group of developers.

One strange science fiction story is 'The Metamorphosis' by Franz Kafka. In it, the main character wakes up transformed into a giant insect. It's a strange exploration of alienation and the human condition. Another is 'Solaris' by Stanislaw Lem. The planet Solaris has an ocean that can create physical manifestations of the astronauts' memories and desires, which is really out - of - the - ordinary.

There is the story of the Loch Ness Monster. For decades, people have claimed to have seen a large, mysterious creature in Loch Ness in Scotland. Some say it has a long neck and a humped back. Scientists have carried out numerous investigations, but so far, there's no conclusive evidence of its existence. It remains one of the most famous monster - related stories in the world.

The dancing plague of 1518 is also quite strange. In Strasbourg, France, a woman named Frau Troffea started dancing in the street and couldn't stop. Soon, more than 400 people joined her in this uncontrollable dancing. It lasted for days, and theories range from mass hysteria to food poisoning.

One interesting strange true story is about a group of birds that would follow a particular car everywhere it went. The owner of the car tried everything to get rid of them but they just kept coming back. Another is that a book in a library was always found on a different shelf every morning, even though the library was locked at night.