I think they're good. The combination of horror and mystery in the comics keeps you on the edge of your seat. The characters and plots are usually well-developed.
One of the memorable stories could be the one about a greedy man who made a deal with the devil and then faced the terrifying consequences. The unique art style in the comic really enhanced the spooky atmosphere of this story.
One of the best tales could be 'The Man Who Was Death'. It's a really creepy story about a man who takes on the role of an executioner in a rather unusual way. He gets a bit too into his job and things start to go wrong in a very spooky manner.
In some of the stories, the unexpected twists are what make them so terrifying. For example, a seemingly innocent situation like a young girl going to visit her grandmother turns into a nightmare when it's revealed that the grandmother has a dark secret. The build - up of suspense and the final reveal in these types of stories are what make 'Tales from the Crypt short stories' so spine - chilling.
It's scarier. The stories in 'Best Tales from the Crypt Comic Stories' often have a more gritty and dark undertone compared to some other horror comics.
In 'The Thing from the Grave', the main character could be considered the person who discovers the thing from the grave. They are the one who sets off the chain of events that leads to all the chaos in the town. There are also other supporting characters like the local townspeople who react to the strange happenings.
One of the most memorable might be 'The Thing from the Grave'. It has a great build - up of suspense. The art in that story really enhances the spooky atmosphere.
Villains also play a big role. The devious witches or the cruel killers. They have their own motives, whether it's power, revenge or just pure evil. A witch in one story wants to sacrifice a young boy to gain more power. Her cold - heartedness and the elaborate plan she has for the sacrifice make her a truly menacing character in 'Tales from the Crypt short stories'.
First, study Brad Dourif's performances in Tales from the Crypt. Notice his mannerisms, voice intonations, etc. Then, come up with an original plot that fits within the Tales from the Crypt's dark and macabre theme. For example, a story about a cursed object that Dourif's character stumbles upon.
One interesting aspect could be exploring Brad Dourif's character in new and unique scenarios within the Tales from the Crypt universe. Maybe creating a story where his character has to face a moral dilemma that is different from the ones shown in the original series. It could also be interesting to see how he interacts with other characters from the show in a fanfic, perhaps forming an unlikely alliance.