I know you check the first few comments when you post a video. I’ve been waiting to tell you just how much you and your stories have been apart of my sobriety! Two years ago after getting out of rehab I went to sober living. My freedom was limited one night I stumbled across your video paradise pine. From that night every night I listened to a story religiously every night. Being that I was new to sobriety and had to rid myself of all people places and things I became lonely when I had a craving I turned on your story, when I couldn’t sleep because my guilt kept me awake you and your stories were always there. I just want to thank you for helping me get through that part of my life. I love and appreciate your craft, can’t wait to hear this new one! Love, Jay❤️
wow im so happy to hear that you're sober, congratulations. that is something that is very difficult to go through and im proud of you for making it this far! :) and im so glad the channel has been able to help in any way.
Congrats on being sober. That is pretty amazing. I have a similar story. Im coming up on 5 years this coming January. I went into rehab Jan 15 and life was pretty crazy when I first got out. It was almost like I didn't even know who I was at first. I don't know you but I'm proud of you because it's not easy. Stay strong my friend
Damn, I didn't realize I've been missing old western zombie stories until you posted this one. Hell of a job with everything! Definitely one I'll be listening to multiple times.
There’s something about western zombies that is just downright awesome and terrifying. It’s overall just a great setting that I’d love to see movies of
Not usually a big zombie story person, but the way this one was told and the unique setting made it quite enjoyable, and the voice acting is amazing as always. Cheers!
I am speechless. This was so damn good. I seriously need to commend you, this was just like a movie. As someone who is legally blind and is a fan of the creepy and unsettling, TH-camrs like you are a godsend. Thank you so much for making such phenomenal content
I was about to ask how a legally blind person can type this, but I'm just happy there are blind people who can enjoy Dark Somnium's audio readings. Makes me wonder if the same can hit home for deaf people, too (other than just being able to read the original writing from the source material if they can). Hope your week has been going well!
Hey Mister mayo, to answer your question about how a legally blind person can type out a reply on a TH-cam video, I can't speak for every visually impaired person, but I personally use the accessibility option on my cell phone. I think it's a feature on most smart phones, and without it reading back the words I type out I wouldn't really be able to use my phone at all. Hope this helps
@@samanthamorgan2188 It actually does! I mostly wondered since it probably would take time trying to not accidentally tap the wrong thing while typing a reply or scrolling. I never knew many impaired people in my life, so learning from those who are helps me to better understand and stay respectful. And It makes me feel better knowing there are more ways for everyone to enjoy the same thing no matter who they are. I appreciate the response back!
Not my first historical Zombie apocalypse story as it were. This was very well done. Jane Austin and Zombies got boring after the novelty wore off. This story was engaging throughout. Loved the turn at the end. It wasn’t unexpected, but it had a nice cyclical natural feeling. The production was very well done as always. Thanks for the great story.
When it changed up to Marie’s perspective it really hit hard. Her unyielding faith to her man even as she knows it’s their final hour is just something else. When she said “the boys are throwing in everything they got. But it’s not enough” hit deep. A fight to the bitter end. A nice change of pace when it comes to creepy pastas. Their is no hero , only a man’s resolve
@@rogueshark23 Yeah and don't forget the 'socket rientists' who supported this flaming fool. Without them he'd just be some lone, stubborn dead guy while everyone else might've survived.
@@rogueshark23 even if they listen they would’ve been eaten alive like the state militia who were coming to help them. They should’ve left when they had the chance
@@Mediumus_Duckus well, that depends... are they capable of controlling the jetpack to chase us down? Or are they just all over the place all crazy smashing themselves into everything. Up and down up and down?
@tysonbaker175 yes it would be so funny I'd probably get caught and eaten up because I would just laugh and laugh and not take them seriously. Then more than likely I'd be ambushed from behind. I used to have an unhealthy obsession with zombies. It all started when I was about 10 and finally allowed to watch the scary movies.. All of the living dead series etc.. When Playstation gave us Raccoon City I just got worse. Left 4 dead is quite SCARY AS HELL too. Suddenly George Romero was my hero. Lol. I'm better now. 😉
I love the concept of a zombie outbreak during the 17th-19th century. And this story is one of the top ones on my list. I showed this to my friend and he said: “It sounds like a long running show where the writers have the balls to kill of the protagonist/main characters.” I feel like this could actually be adapted into a great movie or one season show. Thank you for introducing me to this phenomenal story, and I appreciate your hard work put into making it more interesting (via additional sounds and such).
37:16 My dude, you’ve gotten so good at mixing the sound and the audio that this part right here made my chest sink. I even jumped a little even though I was expecting it. You and the other voice actors you work with are so incredibly talented, and I’m so glad that I get to enjoy your content! I hope y’all are staying safe and well! 💜
Gotta love a good zombie story. Honestly, my biggest pet peeve about any zombie movie/show/story is that none of the characters have ever seen a zombie movie/show or read a story. Setting it in 1829 makes that a non-issue lol.
Yet another top tier upload. you always raise the bar for these kinds of stories for me. The sound effects always add this extra palpable layer to your tales and my only complaint is there's not more lol. You've definitely introduced me to a lot of authors that have become favorites of mine. These american settlement stories were a genre I didn't know I needed. up there with the stories that take place during the troubles.
This story is absolutely fantastic. Mostly I never take the Zombie apocalypse scenario seriously because most scenarios are set in the modern day with machine guns that tore zombies apart. Not to mention tanks, gunship, fighter jets, drones, and many other modern weaponry that can annihilate zombies with ease. BUT, put the zombie apocalypse in the pre-modern area, during the age of muskets and swords, and you got one nightmare of scenario.
This one actually gave me a nightmare last night. Which is a first for me. This story was so well written it left such a sense of hopelessness which I think my subconscious fed on. I have never been all that afraid of zombies, however now I might be.
hey! just wanted to leave a comment to tell you how much your stories help me everyday! I just left my country for an exchange year and I have been feeling really homesick ever since, your stories help me feel like home because I would listen to them at home with my cat. Thank you!
Great narration as always, I really felt the emotion in this story and I think you portrayed them very well. I've said it many times but you are such a talented narrator with great attention to the sound and music you add to these stories.
I haven't been having the best of days recently. To be honest, I relapsed a few days ago. I been off my meds for a minute and am adjusting to being back on them. I feel like I'm still in a fog. It's really super depressing and I almost feel like I'm really just waiting for this dream to end. But it's not a dream. I am trying to become accountable for my actions and bear down for the consequences. I'm at work right now. Thankfully doing some mindless scanning and forever grateful you had uploaded the new story. Something to take my mind away from my own. Truly, I am so grateful to found your channel. Thank you for your art, time, and the collaboration you do with all these actors, writers, and the community you curated. With warm regards and good wishful health your way to you and your loved ones, hope you have a splendid day when this message reaches you.
as a fellow Pennsylvania resident, even though I moved away, I lived there my entire life and I've explored many parts of the place when it comes to horror and stuff like that. this is a wonderful love letter to the state spectacular story. I always love a good zombie tale they're usually the best pairing them together. I couldn't help but fall in love with this one
@@thibautklinger5178 yea theres a couple places as well as buildings like the Pennhurst Asylum itself and the extremely dark history behind it my mother used to go there when she was younger with her school to visit the children but its so mentally scaring to her she hates talking about it and the irony in it all ive physically have never be to the campus but the documentary on Pennhurst is absolutely sad its ones one of the biggest shames of Pennsylvania most dont actually know about cause its extremely shameful because it caused so much suffering to individuals
I can't tell you how long it took for me to find this, when i did i just started crying from joy. Thank you for being such a great voice actor/ editor 😭
This was an incredible story. I love the writing style, verbiage, time period, everything. I really really hope there's more to come. Edit - You and Rom were incredible!!
Busy weekend but getting to relax a bit now. Awesome story!!!! And thank you for the continuously epic narrations. Trailer looks great! I can't wait to check it out 😊🤘🖤💜
Thank you Ronnie perfect timing brother.. I'm going to listen to this now as I wait in this hospital room waiting for my daughter to recover from 1 of the many surgeries she has.. I originally started this journey with ur channel 3yrs ago when she was diagnosed and had her bonemarrow transplant and here we are 3yrs later and u drop this yet again at the time I need my mind occupied the most.. this dark family has been here for me through soo much and I just wanted to luk how much it means to me to have this community and how much I truly appreciate your work..
God I pray is with you in such a thing as that. I know it just doesn't make sense. I know from personal experience how cruel this world can be. God I pray for you and yours
@jamespope2840 thank you soon much James it truly means so much that there are ppl out there you care and understand..prayers much appreciated brother thank you
I enjoyed this story thoroughly, especially when it shifts perspectives. I don't know why, but your two voices together are perfect. There's chemistry, and feeling you both put into your voice acting. I salute you both.
Another great job. My only complaint was I spent the first third of the story going, "Wait, were Iroquois attacks still a thing in 1829?" I also want to say the sound design in this one was a home run. Keep up the good work, Somn.
YEAHHH, was waiting for another upload, make sure you're keeping yourself in check man, been dropping lots of bangers, don't stress yourself, feeling a lot better listening to your stories man, going through grief and this helps:)
Hearing the parts about the kids is always the hardest for me but nevertheless a great story! Zombie stuff isn’t typically my favorite thing but this was a cool way to integrate infection into modern day society
My weekend was great! You have no idea how much my neurodivergent brain appreciates your posts.. it helps get through the day. So thank you for that, your narrations are awesome!
I've heard Viidith22's narration of this and it's good. He does different voices for different characters, but I see why you didn't feel the need to change the voices. You're basically reading journal entries written by one man, so you're reading them all in one voice. I think this works perfectly for the way the story is written. I say someone else comment about how you need to work on accents and shit 😂🤣😂🤣 obviously they haven't listened to a lot of your other stories!! As always, much love from SW Louisiana!😘
Yeah I heard Viidith22’s version too. It’s crazy how the exact same story can feel completely different based on the voice reading it. I like the fact Viidith did different voices though, I think it immerses you better into the story. Ronnie’s narration is still amazing ofc, the sound design is unmatched and having his girlfriend always reading the women’s parts adds a lot to his versions
I really enjoyed this story! It made my imagination run wild while capturing my total attention till the end. Props & thanks to the author & all who brought forth this morbid masterpiece for our listening pleasure.
Amazing story. Amazing teaser trailer as well. I always appreciate the background and music atmosphere you add to these narrations. Definitely going to get the chilling app! 👊
Crazy crazy good Story. All of the other ones before were a bit more mystery but this one really tops a lot of stories on this channel so far! I especially love that you added the Zombie's sounds when they broke into the church! I think the craziest thing is that theres not only one character, but a whole Village involved. It truly gives the whole thing a big spike in seriousness and also adds to the thought that everyone in this war was scared extra hard. Couldnt express enough thanks for your stories! ❤❤❤
Once again another awesome narration!! I am pretty new to the channel but I'm devouring all the uploads pretty fast. I usually listen to your narrations while working, so now that has become my fav part of the day! Thanks a lot for all your hard work! Wishing all the happiness and success to you
I just wanna say thank you, because for 6 years, you’ve been helping me get rest.. the way you tell the stories is amazing and now you have a partner with a soothing voice that makes the stories even more better
Your timing never ceases to amaze me with your uploads. Really gonna enjoy this one. Just going to say, Ronnie, your uploads are what have kept me from actually going through with my attempts at self unaliving. Your stories have really helped. Thank you for being here. ❤
A sequel to this following on from the archaeologists reawakening the fever would be great. The infected aren't often given this level of intelligence so it would be cool to see how things played out in a modern setting.
I want a 1.5 part of how people back then managed to sealed off the infection. Like, the zombies didn't just magically went to sleep after overtaking Andersonburg, right?
@@nguyenquyetthang1326 Good call! Perhaps that could be explained somehow in the sequel. There's definitely a lot of material here for expanding the story.
Sir Dark I hope that you're in the movie! As for this story I can never get enough of your narrations! This one was extremely dark especially the end part when he mentions the one infant it gave me the chills. You keep putting out these bangers and I'll keep throwing your name around everywhere I go! I've already got all of my co-workers addicted so it's just a matter of time before I 🪝 the whole world! Much love and respect from New Hampshire!
I have had a long shift at my EMS job and in the last 48 hours only got 2 of sleep. Perfect timing for a new vid. Just got home and I bet this will settle me enough to get much needed sleep. You're the best Ronnie!
I always love your work. especially since you do multiple voices, but also have others to help to really bring life to the characters. the ending was nice. didn't expect it to jump to modern day and reigniting the infection. that was cool.
Dude I swear whenever you and Rom work on something together I’m never disappointed, usually a bit tear jerked by the end tho 😭 great work to both of y’all
Damn, I have to say Zombies in the 19th century is a sub-genre isn't done often off. Well done my dude. Extremely engaging story! Would love more content like this.
this story has such a unique atmosphere, and your voice sounds absolutely lovely in it! I’ll definitely come back to it often thank you for dishing out such high quality content so often
Why do you gotta do this to us 😭😭 I don't normally like the "alien abduction" and "zombie plague" stories etc, bc I don't normally feel emotion towards them, but MAN do you breathe life into every inch of every narration you do! First you made me well up with tears at the bit Maria wrote, just to extend existentialism on me with the ending. Just like the "thing in the basement is getting better at mimicking" story, I predicted the ending of this story... and, just like that other story, the ending still sent a shiver down my spine regardless of the prediction AND the cliche feeling of the ending... this is going in my "favorites/best" playlist! Also, this story gave very big "All This For What" and "What I Cannot Know" vibes and I'm here for it
The attempts of a southern accent were cute lol Especially for more of a old southern kind of accent. Some people butcher southern accents.. hell most people do. But you did good ☺️ Thank you for spoiling us with so many stories lately! They are definitely appreciated!❤️❤️
Hello its the first time ive been this early. I just want you to know that I’ve been watching your videos when the channel was just a little over 100k subs. I just want to say thank you, your narrations have been a part of my daily routine for the past few years and have helped me through some dark times. I just wanted to thank you
Loved the story! Still couldn't help but mutter "Oh, I'm as sharp as a coroner's needle Inside I'm cold as a marble eye" During most of the story, love Rdr too much sometimes xD
" the infected"....man, when you hear those words you know it's gonna be good! This presentation is as good as '9mm Theater'. Zombie videos are great all the way around!
this story has such a great atmosphere I was just sucked right in. Also, the trailer looks so good I am 100% gonna suggest that movie to watch with my family when it's out
I liked the story, although there's a few mostly nitpicky details that don't really make sense to me: - The story is set in the 1829 but acts like Pennsylvania was on the American frontier. - If "Andersonsburg" is really a town in West PA, I don't understand the focus on Philadelphia as the place to go get help. Cities such as Pittsburgh and Buffalo and Harrisburg are closer. - There hadn't been any Iroquois attacks in the state for decades by then. - How on Earth did they stop the infected the first time? If many towns were supposed to be overrun and even the state militia took casualties trying to get there, why did no one else write about this event? Why is the world normal? And the biggest one... - Why is the modern part of the story framed as an "expedition"? If the ruins have been intact for 200 years, no one found them until now? Like, it's an old town settled along a road in the 5th most populous state in the US. It's not some lost city in the Amazon jungle.
Fire the answer is fire 🔥 if they would have just dug a trench filled it with the lamp oil in wood from old houses that you were going to burn anyway at night time y'all could have just burned burned all of them and that way when the body starts to pile up not to worry about anyone getting affected from just being close
I know you check the first few comments when you post a video. I’ve been waiting to tell you just how much you and your stories have been apart of my sobriety! Two years ago after getting out of rehab I went to sober living. My freedom was limited one night I stumbled across your video paradise pine. From that night every night I listened to a story religiously every night. Being that I was new to sobriety and had to rid myself of all people places and things I became lonely when I had a craving I turned on your story, when I couldn’t sleep because my guilt kept me awake you and your stories were always there. I just want to thank you for helping me get through that part of my life. I love and appreciate your craft, can’t wait to hear this new one!
Love, Jay❤️
wow im so happy to hear that you're sober, congratulations. that is something that is very difficult to go through and im proud of you for making it this far! :) and im so glad the channel has been able to help in any way.
Congrats on two years man!!
You are amazing! Keep up the good work!! 💖🫂
Congrats on being sober. That is pretty amazing. I have a similar story. Im coming up on 5 years this coming January. I went into rehab Jan 15 and life was pretty crazy when I first got out. It was almost like I didn't even know who I was at first. I don't know you but I'm proud of you because it's not easy. Stay strong my friend
Glad you chose to do the fight for your life.
As someone from Pennsylvania I can confirm that nothing is scary than being in Pennsylvania for more than 5 minutes
I don't know, ohio would like a word
All the midwesterners uniting and bonding in the horror of living in the Midwest
@@LuckyOrangeTabby08God have mercy on them infected if they come to good Ole Missouri.
@@theadministrator4765 Dang straight *grabs shotgun*
@@Arcanadragon They best turn 'round and head back to hell, less they wanna see the innovation that would make Nikola Tesla Blush.
Damn, I didn't realize I've been missing old western zombie stories until you posted this one. Hell of a job with everything! Definitely one I'll be listening to multiple times.
There’s something about western zombies that is just downright awesome and terrifying. It’s overall just a great setting that I’d love to see movies of
*Nossir intensifies*
We need more zombie and alien invasion stories that take place in the past. Those genres really need a new coat of paint.
@@rjmaxx1258 Brand of the paint: Nossir
ive been recently playing some games with the theme of historical zombies so this kinds of media is very entertaining!
Not usually a big zombie story person, but the way this one was told and the unique setting made it quite enjoyable, and the voice acting is amazing as always. Cheers!
I am speechless. This was so damn good. I seriously need to commend you, this was just like a movie. As someone who is legally blind and is a fan of the creepy and unsettling, TH-camrs like you are a godsend. Thank you so much for making such phenomenal content
I was about to ask how a legally blind person can type this, but I'm just happy there are blind people who can enjoy Dark Somnium's audio readings.
Makes me wonder if the same can hit home for deaf people, too (other than just being able to read the original writing from the source material if they can).
Hope your week has been going well!
Hey Mister mayo, to answer your question about how a legally blind person can type out a reply on a TH-cam video, I can't speak for every visually impaired person, but I personally use the accessibility option on my cell phone. I think it's a feature on most smart phones, and without it reading back the words I type out I wouldn't really be able to use my phone at all. Hope this helps
@@samanthamorgan2188 It actually does!
I mostly wondered since it probably would take time trying to not accidentally tap the wrong thing while typing a reply or scrolling. I never knew many impaired people in my life, so learning from those who are helps me to better understand and stay respectful. And It makes me feel better knowing there are more ways for everyone to enjoy the same thing no matter who they are.
I appreciate the response back!
"THE CREEPY AND UNSETTLING "... love it!!! Sounds like a great title for another story...
@@TheMrMayotalk to text?? Ever hear of it friend? Lol
Hello all! how was your weekend? Let me know what you think off the story!
My weekend was pretty good! How about you?
Dislocated my knee yesterday and spent five hours in A&E and got home at 2am, other than that it was pretty good though 💀
pretty good, worked on some stuff and relaxed, planning my trip next month! @@Mandate_of_Heaven
oh dang! i hope you recover quick! @@owinlaa
My weekend was decent! I hope yours was too. I’m excited to see the trailer at the end!!
Not my first historical Zombie apocalypse story as it were. This was very well done. Jane Austin and Zombies got boring after the novelty wore off. This story was engaging throughout. Loved the turn at the end. It wasn’t unexpected, but it had a nice cyclical natural feeling. The production was very well done as always. Thanks for the great story.
When it changed up to Marie’s perspective it really hit hard. Her unyielding faith to her man even as she knows it’s their final hour is just something else. When she said “the boys are throwing in everything they got. But it’s not enough” hit deep. A fight to the bitter end. A nice change of pace when it comes to creepy pastas. Their is no hero , only a man’s resolve
well said!
All because their commander was very foolish.
@@rogueshark23 Yeah and don't forget the 'socket rientists' who supported this flaming fool. Without them he'd just be some lone, stubborn dead guy while everyone else might've survived.
@@rogueshark23 even if they listen they would’ve been eaten alive like the state militia who were coming to help them. They should’ve left when they had the chance
@@andresherrera2902 Hindsight is always perfect.
I really enjoyed this story. For me there isn't anything much more terrifying than a zombie horde coming for you.
What about zombies with jetpacks? Just curious.
@@Mediumus_Duckus well, that depends... are they capable of controlling the jetpack to chase us down? Or are they just all over the place all crazy smashing themselves into everything. Up and down up and down?
@@mrs.amieestarcloud2565 now that would be funny
@tysonbaker175 yes it would be so funny I'd probably get caught and eaten up because I would just laugh and laugh and not take them seriously. Then more than likely I'd be ambushed from behind.
I used to have an unhealthy obsession with zombies. It all started when I was about 10 and finally allowed to watch the scary movies.. All of the living dead series etc.. When Playstation gave us Raccoon City I just got worse. Left 4 dead is quite SCARY AS HELL too. Suddenly George Romero was my hero. Lol.
I'm better now. 😉
@mrs.amieestarcloud2565
I understand your statement all to well.
This story ain't bad, no sir.
I love the concept of a zombie outbreak during the 17th-19th century. And this story is one of the top ones on my list.
I showed this to my friend and he said: “It sounds like a long running show where the writers have the balls to kill of the protagonist/main characters.”
I feel like this could actually be adapted into a great movie or one season show.
Thank you for introducing me to this phenomenal story, and I appreciate your hard work put into making it more interesting (via additional sounds and such).
Bruv literally doesn't stop producing content and it's all high quality. FR thank you Som
thank you :D
37:16 My dude, you’ve gotten so good at mixing the sound and the audio that this part right here made my chest sink. I even jumped a little even though I was expecting it. You and the other voice actors you work with are so incredibly talented, and I’m so glad that I get to enjoy your content! I hope y’all are staying safe and well! 💜
I actually teared up a lil bit
It was incredibly well done.
@@kenneldbofungusI did also
Gotta love a good zombie story. Honestly, my biggest pet peeve about any zombie movie/show/story is that none of the characters have ever seen a zombie movie/show or read a story. Setting it in 1829 makes that a non-issue lol.
Yet another top tier upload. you always raise the bar for these kinds of stories for me. The sound effects always add this extra palpable layer to your tales and my only complaint is there's not more lol. You've definitely introduced me to a lot of authors that have become favorites of mine. These american settlement stories were a genre I didn't know I needed. up there with the stories that take place during the troubles.
thank you so much! :)
@@Darksomnium of course!! I'm glad you've raised the bar tbh. I hope you're having a great week!
YO PENNSYLVANIA HORROR STORY. As someone who live in Pa this is cool since nothing happens here
B)
This story is absolutely fantastic. Mostly I never take the Zombie apocalypse scenario seriously because most scenarios are set in the modern day with machine guns that tore zombies apart. Not to mention tanks, gunship, fighter jets, drones, and many other modern weaponry that can annihilate zombies with ease. BUT, put the zombie apocalypse in the pre-modern area, during the age of muskets and swords, and you got one nightmare of scenario.
Not only that but they were smart zombies. SMART zombiesa
@@FaustLimbusCompany and that is the stuff of nightmares.
Was not expecting you here lol.
Regular zombies are scary, intelligent zombies with weaponry is down right terrifying.
This one actually gave me a nightmare last night. Which is a first for me. This story was so well written it left such a sense of hopelessness which I think my subconscious fed on. I have never been all that afraid of zombies, however now I might be.
hey! just wanted to leave a comment to tell you how much your stories help me everyday! I just left my country for an exchange year and I have been feeling really homesick ever since, your stories help me feel like home because I would listen to them at home with my cat. Thank you!
im so glad the videos can help! i hope you're doing well :)
Great narration as always,
I really felt the emotion in this story and I think you portrayed them very well.
I've said it many times but you are such a talented narrator with great attention to the sound and music you add to these stories.
Thank you so much!
I haven't been having the best of days recently. To be honest, I relapsed a few days ago. I been off my meds for a minute and am adjusting to being back on them. I feel like I'm still in a fog. It's really super depressing and I almost feel like I'm really just waiting for this dream to end. But it's not a dream. I am trying to become accountable for my actions and bear down for the consequences. I'm at work right now. Thankfully doing some mindless scanning and forever grateful you had uploaded the new story. Something to take my mind away from my own. Truly, I am so grateful to found your channel. Thank you for your art, time, and the collaboration you do with all these actors, writers, and the community you curated. With warm regards and good wishful health your way to you and your loved ones, hope you have a splendid day when this message reaches you.
Oh dang, i hope things get better for you soon. Im so glad that you are enjoying the channel :)
as a fellow Pennsylvania resident, even though I moved away, I lived there my entire life and I've explored many parts of the place when it comes to horror and stuff like that. this is a wonderful love letter to the state spectacular story. I always love a good zombie tale they're usually the best pairing them together. I couldn't help but fall in love with this one
Are their really lost cities in Pennsylvania whos disapperance is mysterious?
@@thibautklinger5178 yea theres a couple places as well as buildings like the Pennhurst Asylum itself and the extremely dark history behind it my mother used to go there when she was younger with her school to visit the children but its so mentally scaring to her she hates talking about it and the irony in it all ive physically have never be to the campus but the documentary on Pennhurst is absolutely sad its ones one of the biggest shames of Pennsylvania most dont actually know about cause its extremely shameful because it caused so much suffering to individuals
I can't tell you how long it took for me to find this, when i did i just started crying from joy. Thank you for being such a great voice actor/ editor 😭
This was an incredible story. I love the writing style, verbiage, time period, everything. I really really hope there's more to come.
Edit - You and Rom were incredible!!
Hey DS! I just want to say thank you for the uploads, I got lots of stories to listen to on my long flight. Thanks for keeping me company!
Busy weekend but getting to relax a bit now. Awesome story!!!! And thank you for the continuously epic narrations. Trailer looks great! I can't wait to check it out 😊🤘🖤💜
Happy to hear you're gett8jg some rest!
i love a good old zombie story. the narration combined with the SFX is just perfect. would love to hear more zombie stories from you :))
Thank you Ronnie perfect timing brother.. I'm going to listen to this now as I wait in this hospital room waiting for my daughter to recover from 1 of the many surgeries she has.. I originally started this journey with ur channel 3yrs ago when she was diagnosed and had her bonemarrow transplant and here we are 3yrs later and u drop this yet again at the time I need my mind occupied the most.. this dark family has been here for me through soo much and I just wanted to luk how much it means to me to have this community and how much I truly appreciate your work..
oh dang io hope she is okay!
@Darksomnium she's as tough as nails..thank you means a lot
God I pray is with you in such a thing as that. I know it just doesn't make sense. I know from personal experience how cruel this world can be. God I pray for you and yours
@jamespope2840 thank you soon much James it truly means so much that there are ppl out there you care and understand..prayers much appreciated brother thank you
Sending your little lady all the positivity, love, and prayers!! Speedy recovery!!!
I enjoyed this story thoroughly, especially when it shifts perspectives. I don't know why, but your two voices together are perfect. There's chemistry, and feeling you both put into your voice acting. I salute you both.
I want a continuation of this story, it was so good!
Another great job. My only complaint was I spent the first third of the story going, "Wait, were Iroquois attacks still a thing in 1829?" I also want to say the sound design in this one was a home run. Keep up the good work, Somn.
YEAHHH, was waiting for another upload, make sure you're keeping yourself in check man, been dropping lots of bangers, don't stress yourself, feeling a lot better listening to your stories man, going through grief and this helps:)
thank you very much! im making sure to take breaks inbetween vieos! :)
please Tell rom that ending was magnificent...shes been killing it
I’d love more like this! Something about historical horror is so beautiful.
I gotta admit, period setting zombie stories is something I'm a sucker for 💜
Hearing the parts about the kids is always the hardest for me but nevertheless a great story! Zombie stuff isn’t typically my favorite thing but this was a cool way to integrate infection into modern day society
That, my friend, was absolutely epic!! Thank you
My weekend was great! You have no idea how much my neurodivergent brain appreciates your posts.. it helps get through the day. So thank you for that, your narrations are awesome!
im so glad that the videos can help :)
Very good written story by Jesse Clark and well narrated too! I like these Vintage tales. Thanks for the upload.❤
This story felt so fresh and interesting despite being about one of the most common horror topics. Dark Somnium never disappoints.
Your ability to tell a story is F’n awesome
I've heard Viidith22's narration of this and it's good. He does different voices for different characters, but I see why you didn't feel the need to change the voices. You're basically reading journal entries written by one man, so you're reading them all in one voice. I think this works perfectly for the way the story is written. I say someone else comment about how you need to work on accents and shit 😂🤣😂🤣 obviously they haven't listened to a lot of your other stories!! As always, much love from SW Louisiana!😘
Yeah I heard Viidith22’s version too. It’s crazy how the exact same story can feel completely different based on the voice reading it. I like the fact Viidith did different voices though, I think it immerses you better into the story. Ronnie’s narration is still amazing ofc, the sound design is unmatched and having his girlfriend always reading the women’s parts adds a lot to his versions
I really enjoyed this story! It made my imagination run wild while capturing my total attention till the end. Props & thanks to the author & all who brought forth this morbid masterpiece for our listening pleasure.
Amazing story. Amazing teaser trailer as well. I always appreciate the background and music atmosphere you add to these narrations. Definitely going to get the chilling app! 👊
awesome! glad you enjoyed it!
listening to this from Bixler, PA about three miles from Loysville (Andersonburg)
YES! Just as I started my 40 minute drive back home. Thanks as always somnium! You’re the best 😊
good timing! drive safe!
@@Darksomnium got home safely. Great story! The pacing was very good and your narration and sound design was on point as always. Interesting story too
Really enjoyed this story. The trailer for Gale looks amazing!!! Ty for showing us!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Crazy crazy good Story. All of the other ones before were a bit more mystery but this one really tops a lot of stories on this channel so far! I especially love that you added the Zombie's sounds when they broke into the church! I think the craziest thing is that theres not only one character, but a whole Village involved. It truly gives the whole thing a big spike in seriousness and also adds to the thought that everyone in this war was scared extra hard. Couldnt express enough thanks for your stories! ❤❤❤
Once again another awesome narration!! I am pretty new to the channel but I'm devouring all the uploads pretty fast. I usually listen to your narrations while working, so now that has become my fav part of the day! Thanks a lot for all your hard work! Wishing all the happiness and success to you
Try 75 playback speed, lasts longer and sounds okay.
@@skinkrawler4363 Thankss 😁
I just wanna say thank you, because for 6 years, you’ve been helping me get rest.. the way you tell the stories is amazing and now you have a partner with a soothing voice that makes the stories even more better
You've been spoiling us with content lately, thank you for another top tier upload.
Your timing never ceases to amaze me with your uploads. Really gonna enjoy this one.
Just going to say, Ronnie, your uploads are what have kept me from actually going through with my attempts at self unaliving. Your stories have really helped. Thank you for being here. ❤
Glad you enjoy it!
A sequel to this following on from the archaeologists reawakening the fever would be great. The infected aren't often given this level of intelligence so it would be cool to see how things played out in a modern setting.
I want a 1.5 part of how people back then managed to sealed off the infection. Like, the zombies didn't just magically went to sleep after overtaking Andersonburg, right?
@@nguyenquyetthang1326 Good call! Perhaps that could be explained somehow in the sequel. There's definitely a lot of material here for expanding the story.
Another great story perfectly narrated. Thanks a lot man, and thanks for all your hard work, we all appreciate that.
Thank you!
God, the narration from the last woman made me tear up, made me feel so hopeless myself😞
Sir Dark I hope that you're in the movie! As for this story I can never get enough of your narrations! This one was extremely dark especially the end part when he mentions the one infant it gave me the chills. You keep putting out these bangers and I'll keep throwing your name around everywhere I go! I've already got all of my co-workers addicted so it's just a matter of time before I 🪝 the whole world! Much love and respect from New Hampshire!
Always loved this type of concept :) and you’ve done it so so well 💪
Always love a mysterious town disappearance story.
re-listening to your old narrarations when i remembered you posted a new one! So excited love your work, keep it up!
I have had a long shift at my EMS job and in the last 48 hours only got 2 of sleep. Perfect timing for a new vid. Just got home and I bet this will settle me enough to get much needed sleep. You're the best Ronnie!
I hope you get some rest soon! :)
I always love your work. especially since you do multiple voices, but also have others to help to really bring life to the characters. the ending was nice. didn't expect it to jump to modern day and reigniting the infection. that was cool.
Can't wait for part 2
Dude I swear whenever you and Rom work on something together I’m never disappointed, usually a bit tear jerked by the end tho 😭 great work to both of y’all
Wow, thank you! :)
Damn,
I have to say Zombies in the 19th century is a sub-genre isn't done often off. Well done my dude. Extremely engaging story! Would love more content like this.
Guts and Blackpowder is a Napoleonic zombie survival game, it's on Roblox though, but it's high quality. There are voice actors in the game as well.
This needs to be a movie
Awesomeness as always Mr Somnium. Thanks for making a Monday so much better with a good Creepypasta. From the the man the myth. The Dark Somnium
Fantastic story, and the trailer had me interested in picking up a subscription 😊
this story has such a unique atmosphere, and your voice sounds absolutely lovely in it! I’ll definitely come back to it often
thank you for dishing out such high quality content so often
That. was. so horrifying ang amazing. The slow realization to the end as just- wow.
Why do you gotta do this to us 😭😭 I don't normally like the "alien abduction" and "zombie plague" stories etc, bc I don't normally feel emotion towards them, but MAN do you breathe life into every inch of every narration you do! First you made me well up with tears at the bit Maria wrote, just to extend existentialism on me with the ending.
Just like the "thing in the basement is getting better at mimicking" story, I predicted the ending of this story... and, just like that other story, the ending still sent a shiver down my spine regardless of the prediction AND the cliche feeling of the ending... this is going in my "favorites/best" playlist!
Also, this story gave very big "All This For What" and "What I Cannot Know" vibes and I'm here for it
And the trailer looks badass as well can't wait for it
This is a wonderful day. Honestly how did the plague not spread around back then? They got the other town, but not any others?
I can’t believe you’re almost to a million! 😅🎉 so proud of you! Glad you’re getting up there you deserve all the recognition!
ikr! its crazy :) and thank you!
I LOVE this, I have been listening for hours. Keep it up- this is great ❤
Glad you enjoy it!
This is an awesome story! And an excellent rendition. Thank you!❤❤
Thanks for listening
The ending was heartbreaking
The attempts of a southern accent were cute lol Especially for more of a old southern kind of accent. Some people butcher southern accents.. hell most people do. But you did good ☺️ Thank you for spoiling us with so many stories lately! They are definitely appreciated!❤️❤️
I saw this pop up while I was at work and I've been waiting all day so letssss goooooooo
This is one of the best Southern Gothic stories I heard in a while, thanks for putting it out!
The consecutive content is awesome man!!
more to come!
Hello its the first time ive been this early. I just want you to know that I’ve been watching your videos when the channel was just a little over 100k subs. I just want to say thank you, your narrations have been a part of my daily routine for the past few years and have helped me through some dark times. I just wanted to thank you
Thank you so much!!
That Oz movie looks cool. Sort of a "Brightburn" treatment of the Wizard of Oz
Loved the story! Still couldn't help but mutter
"Oh, I'm as sharp as a coroner's needle Inside I'm cold as a marble eye"
During most of the story, love Rdr too much sometimes xD
I love the story and how you read it I love everything about this
I think the movie should just be named gale, its nice and short and doesn't give away too much
Excited about the movie, it looks excellent! Also that story was intense, I loved it
youre voice is so god damn calmin i have to watch tjese 2-3 times cause i just fall asleep
thank you so much! V:) V
this was wickedly awesome!!!
Just as i was going to bed. You never fail to deliver just in time.
sweet dreams!
" the infected"....man, when you hear those words you know it's gonna be good!
This presentation is as good as '9mm Theater'. Zombie videos are great all the way around!
this story has such a great atmosphere I was just sucked right in. Also, the trailer looks so good I am 100% gonna suggest that movie to watch with my family when it's out
Wow, what a gripping story!
I liked the story, although there's a few mostly nitpicky details that don't really make sense to me:
- The story is set in the 1829 but acts like Pennsylvania was on the American frontier.
- If "Andersonsburg" is really a town in West PA, I don't understand the focus on Philadelphia as the place to go get help. Cities such as Pittsburgh and Buffalo and Harrisburg are closer.
- There hadn't been any Iroquois attacks in the state for decades by then.
- How on Earth did they stop the infected the first time? If many towns were supposed to be overrun and even the state militia took casualties trying to get there, why did no one else write about this event? Why is the world normal?
And the biggest one...
- Why is the modern part of the story framed as an "expedition"? If the ruins have been intact for 200 years, no one found them until now? Like, it's an old town settled along a road in the 5th most populous state in the US. It's not some lost city in the Amazon jungle.
Been listing to your stories since the left right game thank you for all the entertainment you've given me over the years
thank you so much for the longtime support!
Wow the trailer from stay away from Oz looks pretty solid
This story was very good, very intriguing
Fire the answer is fire 🔥 if they would have just dug a trench filled it with the lamp oil in wood from old houses that you were going to burn anyway at night time y'all could have just burned burned all of them and that way when the body starts to pile up not to worry about anyone getting affected from just being close
Love your stories! Really looking forward to watching Gale. 😁
Really good story, I had a blast. Gotta love a zombie story in the 19th century
i need one of these with a happy ending man
Todays a good day when I see you uploaded