These three disturbing Appalachian Mountains horror stories about folklore horror are inspired by real events. Witness the Wampus Cat and Not-Deer in this true scary stories compilation.The Shadowteller Archives: File #004 – The Mountains Do Not ForgetA journey into the heart of the American wilderness, where the ancient hills hide secrets that refuse to stay buried. This anthology of Appalachian Mountains horror stories explores the terrifying intersection of modern man and ancient myth. These true scary stories serve as a warning: when you enter the deep timber, you are no longer at the top of the food chain.Chapter 1: The Mark of the BeastIn the isolated Cataloochee Valley, a confident hiker named Curtis ignores a ranger's warning about Appalachian folklore. He believes he knows the woods, but he is unprepared for the Great Smoky Mountains mystery that stalks him through the twilight. This tale of deep woods horror reveals the chilling reality behind the Wampus Cat legend. As the sun sets, Curtis realizes that the disturbing forest encounters he dismissed as myths are actually cryptid encounters with a predator that defies biology. This creature features a Wampus Cat that hunts not for food, but for territory, leaving a mark that will haunt you long after the video ends.Chapter 2: The Eyes in the DarkThree spelunkers descend into the crushing silence of the Cherokee National Forest, seeking the thrill of caving horror stories. What they find in the abyss is far worse than the dark. This segment of spelunking scary stories brings viewers face-to-face with the Moon-Eyed People, a race of feral people whispered about in Cherokee folklore. As the explorers uncover strange petroglyphs and hear the skittering of something in the woods—or rather, beneath it—they are plunged into a nightmare of high strangeness. This account of the The Moon Eyed People legend proves that some national park mysteries are better left unsolved.Chapter 3: The Geometric NightmareIsaiah, a man of logic and numbers, encounters the impossible while working a timber contract in Virginia. This surveyor horror story documents the unnerving Not Deer sightings that have plagued the region. Unlike other cryptid stories, the Not-Deer is a mimic, a biological wrongness that stands on two legs and rewrites reality. This narrative captures the essence of cryptid horror and the dread of the not deer cryptid, transforming a mundane job into a fight for sanity against a disturbing force of Appalachian Mountains malice.The Shadowteller's VerdictFrom paranormal stories of ancient entities to modern accounts of cryptozoology, this collection covers the full spectrum of Appalachia mysteries. Whether you are looking for scary stories for sleep or a deep dive into folklore horror, these true creepy encounters will make you question what watches you from the tree line. Join us for the ultimate horror narration experience as we unravel these true horror stories and Appalachian horror stories. If you enjoy creepypasta and scary stories that blur the line between fiction and reality, you have found your home in the shadows.TIMESTAMPS00:52 - The Wampus Cat Cataloochee Valley (Appalachian Mountains Horror Story 1)10:43 - The Moon-Eyed People Cherokee National Forest (Appalachian Mountains Horror Story 2)22:00 - The Not-Deer Virginia Wilderness (Appalachian Mountains Horror Story 3)ENTER THE SHADOWSThe stories don't end here. Share your own true scary stories or theories about these cryptid stories in the comments. Have you ever seen moon-eyed people or a wampus cat? The community waits to hear your voice.► Subscribe for more Appalachian folklore and horror narrationThis story is inspired by real events and documented experiences, with creative interpretation for dramatic effect. Core events are based on true occurrences.