"Are You Afraid of the Dark?" is a 2019 television series released by Nickelodeon, aimed at a younger audience who are fans of hair raising goose bump moments. The show explores mysterious and thrilling stories narrated by a group of teenagers known as The Midnight Society. For this creative fanfiction, let's scintillate our imagination and delve deeper into the dark world the characters exist.

The Speculative Origin of The Midnight Society

While the series paints a picture of how The Midnight Society was formed, our fanfic will offer a speculative origin. What if the society was a centuries-old tradition? Passed down from generation to generation. A never-ending chain of fearful and adventurous spirits whose sole purpose of existence was to escape the mundaneness of the real world and dive into the thrilling narratives they conjure in the darkness.

In our version, the founding member will be a reputed recluse of the 19th century who discovers the ability to fabricate the dark, not out of sheer confusion, but out of inspiration drawn from the mystical occurrences he has encountered in his secluded life. The rationale behind the campfires will be a tribute to this man's solitary life, whose only company used to be the fire that flickered in his lantern.

The Posterity of the Society

At first glance, these kids seem ordinary. However, each member of The Midnight Society in our fanfiction possesses an extraordinary trait that holds an essential key to mysteries they encounter. These qualities might seem mundane at first, but when pieced together, they form a robust mechanism that unlocks the final puzzle piece of their stories.

For instance, Gavin, an athletic guy, possesses an obscure knowledge about herbs and plants that play out to save them from spectral attacks. Rachel, an introverted new kid, demonstrated an uncanny proficiency with ancient languages, proving to be instrumental in cracking cryptic messages and riddles.

The Dark App

Our fanfiction introduces an app called 'DarkGlyph'. It's not your ordinary social network, gaming or online store app. It acts as a gateway between the real world and the supernatural domain that The Midnight Society explores. Each member is required to download it on their phones.

The app is designed to provide hints, throw challenges, solve riddles, communicate with spectral beings, and assist in various ways. However, the app also has a mind of its own. It might misguide or throw the users into a deadly predicament if it feels threatened.

Tangible Fear

In our version, The Midnight Society can delve even further into their dark tales. With the integration of a VR device synced with the 'DarkGlyph' app, they can literally walk through their stories, experiencing the terror firsthand. The element of virtual reality enhances their encounters, making them more tangible and scarier.

This device will be created by the tech-savvy member of the group, Akiko. Risk will always loom on the periphery of every narrative, turning each tale into a virtual nightmare.

Concluding with A FAQ Section

1. Can 'DarkGlyph' be used to manipulate or summon the supernatural?
The 'DarkGlyph' can interact with the supernatural but cannot manipulate or summon them. It's more a translator and guide than a manipulative tool.
2. What happens when the story becomes real in virtual reality?
When the story becomes real in VR, the members have to find a way out. It's not just a story anymore; it's a survival game.
3. Does everyone in The Midnight Society possess an extraordinary trait?
Yes. Each member has a unique skill set that contributes to the overall function of the group and helps in solving the problems they face in their stories.

Our "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" fanfiction version offers a deeper understanding of The Midnight Society's origin, individual member's secret abilities, the incorporation of 'DarkGlyph' app, and use of a VR system. The darkness indeed holds many eerie secrets waiting to be unveiled.

References

1. Nickelodeon. (2019). Are You Afraid of the Dark?. https://www.nick.com/shows/are-you-afraid-of-the-dark
2. Jeffery, M. (2019). Are You Afraid of the Dark? is being rebooted - and it's scarier than you remember. Digital Spy. https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/ustv/a27677402/are-you-afraid-of-the-dark-reboot/

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