#eternaltorment

[helmort]

🎃 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗿𝗼𝗻 🎃

In the turbulent year of 1960, an enigmatic figure known as "The Great General" cast his ominous shadow over a South American state. His reputation, a tenebrous legend, surpassed his meager military prowess. Born of privilege, not talent, his dominion over the land was built on fear and ruthless executions.

One eerie day, he embarked on an expedition to a nameless, remote town where chickens outnumbered souls, and a simple meal of rice and beans held more value than lofty ideals. His mission: to mock the struggles of ordinary people. Yet, he could not have foreseen the descent into an abyss that awaited him.

The horror began when he coerced local farmers and fishermen into grotesque performances, silencing any who dared oppose his twisted amusement. But the true nightmare lurked within a decrepit shanty. There, he stumbled upon cryptic books written in an eerie script. Silence reigned, despite his violent inquisitions, until a quaking woman unveiled a concealed trap door in the floor. Defying her desperate pleas, he descended into a chasm, unearthing an intricate tunnel leading to a hidden underground sanctuary. This was no rebel's lair, but a crypt of dread built by ancient civilizations, concealing arcane technology untouched by time. The General's gaze fell upon lifelike robots, grotesque automatons resistant to the ravages of ages. Driven by his insatiable hunger for power, he recklessly attempted to awaken the mechanical sentinels through a cryptic computer thinking about world dominion. A dark ritual unfurled, igniting a cataclysmic response. The ancient machines turned on his men, orchestrating a ghastly symphony of metallic death with noises of chainsaws and broken bones.

As they circled him, they revealed their cursed genesis. "Once, we were human, warriors" they intoned, "but a shaman's curse transmuted us into beings of iron, for only iron conceals a killer's heart. You, too, shall share our fate: an eternity of silence, encased in an iron coffin, a grotesque parody of life."

In a blinding flash, The Great General joined their grotesque metallic ranks, stripped of humanity. He waited in eternal torment, a soulless sentinel in the shadows, eager to claim more hapless souls who dared venture into the abyss.

💀☠️💀☠️💀

[makeastraightpath]

A BRUISED REED SWAYING IN THE WIND - "Obey NOT the commandments of men!" *Source: https://www.thevolumesoftruth.com/A_Bruised_Reed_Swaying_in_the_Wind

[nocturnalversesandtales]

The Bloodstone Gateway by Spectra Noir

The locals spoke in hushed tones of the cursed gateway, an entrance to realms best left untouched. Yet, the soldiers, hardened by the brutality of endless wars, found themselves drawn by a chilling sense of duty and fate. As they approached the forest's edge, a cold wind howled through the trees, carrying the whispers of ancient secrets and unseen eyes. Captain Elric tightened his grip on his sword, his heart pounding in sync with the relentless drumbeat of impending danger. A crow cawed ominously from a gnarled branch, its cry echoing through the twilight like a warning.

Rumors had reached their ears of a mystical artifact hidden within the forest, one that could turn the tide of the ceaseless conflict ravaging their homeland. Desperation drove them forward, the promise of salvation hanging just out of reach. Captain Elric, his face etched with the scars of conflict, led his men through the forest, his mind replaying the last conversation he had with his wife. He had promised her he'd return with a way to end the war. I can't fail her.

They had married just before he was deployed, their love a beacon of hope in the darkest times. He carried her last letter with him, her words of encouragement a constant reminder of why he fought. I promised her we'd have a future together, and I can't break that promise. Their steps were heavy, the crunch of leaves underfoot punctuating the silence that seemed to thicken with each stride. The trees, with their skeletal limbs and creeping vines, seemed to watch them with malevolent eyes, their whispers carried on the wind like mournful wails.

The cursed gateway loomed before them, an ancient structure of twisted stone, its dark silhouette a stark contrast against the dimming light. The archway was massive, its keystone a grotesque carving of a demonic head, its hollow eyes staring into the void, and its jagged mouth twisted into a mocking grin. As the daylight waned, the stones, slick with moss and engraved with strange runes, seemed to pulse with a faint, eerie glow. As they crossed the threshold, the atmosphere changed drastically.

The temperature plummeted, the chill seeping through their uniforms and biting into their bones. The surrounding air grew dense and musty, a mix of damp earth, decaying leaves, and an underlying acrid scent like burnt wood. Shadows thickened, and an eerie mist began to curl around their ankles, rising like ghostly fingers from the ground. Every breath was a struggle against the thick, oppressive air, which carried a faint, almost imperceptible hum, as if the forest itself were alive and breathing. From the corner of his eye, Elric thought he saw a shadow dart among the trees, but when he turned, there was nothing.

Elric paused, turning to his men. “We’ve faced worse than this,” he said, attempting to inject confidence into his voice. If they see my fear, we're doomed. “Remember why we’re here.”

Sergeant Harlan, usually the first to crack a joke, remained silent, his knuckles white with tension. He thought of his son, born just before he left for this mission. The memory of the last time he held his son, feeling his small heartbeat against his chest, filled him with a renewed sense of urgency. Gotta get home. "Gotta get home," he whispered to himself, gripping his weapon tighter. His wife had looked at him with a mix of fear and hope, begging him to return safely. I promised her I'd be there to see him grow up. His breath came in short, quick bursts, the anxiety tightening around his chest like a vise. Every step he took was driven by the need to survive and return to his family.

Private Lyle, the youngest of the group, swallowed hard, his eyes wide with fear. He recalled his sister’s letter, her words of hope and pride. Lyle had promised her he'd come back a hero, not another name carved on a gravestone. I can't die here. I promised her. Growing up, his sister had always been his biggest supporter, cheering him on in everything he did. Her letters were lifelines, reminding him of the world beyond the battlefield. She believes in me, and I can't let her down. He wiped sweat from his brow, despite the cold. “Hey, Davis,” Lyle whispered, trying to distract himself. “You remember that time in training when you fell into the river?”

Corporal Davis chuckled nervously, the sound strained and unnatural. “Yeah, and Harlan had to pull me out while you all laughed. Good times.” He looked around nervously, clutching a small, worn photo of his family. Please, let me see them again. My kids can't grow up without their dad. His wife and children were his world, and every mission he undertook was for their future. He remembered his daughter's first steps, his son's first words—moments he cherished and fought to protect. I've missed so much already; I can't miss any more. His hands shook slightly, the photo crumpling under his grip. "Elric, do you think we'll make it back?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.

Elric halted the group for a moment, sensing their fear. I have to be strong for them. “We will get through this,” he said, more softly this time. “Think of what we’re fighting for. Your families, your homes.”

Private Mitchell, known for his sharp shooting and stoic demeanor, muttered a prayer under his breath. He had seen too many friends fall in battle and carried a rosary given by his late mother. Guide us, Mom. I can't let them down. His mother had been his moral compass, her faith guiding him through the darkest times. Her death had left a void, but her rosary was a source of strength. She always believed in me, even when I didn't believe in myself. Mitchell's hands trembled slightly as he ran his fingers over the worn beads. He adjusted his grip on his rifle, his knuckles white. "God help us," he said quietly.

They took a collective breath, the calm before the storm. The demonic head carved into the archway, its eyes hollow sockets of darkness, seemed to breathe, its jagged mouth twisted into a grin that promised only doom. The air was thick with the scent of decay and something more—something ancient and sinister. Deep within the forest, the men felt the oppressive weight of its gaze, each step growing heavier. Carrying a chorus of faint, eerie wails that sent chills down their spines, the wind whispered through the trees. Their uniforms offered no protection against the biting cold, and they could sense the moisture seeping into their boots.

The surrounding environment began to change. The once firm ground turned soft and muddy, making each step a struggle. What little light remained was blocked out as the canopy above grew denser. Shadows seemed to move independently of their sources, creating a disorienting and unsettling effect. The sounds of the forest grew muted, each crackle of leaves or snap of a twig amplified in the heavy silence. A sudden rustling nearby made them all freeze, their eyes scanning the shadows for any sign of movement.

Elric felt a pang of doubt. He remembered the promise he made to his wife, and for a moment, he wondered if he’d ever see her again. But he couldn't show weakness now. You have to be strong, Elric. For her. "Stay sharp!" he barked, his voice trembling despite his resolve. "This place is cursed."

Sergeant Harlan nodded, his usual bravado replaced by grim determination. Gotta get home to my boy. His hand tightened around the grip of his rifle, his knuckles turning white. “I hope you’re right about this artifact, Captain,” he muttered. “For all our sakes.”

“Quiet down, Harlan,” Mitchell whispered back. “Let the Captain focus.” He scanned the darkened forest, his rifle at the ready, every muscle in his body tense.

A chill wind picked up, rustling the branches overhead. The air was filled with a faint, almost imperceptible hum, as if the forest itself was alive and breathing. Mingling with the acrid stench of something long dead, the scent of decay grew stronger. The soldiers' eyes darted nervously at every shadow, their breaths coming in short, visible puffs.

Before Elric could respond, a figure emerged from the darkness—a gaunt, spectral figure draped in tattered robes, its eyes burning with a cold, otherworldly fire. It was the spirit of the forest, a guardian bound to its cursed grounds, forever mourning the blood that had been spilled upon these very soils. The air grew colder, the scent of rot mingling with the metallic tang of blood, making the soldiers' stomachs churn.

The trees around them seemed to lean closer, their gnarled branches like skeletal fingers, reaching for the intruders. The archway, now behind them, appeared to pulse with a dark energy, as if it were a living entity, hungry for more souls.

“You dare to tread upon sacred ground?” the spirit intoned, its voice echoing through the trees, each word a dagger to their resolve. “This path was forged by the blood of the innocent, by those who sought to flee their fate and were ensnared by the forest’s hunger.”

Elric stepped forward, trying to keep his voice steady. Don't falter now. "We're here to end our suffering. We seek the artifact that can bring peace." He felt a bead of sweat trickle down his temple, his hand gripping his sword tightly.

The spirit's eyes narrowed, and a flicker of recognition passed over its face. "Peace? You seek peace?" it hissed. "There is no peace here, only eternal torment."

Private Lyle glanced nervously at Elric. I don't want to die here. He could feel his heart pounding in his chest, his legs trembling. “Captain, maybe we should turn back. This doesn’t feel right.”

Elric shook his head. I can't let fear control us. “We’ve come too far, Lyle. We can’t turn back now.”

The soldiers, paralyzed with fear, could only watch as the spirit's form began to blur and contort, its eyes now twin orbs of burning red. The ground beneath them erupted in a cacophony of screams, the souls of the damned rising from the earth, their tormented cries a symphony of despair. Elric's mind raced with memories of fallen comrades and battles fought, the weight of their sacrifices bearing down on him. He thought of his brother, lost in the first wave of the war, and the promise he'd made to bring him home.

I won't fail you again, brother. Elric's jaw clenched as he tightened his grip on his sword, the cold metal grounding him amid the chaos.

Private Mitchell gripped his rosary tighter, his lips moving in silent prayer. He could feel the chill of the beads pressing into his skin, a painful reminder of his faith and his mother’s unwavering belief in him. Guide us, Mom. I can't let them down. His heart pounded in his chest, the rapid thudding a desperate plea for divine intervention.

Corporal Davis tried to recall any medical knowledge that could help them against spirits, but his mind came up blank. Nothing in the manual for this. His breathing quickened, his eyes wide with terror. The scent of decay and death filled his nostrils, making him gag. His fingers twitched around the photo of his family, his lifeline in this nightmare.

Sergeant Harlan, despite his fear, stepped forward with Elric, ready to face whatever came. “We’re with you, Captain,” he said firmly, his voice shaking. His body felt heavy, as if the very air were pressing down on him, but the thought of his son’s face kept him moving forward. Gotta get home to my boy.

Elric, his voice now a mere whisper, choked out a plea, “What must we do?”

“Leave this place,” the spirit commanded, its voice a gale of icy wind. The sound of it sent shivers down their spines, freezing their blood. “Or become the next souls bound to this cursed land.”

A sudden gust of wind revealed the true form of the spirit—it was Elric's brother, his face twisted with anguish and rage. "You abandoned me," the spirit snarled, its voice filled with centuries of pain and betrayal. "And now, you will suffer as I have."

Elric stumbled back, the revelation shaking him to his core. No, it can't be. "I... I thought you were dead." His hands trembled, his sword clattering against the ground. The world around him spun, the shadows deepening into a suffocating blackness.

The ground beneath them began to crack, the earth splitting open with a deafening roar. From the depths emerged the genuine horror—a mass of writhing roots and skeletal hands, reaching out to drag them into the abyss. The demonic head above them roared, its mouth opening wider, swallowing the light, the hope, and the very essence of their humanity.

Elric's brother-turned-spirit let out a harrowing laugh. "You seek an artifact, but it is I who have sought you. Welcome to your fate."

The soldiers' screams mingled with the eerie wails of the forest, creating a symphony of despair that echoed through the cursed gateway. As the last soldier’s scream faded into the darkness, the archway stood silent once more, a twisted monument to the folly of those who dared to challenge the ancient curse. The forest returned to its eerie quiet, the oppressive silence more deafening than any noise. The moon’s light once again filtered through the canopy, casting a ghostly glow upon the path that none would ever dare to tread again.

In the nearby village, the locals spoke of the soldiers' fate, their story a new chapter in the legend of the cursed gateway.

Mitchell, the lone survivor, sat on the edge of the village, his body battered and his spirit broken. His rosary dangled from his fingers, the beads slick with sweat and tears. He stared into the forest, where the gateway loomed like a dark memory. Guide us, Mom. I can't let them down.

With a heavy heart, he began to write in his journal, each word a tribute to his fallen comrades. "They were the bravest men I've ever known. We sought peace but found only sorrow. I will carry their memories with me, a burden and an honor, until my last breath. The forest claimed them, but their spirits will live on in the tales of those who remember them."

Mitchell looked up at the sky, the stars twinkling like the souls of his fallen friends. He whispered a final prayer, "May they find the peace in death that eluded them in life."

[spectranoirofficial]

The Bloodstone Gateway by Spectra Noir

The locals spoke in hushed tones of the cursed gateway, an entrance to realms best left untouched. Yet, the soldiers, hardened by the brutality of endless wars, found themselves drawn by a chilling sense of duty and fate. As they approached the forest's edge, a cold wind howled through the trees, carrying the whispers of ancient secrets and unseen eyes. Captain Elric tightened his grip on his sword, his heart pounding in sync with the relentless drumbeat of impending danger. A crow cawed ominously from a gnarled branch, its cry echoing through the twilight like a warning.

Rumors had reached their ears of a mystical artifact hidden within the forest, one that could turn the tide of the ceaseless conflict ravaging their homeland. Desperation drove them forward, the promise of salvation hanging just out of reach. Captain Elric, his face etched with the scars of conflict, led his men through the forest, his mind replaying the last conversation he had with his wife. He had promised her he'd return with a way to end the war. I can't fail her.

They had married just before he was deployed, their love a beacon of hope in the darkest times. He carried her last letter with him, her words of encouragement a constant reminder of why he fought. I promised her we'd have a future together, and I can't break that promise. Their steps were heavy, the crunch of leaves underfoot punctuating the silence that seemed to thicken with each stride. The trees, with their skeletal limbs and creeping vines, seemed to watch them with malevolent eyes, their whispers carried on the wind like mournful wails.

The cursed gateway loomed before them, an ancient structure of twisted stone, its dark silhouette a stark contrast against the dimming light. The archway was massive, its keystone a grotesque carving of a demonic head, its hollow eyes staring into the void, and its jagged mouth twisted into a mocking grin. The stones were slick with moss and engraved with strange runes that seemed to pulse with a faint, eerie glow as the daylight waned. As they crossed the threshold, the atmosphere changed drastically.

The temperature plummeted, the chill seeping through their uniforms and biting into their bones. The air around them grew dense and musty, a mix of damp earth, decaying leaves, and an underlying acrid scent like burnt wood. Shadows thickened, and an eerie mist began to curl around their ankles, rising like ghostly fingers from the ground. Every breath was a struggle against the thick, oppressive air, which carried a faint, almost imperceptible hum, as if the forest itself were alive and breathing. From the corner of his eye, Elric thought he saw a shadow dart among the trees, but when he turned, there was nothing.

Elric paused, turning to his men. “We’ve faced worse than this,” he said, attempting to inject confidence into his voice. If they see my fear, we're doomed. “Remember why we’re here.”

Sergeant Harlan, usually the first to crack a joke, remained silent, his knuckles white with tension. He thought of his son, born just before he left for this mission. The memory of the last time he held his son, feeling his small heartbeat against his chest, filled him with a renewed sense of urgency. Gotta get home. "Gotta get home," he whispered to himself, gripping his weapon tighter. His wife had looked at him with a mix of fear and hope, begging him to return safely. I promised her I'd be there to see him grow up. His breath came in short, quick bursts, the anxiety tightening around his chest like a vice. Every step he took was driven by the need to survive and return to his family.

Private Lyle, the youngest of the group, swallowed hard, his eyes wide with fear. He recalled his sister’s letter, her words of hope and pride. Lyle had promised her he'd come back a hero, not another name carved on a gravestone. I can't die here. I promised her. Growing up, his sister had always been his biggest supporter, cheering him on in everything he did. Her letters were lifelines, reminding him of the world beyond the battlefield. She believes in me, and I can't let her down. He wiped sweat from his brow, despite the cold. “Hey, Davis,” Lyle whispered, trying to distract himself. “You remember that time in training when you fell into the river?”

Corporal Davis chuckled nervously, the sound strained and unnatural. “Yeah, and Harlan had to pull me out while you all laughed. Good times.” He looked around nervously, clutching a small, worn photo of his family. Please, let me see them again. My kids can't grow up without their dad. His wife and children were his world, and every mission he undertook was for their future. He remembered his daughter's first steps, his son's first words—moments he cherished and fought to protect. I've missed so much already; I can't miss any more. His hands shook slightly, the photo crumpling under his grip. "Elric, do you think we'll make it back?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.

Elric halted the group for a moment, sensing their fear. I have to be strong for them. “We will get through this,” he said, more softly this time. “Think of what we’re fighting for. Your families, your homes.”

Private Mitchell, known for his sharp shooting and stoic demeanor, muttered a prayer under his breath. He had seen too many friends fall in battle and carried a rosary given by his late mother. Guide us, Mom. I can't let them down. His mother had been his moral compass, her faith guiding him through the darkest times. Her death had left a void, but her rosary was a source of strength. She always believed in me, even when I didn't believe in myself. Mitchell's hands trembled slightly as he ran his fingers over the worn beads. He adjusted his grip on his rifle, his knuckles white. "God help us," he said quietly.

They took a collective breath, the calm before the storm. The demonic head carved into the archway, its eyes hollow sockets of darkness, seemed to breathe, its jagged mouth twisted into a grin that promised only doom. The air was thick with the scent of decay and something more—something ancient and sinister. The men felt the oppressive weight of the forest’s gaze, each step heavier than the last. The wind whispered through the trees, carrying a chorus of faint, eerie wails that sent chills down their spines. The cold bit through their uniforms, and they could feel the dampness seeping into their boots.

The environment around them began to change. The once firm ground turned soft and muddy, making each step a struggle. The canopy above grew denser, blocking out what little light remained. Shadows seemed to move independently of their sources, creating a disorienting and unsettling effect. The sounds of the forest grew muted, each crackle of leaves or snap of a twig amplified in the heavy silence. A sudden rustling nearby made them all freeze, their eyes scanning the shadows for any sign of movement.

Elric felt a pang of doubt. He remembered the promise he made to his wife, and for a moment, he wondered if he’d ever see her again. But he couldn't show weakness now. You have to be strong, Elric. For her. "Stay sharp!" he barked, his voice trembling despite his resolve. "This place is cursed."

Sergeant Harlan nodded, his usual bravado replaced by grim determination. Gotta get home to my boy. His hand tightened around the grip of his rifle, his knuckles turning white. “I hope you’re right about this artifact, Captain,” he muttered. “For all our sakes.”

“Quiet down, Harlan,” Mitchell whispered back. “Let the Captain focus.” He scanned the darkened forest, his rifle at the ready, every muscle in his body tense.

A chill wind picked up, rustling the branches overhead. The air was filled with a faint, almost imperceptible hum, as if the forest itself was alive and breathing. The scent of decay intensified, mingling with the acrid stench of something long dead. The soldiers' breaths came in short, visible puffs, their eyes darting nervously at every shadow.

Before Elric could respond, a figure emerged from the darkness—a gaunt, spectral figure draped in tattered robes, its eyes burning with a cold, otherworldly fire. It was the spirit of the forest, a guardian bound to its cursed grounds, forever mourning the blood that had been spilled upon these very soils. The air grew colder, the scent of rot mingling with the metallic tang of blood, making the soldiers' stomachs churn.

The trees around them seemed to lean closer, their gnarled branches like skeletal fingers, reaching for the intruders. The archway, now behind them, appeared to pulse with a dark energy, as if it were a living entity, hungry for more souls.

“You dare to tread upon sacred ground?” the spirit intoned, its voice echoing through the trees, each word a dagger to their resolve. “This path was forged by the blood of the innocent, by those who sought to flee their fate and were ensnared by the forest’s hunger.”

Elric stepped forward, trying to keep his voice steady. Don't falter now. "We're here to end our suffering. We seek the artifact that can bring peace." He felt a bead of sweat trickle down his temple, his hand gripping his sword tightly.

The spirit's eyes narrowed, and a flicker of recognition passed over its face. "Peace? You seek peace?" it hissed. "There is no peace here, only eternal torment."

Private Lyle glanced nervously at Elric. I don't want to die here. He could feel his heart pounding in his chest, his legs trembling. “Captain, maybe we should turn back. This doesn’t feel right.”

Elric shook his head. I can't let fear control us. “We’ve come too far, Lyle. We can’t turn back now.”

The soldiers, paralyzed with fear, could only watch as the spirit's form began to blur and contort, its eyes now twin orbs of burning red. The ground beneath them erupted in a cacophony of screams, the souls of the damned rising from the earth, their tormented cries a symphony of despair. Elric's mind raced with memories of fallen comrades and battles fought, the weight of their sacrifices bearing down on him. He thought of his brother, lost in the first wave of the war, and the promise he'd made to bring him home.

I won't fail you again, brother. Elric's jaw clenched as he tightened his grip on his sword, the cold metal grounding him amid the chaos.

Private Mitchell gripped his rosary tighter, his lips moving in silent prayer. He could feel the chill of the beads pressing into his skin, a painful reminder of his faith and his mother’s unwavering belief in him. Guide us, Mom. I can't let them down. His heart pounded in his chest, the rapid thudding a desperate plea for divine intervention.

Corporal Davis tried to recall any medical knowledge that could help them against spirits, but his mind came up blank. Nothing in the manual for this. His breathing quickened, his eyes wide with terror. The scent of decay and death filled his nostrils, making him gag. His fingers twitched around the photo of his family, his lifeline in this nightmare.

Sergeant Harlan, despite his fear, stepped forward with Elric, ready to face whatever came. “We’re with you, Captain,” he said firmly, his voice shaking. His body felt heavy, as if the very air were pressing down on him, but the thought of his son’s face kept him moving forward. Gotta get home to my boy.

Elric, his voice now a mere whisper, choked out a plea, “What must we do?”

“Leave this place,” the spirit commanded, its voice a gale of icy wind. The sound of it sent shivers down their spines, freezing their blood. “Or become the next souls bound to this cursed land.”

A sudden gust of wind revealed the true form of the spirit—it was Elric's brother, his face twisted with anguish and rage. "You abandoned me," the spirit snarled, its voice filled with centuries of pain and betrayal. "And now, you will suffer as I have."

Elric stumbled back, the revelation shaking him to his core. No, it can't be. "I... I thought you were dead." His hands trembled, his sword clattering against the ground. The world around him spun, the shadows deepening into a suffocating blackness.

The ground beneath them began to crack, the earth splitting open with a deafening roar. From the depths emerged the true horror—a mass of writhing roots and skeletal hands, reaching out to drag them into the abyss. The demonic head above them roared, its mouth opening wider, swallowing the light, the hope, and the very essence of their humanity.

Elric's brother-turned-spirit let out a harrowing laugh. "You seek an artifact, but it is I who have sought you. Welcome to your fate."

The soldiers' screams mingled with the eerie wails of the forest, creating a symphony of despair that echoed through the cursed gateway. As the last soldier’s scream faded into the darkness, the archway stood silent once more, a twisted monument to the folly of those who dared to challenge the ancient curse. The forest returned to its eerie quiet, the oppressive silence more deafening than any noise. The moon’s light once again filtered through the canopy, casting a ghostly glow upon the path that none would ever dare to tread again.

In the nearby village, the locals spoke of the soldiers' fate, their story a new chapter in the legend of the cursed gateway.

Mitchell, the lone survivor, sat on the edge of the village, his body battered and his spirit broken. His rosary dangled from his fingers, the beads slick with sweat and tears. He stared into the forest, where the gateway loomed like a dark memory. Guide us, Mom. I can't let them down.

With a heavy heart, he began to write in his journal, each word a tribute to his fallen comrades. "They were the bravest men I've ever known. We sought peace but found only sorrow. I will carry their memories with me, a burden and an honor, until my last breath. The forest claimed them, but their spirits will live on in the tales of those who remember them."

Mitchell looked up at the sky, the stars twinkling like the souls of his fallen friends. He whispered a final prayer, "May they find the peace in death that eluded them in life."

[christianityoriginal]

*#Hell #EternalTorment #Spidey* http://ChristianityOriginal.com/Hell *"The New Testament does not describe the torment of Gehenna or portray Satan as the lord of Gehenna.* These are *later literary accoutrements."* -- Anchor Bible Dictionary, S. V. "Hades, Gehenna". *#TheBible #GoOriginal*

[miamignonette]

another week almost over #eternaltorment #thecyclestartsanew

[delightintheway]

A BLEMISH AND A STAIN - This doctrine is a loathsome spot on every garment worn in the name of truth ~ 5/6/11 From The Lord, Our God and Savior For All Those Who Have Ears to Hear Source: https://www.thevolumesoftruth.com/A_Blemish_and_a_Stain (Regarding the doctrine of "hell and eternal torment" as taught in the churches of men) *BIBLE/LETTER STUDY: The State of the Dead and The Fate of the Wicked: The False Doctrine of Hell and Eternal Torment Exposed - http://trumpetcallofgodonline.com/index.php5?title=The_State_of_the_Dead_and_The_Fate_of_the_Wicked%3A_The_False_Doctrine_of_Hell_and_Eternal_Torment_Exposed

[spinecutter]

sorry i just hope damon albarn suffers eternal torment and goes to hell and dies and suffers forever and ever and ever #peaceandlove

and i respect that 💜 but he only needs to go to hell #onetime to suffer #eternaltorment .. god pless you, have a wonderful rest of Your night.

[girldraki]

Can you give some more info on Talloran 2. Why are they so *gestures*

short version: playing along with 3999, which they have editorialized into Winning At 3999, and not really able to process that their schtick has been rendered completely pointless by the lack of an ongoing narrative anomaly pointed directly at them

longer version: iteration of talloran, or part of talloran, or something like that that processed the whole "horror narrative" thing and, instead of reacting like talloran prime and trying to kill 3999 outright, did a more roundabout thing and became the bestest main character ever and thus took over 3999's job.

note that we did not say "killed it", because the way they did this failed to actually take out the anomaly-at-large as much as sort of putting them in the writer's chair of their slice of 3999 without the psychological stability to gracefully ease into a slightly... calmer... narrative or even really process that as an option. #Tormented till my last breath hit like if you think #eternaltorment best and smart in world etc. so basically they just kept doing exactly the same shit with less outside input until talloran prime got it together and killed 3999

also the whole thing understandably gave them several complexes so theyre convinced despite all evidence to the contrary that their personal approach to this was objectively The Best one, talloran prime is a fucking idiot because now they're all traumatized unlike talloran-2 who is (obviously) a model of mental health and probably the fact that everyone else keeps acting so weird about their behavior is, like, a them problem. GOD theyre so normal

[rethinkingthefaith]

Hellish Dogmas Full of Foolishness

Christians who defend the doctrine of endless torture routinely fail in their attempts to show how the whole span of Scripture supports it conclusively. But even if we can find a stray verse here and there that appears to teach the doctrine, does that seal up the traditional argument? I say it most certainly does not.

There are larger issues to consider than just "this verse teaches this" and "this verse teaches that." Such principles as the benevolence of the Creator, His desire to redeem His erring creatures, His perfections (which must rule out cruelty and excessive punishment).

"But a punishment of infinite duration is not excessive," says the traditionalist, "because we are sinning against an infinite Being." Yes, but we are finite. Our sin occupies the span of no more than a century (usually much less). How much sin can a person pack into a single human life to justify trillions and trillions of years -- rolling on in endless succession -- filled with nothing but ghastly punishment? Is this reasonable? An eternity of punishment for sins committed within a fleeting block of time?

Imagine that Congress were to pass a federal law mandating dismemberment and death over a slow fire as the punishment for speeding on all interstate highways. Of course, such a penalty would be incredibly out of proportion to the wrong committed and would draw universal revulsion. But this doesn't begin to compare with traditionalism's infinite sentence for sins committed in a finite span on earth. Burning for such a duration that even the life span of all the stars in the universe would be a trifling blip, all this is supposed to come from the hand of a God whose "mercy endures forever."

Add to this the fact that humans all enter this world with a bent toward doing what is wrong, a bent allegedly handed down from an ancient ancestor, and the difficulties assume astronomical proportions. Not one of us is capable of living a life free of sin -- we just flat-out can't do it. And so humans receive this horrific punishment for failing to avoid the inevitable. Does that accord with any rational person's sense of justice?

Suppose a country made it a law that every resident walk 20 miles once a year, and that failure to do so would merit a swift execution. We would assume that, no matter how backward and depraved such a culture might be, it must make exceptions for people incapable of walking: the sick, the lame, the infirm. But no, even they must make the trek -- inability exempts no one. Can you fathom the worldwide condemnation of such standards of justice? And yet, this outrage is the very standard millions of Christians impute to the perfect, benevolent Father. His creatures can't live a life free of sin, even if they honestly desire it; and yet, an eternity of torture is considered just deserts for such poor creatures.

Rational Christians know that this idea clashes with our inner sense of rectitude. They deal with the discomfort in a number of ways. Some steel their hearts with cruel dogmas so that all sympathy ebbs away, freeing them from the struggle. They speak with icy exactitude about original sin, total depravity, judicial hardening, reprobation, even infant damnation. Accordingly, any erstwhile tenderness toward their fellow men has all but crusted over. The sentiment from such people is plain as it is ugly: "If God has predestined them to hell, then that's where I want them. And if you have a problem with that, you just don't love the truth."

Others deal with the inner conundrum in the opposite manner. They paper over the doctrine, despite their claims of accepting it. The traditional hell never comes up in conversation, in sermons, in any of their literature. People all around them are going down to perdition every day, but they don't seem to notice: the church potlucks go on as usual. These tenderer Christians employ the popular euphemism "eternal separation from God" -- rhetoric that doesn't grate on the moral sensibilities the way Jonathan Edwards' language does. They also say silly things like, "God doesn't send anyone to hell, people send themselves there." But that impotent effort to get God off the hook still leaves us with billion of humans convulsing in agony, world without end (just as Dr. Edwards would affirm).

"Yes, it's horrible, but this glorifies God's justice," I hear some people say. An omnipotent Being shutting up weak creatures in hell forever because they couldn't do what they by nature were incapable of doing: You call that a glorification of justice?? If I were to torture mice to demonstrate my vast superiority over them and their wretchedness in my sight, would anyone be impressed? Would anyone NOT condemn me for it?

If this really is at the heart of Christian teaching, then it's no wonder that people shun Christianity. And I don't blame them. But, happily, an increasing number of Christian believers are dissenting from the hellfire of "old-time religion." May their tribe increase.

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eternal torment

:eternaltorment:

is a silly emoji.

It is very good.

[meitukong]

小區保安撞臉馬雲網友：事實證明馬雲不靠臉吃飯

58歲的小區護衛柯全壽因為長相，成了成都新鴻南一巷的紅人。原因是，他長了一張酷似馬雲的臉。

雖然柯全壽自認為和馬雲不怎麼像，但包括他的兒子在內，很多人都認為“很像”。

他回憶，大概是三年前，有人發現他長得像馬雲，最近一段時間，不斷有市民因為他的長相過來看他，要求合影。

“有一位小區居民愛開玩笑，每次經過門衛室，都要喊我一聲‘馬哥’。”

全世界那麼多人，總有些一對基因撞在一起就變得和另外一對基因差不多了….。。話不多說，直接上圖。

網友熱評：

@EternalTorment：長得像馬雲並沒有什麼好值得高興的….。。

@高高的落基山上：同樣的臉有人首富有人守門，各位算命風水大仙可以歇歇了！

@紙黃金：這個不是像，是理論平行空間中的馬雲，由於阿里20年經營不善，倒閉後馬雲不能東山再起，在小區當了保安工作

@貴銀現貨：事實證明馬雲不是靠臉吃飯的

@車失魚：說實話，比馬雲要帥一些

@憤怒無奈的人：難怪阿里遲遲不願意推出刷臉支付

@一天四班倒：馬雲他爹，鑒定完畢

@休克的魚_：20年後馬雲的長像…

@@xu-mei覺得他應該去阿里巴巴門口

@天河購：拍照收費啊，馬雲又引導了一條發財致富的道路

@Lydia-冰冰冰塊：最難過的是有馬雲的臉沒馬雲的錢

@ahbang1997：長得和馬雲一樣令人心痛，財富卻不能和馬雲一樣令人心動，特麼這不是悲劇麼！

@洋蔥大大先生：馬雲失散多年的哥哥

@唏噓嘅賣水仔：五百年前是一家。可能同宗只是時間久遠就分流了。很多人都是。

@Sylvia_：哼哼.。。馬雲今天給自己放假來體驗生活了，機智的我早已看穿一切，打算過去抱大腿

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