About this episode

This episode introduces American Abyss, a multi-media internet horror project exploring the Palmyra Exclusion Zone.

Welcome to American Abyss, a new podcast/internet horror project from Pacific Obadiah, Valdevia Arts, Ben Counter, Nic Boone, Trevor Henderson, Trevor Roberts, and many more! About the Show: American Abyss is a multi-media internet horror project consisting of short stories, artwork, audio clips, and a podcast. Each of these small parts aim to give a glimpse into the world of the Palmyra Exclusion Zone. This world is hand crafted for folks who like to read the item descriptions in Souls games, or watch long lore videos. Inspired by "weird zone" stories like Roadside Picnic, Annihilation, S.T.A.L.K.E.R., and Pacific Drive. Pre-Save Our Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pacificobadiah/american-abyss-0 Check out more artwork on our website: https://www.americanabyss.org/

Topics covered

• horror
• podcast
• multi-media
• short stories
• artwork
• audio clips
• lore

Keywords

• American Abyss
• horror project
• Palmyra Exclusion Zone
• short stories
• artwork
• audio clips
• weird zone stories

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: American Abyss, Roadside Picnic, Annihilation, S.T.A.L.K.E.R., Pacific Drive

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