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The seekers are subject to unexplainable, torturous things; the house has begun to haunt. In the case of Eleanor, more so than what she is exposed to, is the nature of being exposed, which leaves her mind in anguish. Luke seems to be an inadvertent instrument of strain between the ladies, provoking deep-seated insecurities.
— Sep 23, 2026 01:39PM
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Barrett Ryan
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Dr. Montague and his associates get to know each other, and they all seem to get along quite well. The doctor is hesitant to share immediately what he knows of Hill House, out of fear they will attempt to leave in the night. He gives in, after they earn his trust. Eleanor is, recognizably, particularly uncertain of the situation, and especially perceptive of the ways the others perceive her. Perhaps the house is too.
— Sep 15, 2026 04:15PM
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It took no time at all for Hill House to oppress Eleanor upon arrival, though she’s seemingly found a good friend in Theodora, a second arrival, but, for comfort, not soon enough.
— Sep 14, 2026 09:19PM
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After a freeing journey, Eleanor experiences a quite unwelcoming arrival to Hillsdale and Hill House…
— Sep 09, 2026 09:47AM
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I’ve now been introduced to Eleanor Vance, Theodora, and Luke Sanderson, who should be serving as Dr. Montague’s assistants. Eleanor receives the most focus.
— Aug 29, 2026 09:31PM
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By my interpretation, the darkness Hill House is holding within, it holds because it is alive, and subject to the conditions of absolute reality, of which it concerns itself with and attempts to escape through dream. Dr. John Montague, a grandiose anthropologist drawn to the supernatural, wishes to explore and understand this withheld darkness, and has assembled a group to support him.
— Aug 19, 2026 09:20PM