Nicholas Vrchoticky
Chief Content Officer
Nicholas has a love for all things dark and strange. As a former true crime and paranormal journalist, his expertise in Obscurix’s subject matter has grown the publication to where it is today. His degrees in Religious Studies and Philosophy, and his extensive coursework in the sciences, have added to our publication’s credibility.
Nicholas’ background includes working with major publications such as Grunge, Explore, Looper, Cracked, The Blast, and more. But his passions can be found right here on Obscurix where he writes, edits, and plans the best content on the internet for your reading pleasure.
Paranormal Interview: Haunted Echoes of Farrar Schoolhouse
Explore Farrar Schoolhouse’s haunted past in this interview with manager Ivy Reddinger—ghosts, shadow figures, and the “The Principal.”
The Real Dangers of Cannibalism
Uncover the hidden dangers of cannibalism: health risks, legal pitfalls, and societal taboos in this eye-opening exploration.
The Haunting Legend of the Bell Witch and Bell Witch Cave
Explore the chilling legend of the Bell Witch and Bell Witch Cave in Tennessee, home to paranormal mysteries and eerie encounters.
What is Shanghaiing? A Quick Overview of Forced Labor at Sea
Shanghaiing was the forced conscription of sailors using deception, drugs, or coercion — a legal practice in U.S. ports until it was banned in 1906.
Serial Killer Statistics: Facts, Victims, and Data Worldwide
Explore the most comprehensive collection of serial killer statistics, including global and U.S. data on victims, perpetrators, and trends over the decades.
Unveiling the Witch of Endor: In the Bible and Beyond
The Witch of Endor takes up very little space in the Bible, but she’s an important character to some because she’s the only witch specifically
How Serial Killer Richard Ramirez’s Teeth Got Him Convicted
The “Night Stalker” Richard Ramirez was an American serial killer who murdered at least 13 people. Ramirez operated primarily in Los Angeles, California, from 1984
Spoiler: Cannibalism is Legal in the United States (Mostly)
Shockingly, cannibalism is legal throughout the majority of the United States. No laws expressly prohibit the act of consuming human flesh in 49 states. The
Famous Occultist Aleister Crowley’s Last Words
People claim the famed occultist Aleister Crowley left the mortal plane with some interesting choice words, but it’s hard to tell what’s real and what’s
Octopus Tentacles: The Alien Truth about Their Biology
Let’s start by saying that Octopuses probably aren’t aliens. That being said, these creatures have qualities that are certainly alien to us. For example, the
Gloomy Sunday: Sad Truth about the Urban Legend
Music has the power to dominate our neurons and control our emotions. A good song can brighten our day while a sad one can leave
15 Remarkable Famous Witches from History
From a historical viewpoint, famous witches are defined in many ways. Self-proclaimed practitioners of witchcraft are witches. As are those society deemed witches without their
