Gothicism Characteristics

Characteristics of a gothic story:

·      Setting is medieval – a castle or dungeon

·      The mood is mysterious or suspenseful

·      Metaphors of fear, horror, or dread (thunder, footsteps, bells, creaks, fog, etc.)

·      Omens, visions, or haunting dreams are mentioned

·      Supernatural, evil, or violent events occur

·      “mad”characters

·      Merciless villains

·      The Inquisition and its torture methods are mentioned

·      Myths or legends are mentioned