The Holder of the End

In any city of any country, go to any mental institution or halfway house you can get to. When you reach the front desk, ask to visit someone who calls himself "The Holder of the End." Should a look of child-like fear come over the worker's face, you will be taken to a cell in the building.

This cell will be in a secluded, hidden section of the building. When you reach this place, all you will hear is the echoing sound of someone talking to themselves. The words are in a language you will not understand, but your very soul will feel unspeakable fear. Should the talking stop at any time, STOP and QUICKLY say this aloud: "I'm just passing through. I wish to talk."

If the silence continues, flee. Leave. Do not stop for anything. Do not go home. Don't stay at an inn. Keep moving. Sleep where your body drops. You will know in the morning if you've escaped successfully. However, if the voice returns, continue walking.

The cell you reach will be a windowless room with a person in the corner. He speaks in a language unknown to you and is cradling something. The person will only respond to one question.

"What happens when they all come together?

The person will stare into your eyes and answer your question in horrifying detail. Many go mad in that very cell. Some disappear soon after the meeting. A few end their lives.

Most, however, do the worst thing: look upon the object in the person's hands. You will want to, as well. Be warned that if you do, your death will be one of cruelty and unrelenting horror. It will be in that room, dealt by that person's hands.

The object the person holds is 1 of 538. They must never come together.

(This story is 1 of 538. You must never read the rest. Never.)