S2 Ep6: The Smiling Pillar of Avoca
7February 17, 2026
Summary
During a seemingly normal hike, Zed and his companion encounter a towering object along the trail that elicits a sense of dread and seems aware of their presence. Unable to rationalize the phenomenon, they are left with more questions than answers. This eerie experience blurs the line between the natural and the paranormal.
Key Takeaways
- 1The encounter occurs along a converted railroad bed known as the Wadhams to Avoca Trail.
- 2Zed experiences a wave of paralyzing dread in the presence of the object.
- 3The mysterious object is ambiguous, appearing almost tree-like but with an unsettling quality.
- 4The phenomenon is reminiscent of other cryptid encounters, such as the Van Meter Monster and the Mantis Men.
- 5The episode invokes the lore of Indrid Cold, also known as The Smiling Man, a notable figure in cryptid mythology.
Description
During a seemingly normal hike, Zed and his companion encounter a towering object along the trail that elicits a sense of dread and seems aware of their presence. Unable to rationalize the phenomenon, they are left with more questions than answers. This eerie experience blurs the line between the natural and the paranormal.