Is Slender Man the first great myth of the internet? Sounds pretty plausible to me…

“Slender Man very well may have been “invented” by the internet, but he’s been a part of our subconscious forever!

“Like cultures across the globe, the internet has developed its own stories and characters. Generated by the collective web, Slender Man is our nightmares manifested in digital form.

“Why do we create these scary tales, indulging in worlds are beyond reality? What is the role of this folklore, and is Slender Man a part of it? Watch the episode to find out more!” – Yt

I haven’t played the Slender Man games… Anyone want to give me a run down?