Silas Wraithmore: The Croucher

Silas Wraithmore, known to the residents of Alouette Cemetery as “The Croucher,” is an enigmatic figure who has been part of the cemetery since its mysterious reawakening in 2021. Silas was a local philosopher and poet who lived in Maple Ridge in the early 1800s. He was known for his deep thoughts and riddles, often found sitting by the river, pondering the mysteries of life and death.

One fateful night, Silas disappeared without a trace, leaving behind only an unfinished poem that spoke of crossing a threshold between the world of the living and the realm of the unknown. It is believed that Silas had stumbled upon the Guardian of Shadows, and his desire to uncover the secrets of the afterlife led to his transformation into “The Croucher.”

In death, Silas retained his inquisitive nature. He became a symbol of the ceaseless curiosity that bound him to the world of the living. Silas’s presence in the cemetery, his crouched form swaying back and forth, represents his ongoing quest to find the answers to the riddles that have eluded him throughout the ages.

Visitors to Alouette Cemetery are drawn to Silas Wraithmore’s enigmatic demeanour, hoping to glimpse the wisdom that he continues to seek beyond the threshold of the living world. His riddles and contemplations serve as an invitation for all who enter the cemetery to reflect upon the mysteries of existence.