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Black-eyed children (or black-eyed kids) are an urban legend of supposed paranormal creatures that resemble children between the ages of 6 and 16, with pale skin and black eyes, who are reportedly seen hitchhiking or panhandling, or are encountered on doorsteps of residential homes.
With coal-black eyes and unnerving mannerisms, black-eyed kids (BEKs) are believed to be some of the most dangerous spirits in existence by those who've encountered them.
Sightings often occur in deserted areas – abandoned parking lots, quiet woodland... but some have answered a knock on their door only to find one of these creepy youngsters stood on the threshold of their property.
In most cases, the adult can't quite put their finger on what's unsettling them about the child – until they notice the kid's pure-black eyes.
The youngster will often speak with unusual eloquence and confidence for their age. They may insist on being 'let in' to cars or homes, ask for a ride home or for help making a phone call.
There are no reports of what happens if the adult agrees...
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