The Order of the Hollow Key: 2026 Registry
Age & ID: All members must be 21+ with a valid photo ID.
The Invitation
You are not just purchasing a ticket; you are accepting an appointment. The Order of the Hollow Key is an elite, 8 month immersive journey limited to exactly eight individuals. As a member, you will be recruited into the investigation of the "Thorne Inheritance". A mystery that spans multiple historic locations and unfolds through physical artifacts delivered to your front door.
Unlike standard events, members of The Order will be given specific gear to keep. However you do not simply receive gear, you must earn it. Depending on which key you accept, equipment will be awarded throughout the 8 month journey as you solve ciphers, uncover history, and successfully document the "Unbound."
What is The Hollow Key?
The Hollow Key is a hybrid of professional paranormal investigation and immersive storytelling.
As a member of the Order, you will be tasked with uncovering the truth behind the Thorne Inheritance: a dark, local legend woven into the history of some of the midwest’s most haunted sites. You are not a spectator; you are an investigator with a role to play and a mystery to solve.
The Experience: How It Works
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Professional Investigations: Join us for authentic, respectful investigations at locations like the Stone Mansion, Blackford Jail, Auglaize Village and more. We use real equipment and methodology, honoring both the history of the site and the spirits that remain.
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The Story Between the Events: The mystery doesn't sleep. Between our physical gatherings, the experience continues. You may receive cryptic ciphers, hidden digital archives, or physical artifacts delivered to your door. The narrative unfolds in real-time over several months.
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A Respect for History: We believe the best ghost stories are grounded in truth. Our project prioritizes the preservation of local history and treats every haunted location with the professional dignity it deserves.
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A Finite Journey: This is a limited engagement. Only a small number of "Keys" are issued to ensure an intimate, high-stakes experience for every member.
How to become a member of The Order
Step 1: Purchase your key here.
Step 2: Go to the Event that matches your purchased key.
Step 3: Select events and checkout. You do not have to select all events at once.
Step 4: Begin your journey.
The Story (No Spoilers)
It began with Silas Thorne, a man whose obsession with the "Unbound" led to a disappearance that history tried to forget. Now, a century later, the seals are thinning. The Order of the Hollow Key has been reformed to finish what was started in 1924. We are looking for those with the intuition to see what is hidden and the courage to face what is waking up.
The Initiation (The First Mission)
Your journey begins before you ever step foot on a haunted property. Upon joining the Registry, every member will receive a Handmade 3D Brain Teaser Wooden Puzzle Box.
Inside this box, you will find your serialized Membership Card and your Key to the Order. However, your equipment is not simply handed to you. The Membership Card contains a cryptic cipher that you must solve to access a secure portal.
If the cipher is solved, your professional investigation gear will be waiting for you at your first official gathering.
Membership Tiers
The Oracle Key | $1,500
The Judge of the Damned The highest rank within the Order. Oracles possess the power of "The Second Sight."
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Professional Gear: A 5 Pcs Ghost Hunting Equipment Kit featuring a Spirit Box, EMF Meter, and Voice Recorder and 2 Cat Balls. (Equipment will be given as the story progresses.)
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The Seeker's Satchel: A Leather Satchel to carry your gear, a Silver Key, and specialized tracking tools including a UV Light, Pendulum Board, and Dowsing Rods.
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The Ganzfeld Goggles: Access to a custom-built Ganzfeld Sensory Deprivation Kit designed to thin the veil during investigations.
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The Ledger: A high-end Leather Ledger to document the thinning of the veil and the final resolution of the Thorne mystery.
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The Initiation: The Wooden Puzzle Box, Bronze Key, and Registry Card.
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Immersive Depth: Direct communication with the "Order Leads." Oracles are given "The Second Sight" early access to evidence and the power to make a pivotal choice at the final event that decides the fate of the Thorne Inheritance.
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The Experience: You are treated as a senior member of the society. You will have private "Council Sessions" to discuss the evidence collected across all sites.
The Registry is currently open. Will you claim your key, or let the history remain buried?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a real paranormal investigation or a scripted show?
It is both. The locations we visit are genuinely haunted, and our investigations are unscripted and professional. We use real equipment and authentic methodology. However, these investigations take place within the "world" of the Thorne Inheritance. The story provides the reason we are there, but the activity we capture is 100% real.
How much time does this require?
The physical investigations take place on scheduled dates throughout the year. Between those dates, the "immersive" elements (ciphers, emails, or mailings) are designed to be enjoyed at your own pace. You can spend ten minutes a week on the mystery, or hours diving into the lore, it’s entirely up to you.
Do I need to be an actor or "in character"?
Not at all. You are participating as yourself as a new member of the Order. There is no stage to stand on and no lines to learn. You simply show up as an investigator. Your natural reactions to the history and the haunts are what make the experience authentic.
What happens "between events"?
This is where the mystery lives. Members may receive "leaked" documents from the Order’s archives, cryptic messages that need decoding, or even physical artifacts through the mail. These pieces of the puzzle allow you to stay connected to the story and the other members even when we aren't at a haunted site.
Do I need my own equipment?
While you are welcome to bring your own professional gear (K2 meters, recorders, etc.), the Order provides the necessary tools for the missions at hand. Part of the experience is learning to use these tools properly to document the "Unbound."
Is this scary?
We aim for atmosphere and tension over "cheap scares." Because we are dealing with real history and real paranormal activity, there is a natural level of intensity. We respect the locations and the spirits within them; we do not use actors to jump out at you.
Can I join if I miss the first event?
Because the story is a continuous narrative, we highly recommend joining at the start of the Registry. However, if keys are still available, the Order will provide "catch-up" archives so you can step into the mystery without feeling
