What Are Haints? Appalachian Folklore, Fear, and the Roots of Haint Blues

In the Appalachian mountains, stories don’t just entertain—they warn. Haints, the restless spirits of mountain lore, have haunted cabins, creeks, and porches for generations. This post explores what haints are, the meaning behind "haint blue," and how those old fears inspired the chilling world of Haint Blues, the prequel to The Citadel Protocol.