To help you understand how "the night that creature was born" could be written in gothic prose, I'll give you some examples and elements you can use:
Gothic Elements:
* Atmosphere:
* Darkness and Gloom: Describe the night as thick with oppressive darkness, heavy with a suffocating sense of foreboding.
* Stormy Weather: A raging storm with howling winds and torrential rain adds to the sense of chaos and fear.
* Isolated Setting: The creature's birth takes place in a remote, ancient, or crumbling location, like a ruined castle, a deserted abbey, or a forgotten graveyard.
* Supernatural or Macabre:
* Unnatural Circumstances: The creature's birth could be the result of forbidden knowledge, a curse, or a dark ritual.
* Disturbing Imagery: Use vivid imagery that evokes disgust, fear, or horror. Describe the creature's appearance with grotesque detail, emphasizing its unnatural features.
* Omens and Visions: Portend the creature's birth with unsettling dreams or visions, adding to the feeling of dread.
* Psychological Tension:
* Fear and Dread: Emphasize the fear and dread of the characters involved in the creature's birth.
* Moral Ambiguity: Explore the moral implications of the creature's existence and the characters' actions.
* Isolation and Madness: The creature's birth could be a catalyst for isolation and madness, pushing characters to the brink of sanity.
Examples:
* Opening Sentence: "The night the creature was born, the sky bled crimson, and the wind whispered its name in the gnarled branches of the ancient oak."
* Description: "The air crackled with unnatural energy, the scent of decay mingling with the sulfurous stench of something ancient and evil. A low moan echoed through the desolate chamber, a sound that clawed at the edges of sanity."
* Dialogue: "Do you see that? The child… it's not human. It's… it's a monster."
To help me give you a more specific example, please tell me:
* What kind of creature is it?
* What are the circumstances of its birth?
* What is the overall tone or mood you want to convey?
Once I have this information, I can write a passage that incorporates the elements of gothic prose to create a truly chilling scene.