Depending on where you look, the is described as one of three things: a spectral light that appears in Victorian photographs, a supposed "eternal flame" in an English cemetery, or—most chillingly—a viral creepypasta from the early 2010s that has been mistaken for fact.

The keyword "" refers to a specific figure in the adult entertainment industry from the 1990s. The name "Flame" (born Alicia Vickers) belonged to a performer known for her distinctive appearance and high-intensity performances during a brief but notable career. The Early Years and Rise to Fame