Sibling rivalry is a classic, especially when one of you is the target of endless pranks. For years, one Redditor was terrorized by her younger brother who found out she was incredibly jumpy. A simple “boo” could make her jump out of her skin, and he loved every second of it.
But after years of being the victim, she decided it was finally time to turn the tables and make him feel the terror he’d inflicted on her.
The plan? A Doctor Who-inspired prank that would haunt him for years. Keep reading to find out how this petty, but hilarious, revenge left her brother so freaked out, he couldn’t even watch the show anymore!
A brother who pranked his sister for years gets a taste of his own medicine with a clever Doctor Who-inspired scare
Anyone with siblings knows that pranks can be endless, but sometimes they go from fun to downright annoying. OP had the misfortune of being the target of their younger brother’s love for scaring them. From the time OP was 10 and their brother was 7, he discovered that OP was easily startled.
The smallest noise could make OP jump out of their skin, and of course, their brother was quick to capitalize on this. He’d pop out from behind corners, yelling “Boo!”, and every single time, it worked. This constant teasing made OP dread walking through the house, always on edge.
Eventually, their parents stepped in and told their brother to knock it off. While it slowed down a little, the occasional “spook” still came out of nowhere, leaving OP’s heart racing.
Then, in 2012, something happened that gave OP the perfect chance for sweet revenge. The family was watching Doctor Who, a sci-fi series they were all into, and a new monster, The Silence, was introduced.
These creepy aliens looked like gray men in suits, and their terrifying ability was that, every time someone looked away, they’d forget the Silence was there.
To remember them, characters had to mark tally marks on their arms and face. It was a brilliant concept for a monster, and OP found themselves just as freaked out as the rest of the family especially their brother.
Here was OP’s chance. They noticed that their brother was visibly uneasy during the episode, and that’s when the idea struck, a perfect, petty revenge plan.
OP told their dad they needed a bathroom break, but instead, they grabbed a Sharpie and drew tally marks all over their face and arms. Excited by the idea, OP returned to the living room, lights on, and calmly approached their brother.
What happened next was pure gold. Their brother froze, eyes wide with terror, trying to crawl away from OP, as if they had just seen a ghost. Their dad couldn’t hold in his laughter, and soon, OP was also grinning from ear to ear.
OP’s brother, too scared to keep watching the show, rushed off to his room. The whole thing had worked perfectly, and OP couldn’t help but feel a sense of victory. Their dad even called OP’s mom to share the hilarious moment.
That prank marked the end of the pranks between OP and their brother. As they grew up, the relationship shifted from playful teasing to something deeper.
Now, OP’s brother is about to graduate with his bachelor’s degree and will stand by OP as a groomsman at their wedding. The years of pranks turned into a close, loving bond, founded on respect and shared memories of laughter.
From a psychological perspective, this story illustrates the idea of “payback” as a form of emotional balance. OP wasn’t just looking to get back at their brother for the years of scares. The prank represented more than a moment of triumph, it was about reclaiming their own space and dignity.
In the end, this story shows how sibling relationships evolve. What starts as petty pranks can lead to a stronger connection built on mutual respect. OP’s prank may have been a one-time victory, but it marked a turning point in their relationship, one that continues to grow with time.
So, what’s the lesson here? Can these moments of playful revenge strengthen a relationship, or do they leave emotional scars? Either way, OP’s bond with their brother is stronger than ever, and they now share a fun story to laugh about for years to come.
Here’s the comments of Reddit users:
This group appreciated the “tally marks” prank, with some suggesting ways to extend it into future events
These commenters discussed the terrifying nature of Doctor Who monsters
This group shared personal experiences with jump scares and pranks on family members
This commenter shared a prank gone wrong between siblings
This commenter suggested adding a subtle prank to the wedding by showing off a tally mark on the arm during wedding pictures
Do you think the sister went too far with her tally-mark revenge, or was this just the perfect way to get her brother back for years of pranks? How would you react if your sibling finally got you in such a creative way? Was this an epic win or just a harmless family joke? Let us know in the comments below!
