In this tutorial, we will create a blood title animation in Adobe After Effects. Follow these steps to achieve a realistic dripping blood effect for your Halloween projects.

**Step 1: Create Your Text**
Start by creating the text for your title. Choose a font that matches the spooky theme. Position it in the center of your composition.

**Step 2: Apply Bevel and Emboss**
Apply the "Bevel and Emboss" effect to your text. This will give your text a bloody texture. Adjust the settings to create a raised, rounded edge that looks like thick blood.

**Step 3: Adjust Light Settings**
Play around with the light settings in the "Bevel and Emboss" effect until you get the right texture and shading. This step is crucial for making the blood look realistic.

**Step 4: Create the Dripping Effect**
To animate the dripping blood effect, use the "Fractal Noise" effect. Apply it to a new solid layer and adjust the settings to create irregular shapes that resemble drips. Use masks and keyframes to animate the drips falling from the text.

**Step 5: Add Blood Splatter**
Add blood splatter effects around the text to enhance the horror theme. You can use pre-made splatter images or create your own using shape layers and the "Fractal Noise" effect.

**Step 6: Adjust Background**
Ensure your background complements the blood animation. Adjust the contrast, add some blur, and use shadows to create depth. You can also add subtle fractal noise to the background for an eerie atmosphere.

**Step 7: Fine-Tune the Animation**
Touch up your scene by adjusting the blur and shadows of the blood drips. Make sure the animation is smooth and realistic.

For a detailed, step-by-step guide on creating a Halloween blood title animation in Adobe After Effects, watch the full video tutorial.