working on a logo for a horror comic

[supple oyster]

So, I'm using ibis paint x (Photoshop doesn't want to work anymore) and I'm working on a horror comic, I made two logo prototypes, both having a static vibe because it's for reference an important part of history. But I want to know which of these logos works best.
For context, the story takes place in a small town that is infamous for the disappearances of people, including children, and supposed appearances of children's spirits. The story focuses on the protagonist investigating these mysteries while trying to discover more about why he is haunted by strange visions of children and what the connection to his grandfather is.
Here are the prototypes, tell me what I can change to improve them and which one is the best to use for the story.

[plain fjord]

I think the second one has a good color scheme, but the font is a little harder to read and jumbled. Just my thoughts.

[mellow tree]

Imo I think the first one is better!! Idk I quite like the colours and the effect

[trim igloo]

i like the second one more, looks less tacky