In a shocking discovery, a headless witch was found deep within the heart of a dense forest. This grisly scene has left locals puzzled and fearful. The mysterious circumstances surrounding the finding have led to various superstitions and tales of dark magic circulating throughout the community. The incident occurred when a group of hikers stumbled upon the horrifying sight while exploring the vast wilderness. The witch's body was posed in a strange and unnatural manner, hinting at possible ritualistic practices. However, the most unsettling part was the absence of her head, which has yet to be located.
François Hollande, the French president, is embroiled in a row over Leonarda, a Roma girl, aged 15, who was ordered off a school bus in France and deported to Kosovo. The Czech Republic has seen a wave of anti-Roma street demonstrations in recent months.
In Greece, in an atmosphere of rightwing extremism and growing racism, authorities have targeted the 300,000-strong Roma community, human rights groups say. Rights groups are now, however, concerned about a knock-on effect across Europe of an anti-Roma witch hunt gathering pace following the frenzy over the case of Maria, the fair-haired child found in the Roma camp near Farsala, Greece.
However, the most unsettling part was the absence of her head, which has yet to be located. Local authorities were immediately called to investigate the scene. The police have not released many details but have assured the public that they are conducting a thorough investigation.
The Future Belongs to Witches
“It is no great problem in ethnology and anthropology as to how gypsies became fortune tellers … Wherever shamanism, or the sorcery which is based on exorcising and commanding spirits, exists, its professors from leading strange lives or from solitude or wandering, become strange and wild-looking. When men have this appearance, people associate with it mysterious power.” – Charles Godfrey Leland- Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling
Adorning a long red dress and wearing a gold crown weighing half a kilogram, the “self-proclaimed” Queen of white magic Maria Campina, sits on a throne in a villa in Northern Bucharest. Royalty lines the wall to her right, with a huge picture of her posing with Queen Elizabeth II of England. This was photoshopped by her grandson as a birthday present. Queen Campina doesn’t just talk to everyone who shows up at her door and her time is precious. She even attempted to charge us for this interview, claiming that she had to cancel other appointments for us. Only after we threatened to leave, we managed to strike a bargain. Sitting on her golden throne, Queen Campina speaks without haste and stops to catch her breath once in a while. She’s almost 80 years old, although she refuses to reveal her exact age.“We are witches from mother to daughter,” she says. “This power is not for everyone. Only my daughters can inherit it.”
The matriarch
Monumental pictures of Queen Campina and her family adorn the walls of the entire living room. Some portray her late husband, a former judge in the stabor—an unofficial tribunal of the traditional Roma communities. However, it is Queen Campina who rules this clan.
“My grandmother is the head of this family,” her teenage grandson says with a smile, while Queen Campina keeps us waiting. “She is the most powerful witch in Romania.”
Finally, the Queen comes out of her bedroom situated at the top of a marble staircase and majestically descends to greet us. Then she rests on one of two thrones —the second one belonging to her late husband.
“Tell me what you want. Do you want me to demonstrate how I tell the future?” she urges.
Queen Campina is used to media attention, as she is a frequent guest on television shows where she predicts the fortune of local celebrities. One of the richest people in the country, she herself is a celebrity. Her daughter’s lavish wedding, or her niece Shakira’s photoshoots attract Romanian paparazzi and large audiences on tabloid television shows. Yet she hasn’t been interviewed about her job before and is reluctant to reveal where her special gift comes from.
“I inherited it from my mother and she inherited it from my grandmother, who was a descendent of the Indian maharajas.” The title “Queen of the Witches” was given to her during a TV show in the 1990s by Ion Tugui, a Romanian writer passionate about the paranormal. He called her “the official queen of white magic” in a television show at the beginning of the 1990s, saying that he had followed her predictions for 6 years and noticed they had come true. She claims she earned the title after successfully performing a ritual and winning a competition with other witches from various countries, which he witnessed.
A life-size statue of the Queen accompanied with a statue of Jesus Christ occupies a large part of her altar room. Placing orthodox icons and various “witch” dolls that represent the evil fortune tellers who use black magic on her altar table, Queen Campina takes out a huge jade presse-papier which she believes has animalic powers and represents the devil whom she prays against, as well as a large sea shell called ghioc, which Roma fortune tellers traditionally use to see the future.
Queen Campina receives many requests for fortune-telling from abroad, mostly from Romania’s huge diaspora. She doesn’t need to see her clients in person to carry out the ritual—she uses her phone. In these cases, payment is carried out electronically. Clients who are able to visit her home put the money in the sea shell, while Queen Campina recites her chants. The real rituals, however, take place at night, on the edge of her garden pond.“Only my daughters and I have access to it,” she claims.
“There are some who work with black magic, but that’s not me. We’re clean,” she declares and then grows slightly suspicious.
“Have you been to see someone else? Don’t go to others. I am the only one who does real magic.”
While poverty was not officially an acceptable criterion for removing children to a home, in the case of Roma the authorities were blaming families for not being able to improve their social and living conditions; they took children away on the basis of poverty.
The village has been on high alert ever since, with residents wary of venturing into the forest alone. While some believe the Headless Witch legend to be a mere folktale, this discovery has breathed new life into the haunting tales. Many are convinced that this incident is evidence of the existence of witches and their dark magic. Others speculate that it may have been a cruel prank or a twisted act of violence. Despite the fear and uncertainty gripping the community, there are those who remain skeptical of the supernatural. They argue that this incident is likely the result of a human action, carefully staged to create a sensation. However, until more information is revealed by the authorities, the truth behind the headless witch will remain shrouded in mystery and speculation. The discovery of a headless witch in the forest has sent shockwaves through the local community. As investigations continue, residents are left grappling with their beliefs in supernatural forces and questioning the safety of their surroundings. Whether or not this incident is the work of dark magic or a cruel prank, it serves as a reminder of the hidden mysteries that lie within the depths of the forest..
Reviews for "Ghostly Tale: Headless Witch Spotted in Haunted Woodland"
1. Sarah - 1 star
I was extremely disappointed with "Headless witch discovered in the forest." The title was intriguing, but the story fell flat. The plot was disjointed, with no clear direction or climax. The characters were underdeveloped, lacking depth and motivation. Additionally, the writing style was dull and uninspiring. I kept waiting for the story to pick up, but it never did. Overall, I found the book to be a complete waste of my time.
2. Mark - 2 stars
"Headless witch discovered in the forest" had an interesting premise, but it failed to deliver on its potential. The story had potential for excitement and suspense, but instead, it dragged on with irrelevant details and unnecessary subplots. The pacing was slow, and the numerous typos and grammatical errors were distracting. I kept hoping for a thrilling climax or a twist, but unfortunately, the ending was predictable and unsatisfying. While the concept was promising, the execution was poor, leaving me unimpressed.
3. Laura - 2 stars
I had high expectations for "Headless witch discovered in the forest," but it failed to live up to them. The characters were one-dimensional, lacking complexity and originality. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to become emotionally invested in the story. Additionally, the narrative was overly descriptive, bogging down the pacing and hindering the overall flow of the book. The plot had potential, but it was executed poorly, leaving me feeling indifferent towards the story. Overall, it was a lackluster read that didn't leave a lasting impression.