The Blue Whale Challenge
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In April 2016, questions began to arise about a rash of teen age suicides in Russia, all coming from a social media group known only as "F57". Rumors began circulating that these deaths, totaling over 130, were attributed to a mysterious game called the "Blue Whale Challenge". The rules were simple. Follow a series of daily tasks ranging from the mundane to bizarre, to include self-mutilation and constant absorption of disturbing media, for 49 consecutive days. On the 50th- commit suicide. Though initially believed to be a hoax, it was soon discovered that there was something indeed evil preying on the children of Russia.
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