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EPISODE · Jul 11, 2025 · 20 MIN

The Truth Behind Indonesia's Ninja Witch Hunt

from Tucked Tales · host Afrina Arfa & Diski

In the aftermath of the sorcerer killings, East Java was swept by something even more terrifying—villagers believed that masked, supernatural “ninjas” were stalking the night, targeting religious leaders and ordinary people alike.In this second part, we dive deep into how this panic exploded. Why did people suddenly believe in “ninjas”? Who were these shadowy figures, really? And most importantly… was this just mass hysteria, or was someone pulling the strings behind the chaos?Discover the brutal consequences of this chilling chapter in Indonesian history—and why some say it wasn’t just a panic, but a calculated plot.

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