The walking route of the Salem witchcraft trials takes visitors through the historic sites associated with this infamous period in American history. Salem, Massachusetts is renowned for its connection to the witch hysteria that occurred in the late 17th century. The walking tour begins at the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, which serves as a memorial to the 20 victims who were executed during the trials. This somber site sets the tone for the rest of the journey. Next, visitors can explore the Old Burying Point Cemetery, where some of the accused witches are buried. The cemetery is steeped in history and serves as a reminder of the lives lost during this dark period.
They had simply thought it was interesting, and wanted to share the curiosity. “Someone threw away 6 pallets of Magic TG cards at my local city landfill”, they wrote . But not long after, all hell broke loose. The post received tens of thousands of upvotes. Websites started posting news about it despite knowing almost nothing about what was actually in them. YouTube conspiracy videos started popping up, spending hours poring over the photos trying to find out the truth behind it all. WHY WOULD THIS HAPPEN, they pondered, WHAT COULD IT MEAN.
Sadly, the author of the original post gave a follow-up that discourages any potential treasure hunters who have learned of the landfill s location in Texas. The most likely is from a separate Reddit post that reported boxes of Magic The Gathering cards that were covered by a mysterious chemical for unknown reasons.
The cemetery is steeped in history and serves as a reminder of the lives lost during this dark period. The tour continues to the Witch House, the former home of Judge Jonathan Corwin, who played a crucial role in the trials. Here, visitors can learn about the daily lives of the accused witches and get a glimpse into the mindset of the people involved in the witchcraft hysteria.
Someone has dumped at least $100,000 worth of ‘Magic: The Gathering’ cards in a landfill
Last weekend, a Reddit user who goes by the username LATIN0 posted a picture of what seemed to be six pallets of Magic: The Gathering cards that were dumped at their local landfill. As they were familiar with these cards through coming across them on Reddit forums, the user took a photo of the cards that were trashed, which they posted later on Reddit along with a few more pictures of open and sealed packs.
Photo by LATIN0The retail value of the discarded cards is believed to be around $100,000 (approximately Php5,000,000.00). Depending on the content, there can be more than $250,000 worth of MTG cards from 2019 to 2022 that contain a mix of Secret Lair, Modern Horizons 2, and Unfinity cards. The higher figure is more likely to have valuable cards like Modern Horizons, which in retail can be nearly twice the price compared to a regular MTG pack or the nicer Secret Lair cards. Almost all of the expensive cards were left by LATIN0 and their coworkers.
People on Reddit were upset to the point that they demanded to have more pictures posted and explain the said situation, and telling this person they had never met irl return to the site and grab all the cards they could.
A lot of theories have come up as to where, or why, these valuable items have been trashed. One of the speculations is that a product shipping company was behind this because they were not paid (which, unfortunately, seems to happen very often). There is also a possibility that the warehouse product has been rejected by a large buyer like Target after someone had an accident with a forklift, and/or raccoons broke into a warehouse and peed on the cards.
For others, this could be an indicator that the rumors surrounding Magic: The Gathering in the past year or so have been true, and that Wizards of the Coast is truly overprinting cards to boost their sales. This brings back memories of late last year, when there was a controversy over the $1000 60-card anniversary set and a major bank devalued Hasbro stock while assessing that it was “killing its golden goose” with how Magic was being treated.
Perhaps the most glaring issue of all is not the overstock on the MTG cards, but rather how wasteful we are as a society, where everything is just disposable.
Despite some Redditors’ unreasonable statements and demands, LATINo only has one thing to say: “Please don’t threaten me, this is Texas.”
LATINo when on to say, “I’m not mad I didn’t take any boxes but I wish I knew what they were worth when I took the photo and saw them on the ground. I only know of MTG because of Reddit posts I’ve seen over the years,” they said. LATIN0 said his next step is to “go back to work like everyone else.”
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However, the Reddit user did admit to taking a souvenir. But this is mainly intended as a reminder of the experience:
The scenic walking route then takes visitors to the House of the Seven Gables, which is not directly related to the witch trials but provides further insight into the colonial history of Salem. This iconic house is associated with Nathaniel Hawthorne's famous novel of the same name and adds an interesting layer of historical context to the tour. The final stop on the walking route is the Salem Witch Museum, where visitors can delve deeper into the history of the trials. Through interactive exhibits and presentations, the museum educates visitors about the events leading up to the trials, the trial process itself, and the aftermath. The museum provides a comprehensive overview of the witchcraft hysteria and its lasting impact on Salem and beyond. Overall, the walking route of the Salem witchcraft trials offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the historic sites associated with one of the darkest chapters in American history. From the memorial to the museum, each stop provides a captivating glimpse into the events, people, and places that defined the Salem witch trials. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about this compelling period, the walking route offers an informative and thought-provoking experience..
Reviews for "The Salem Witchcraft Walking Experience: Uncovering the Truth Behind the Accusations"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I recently went on the walking route of Salem Witchcraft and was extremely disappointed. The tour guide seemed poorly informed and didn't provide enough historical context for the sites we visited. Additionally, the tour felt rushed and I didn't have enough time to truly absorb the significance of each location. Overall, I left the tour feeling unsatisfied and wishing I had just explored the area on my own.
2. John - 3 stars - The walking route of Salem Witchcraft tour has potential, but it fell short of my expectations. While the tour guide was knowledgeable, their delivery was lacking in enthusiasm and engagement. It felt like more of a monotone recitation of facts rather than an immersive experience. Furthermore, the group size was too large and it was difficult to hear the guide at times. I think with some improvements in presentation and smaller group sizes, this tour could be much better.
3. Emily - 2 stars - I was excited to learn about the history of Salem Witchcraft and booked the walking route tour. However, I found the pace to be too slow and the content to be repetitive. We spent excessive time at certain locations while others were barely mentioned. I was also disappointed by the lack of visual aids or interactive elements to enhance the experience. It felt like a missed opportunity to truly engage visitors in the history of Salem Witchcraft. I wouldn't recommend this tour to others looking for an informative and engaging experience.
4. Michael - 1 star - I had high hopes for the walking route of Salem Witchcraft tour, but it was a complete letdown. The tour guide seemed disinterested and unenthusiastic throughout the entire tour, which made it difficult to stay engaged. Additionally, the route itself was poorly planned, with long stretches of walking between sites without any interesting commentary. Frankly, I could have learned more about Salem Witchcraft by reading a few articles online. Save your money and find a more engaging tour in Salem.