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I've heard in New Orleans, they have voodoo practitioners. What do they do, and are their hexes effective?
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Voodoo is a syncretic belief system based on West African religion coupled with elements of Catholicism. Its followers utilize various rituals in an attempt to effect change in the world, be it through magical spells, prayers, music, offerings, or animal sacrifices. Hexes may be placed on people or objects in order to bring about a desired result. The effectiveness of these hexes varies.