How Ouija went from quirky parlor game to the most feared spirit board in history

How Ouija went from quirky parlor game to the most feared spirit board in history

How Ouija went from quirky parlor game to the most feared spirit board in history 4 Minutes Read 907 Words EN Once a beloved game that bridged the living and the dead, the Ouija board’s reputation has changed dramatically, from Victorian entertainment to a symbol of supernatural mystery. Once seen as a playful way to communicate with the unknown, the Ouija board has since gained a more sinister reputation—becoming a symbol of supernatural intrigue and fear. Photograph by Andy Dixon By Marci Vaughn Kolt Published September 19, 2024 To many, the Ouija board conjures stories of ghostly encounters and eerie warnings. Yet over a century ago, it was just a parlor game, offering lighthearted entertainment in Victorian homes. First introduced in 1890 by the Kennard Novelty Company as a “ wonderful talking board ,” the simple piece of cardboard is marked with letters, numbers, and the words “yes,” “no,” and “goodbye.” Players place their fingers on a triangular pointer, which appears to move on its own to …