Piper gets possessed in Charmed Season 3, Episode 9, “Coyote Piper,” while Prue juggles reunion prep and rising chaos. Join us as we dive into alchemy, necromancy, and all things spooky—exploring the real history behind alchemists and wandering into the darker side of magic, yes, including talking to the dead.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion of possession, necromancy, and resurrection of the dead. We also briefly references mental health conditions. There are mentions of ritual practices, blood use, and historical treatments related to possession, including some that may be distressing.
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