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Spirit of the Coin is a fun, spooky game to be played with a group of friends whenever you’re looking to up the ante on sleepover scaries. Similar to the Ouija board, the Spirit of the Coin game uses a talking board to contact spirits and communicate with them. You just need a coin, a piece of paper, and a pen…then you’re ready to turn out the lights and talk to the dead. Just remember not to upset the spirits! 👻
Coined Spirit Game: Rules Overview
Create the board by writing A-Z and 0-9 along the border of a piece of paper. Write START, YES, NO, and END in the center. Place a coin on start, and have 2-3 players gingerly place their pointer fingers on the coin. Ask a spirit to come, then ask them questions and watch as the coin moves to spell out their answers.
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How to Play the Coined Spirit Game
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Write the alphabet and numbers 1-9 on the border of a piece of paper. To make your gameboard, choose a large, white sheet of paper that’s no smaller than 8.5 by 11 inches (220 mm × 280 mm). Starting at one corner, write the letters A-Z (in order) along the edge of three sides of the paper. On the fourth edge, write the numbers 0-9.[1]- Writing the alphabet will allow the spirit to spell out answers to your question. Some questions may require a numerical answer (like how old the spirit is or when they were alive), which is why it’s also important to include the numbers.
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Write the words “START,” “END,” “YES,” and “NO” in the center. In the middle of your paper, write simple words like “START,” “END,” “YES,” and “NO” in large writing. These words can be used by the spirit to provide quick answers to simple questions—it’s always faster to ask a yes-or-no question than one that requires more explanation.[2]- The “START” and “END” options can also be used to begin or end the game, as will be explained in further steps.
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Choose a dark, dimly lit space in which to play the game. Play the game in a dark room or in an open, outdoor area at night. Most often this game is played at night as spirits are said to be more active late in the day. Light the space with a dim light or candle to set the scene for the spirits and make them feel more comfortable.[3] -
Place a coin on “START” and have each player place a finger on it. Sit 3-4 players in a circle around your game board. Place your coin on “START” and have each player gently place a pointer finger on the coin. Remind players not to apply any pressure to the coin or attempt to move or push it. Have each player close their eyes and concentrate on mentally inviting the spirits into the game.[4] -
Have any of your players call the spirit by saying “Spirit, come.” Any player from the group can begin the game with the words “Spirit, come.” Have them continue to say this phrase until the coin begins to move across the board. If there’s a specific spirit your group would like to call, you can replace the word “spirit” with their name—however, keep in mind that there’s no guarantee of that particular spirit being summoned. -
Ask the spirit a yes-or-no question and wait for the coin to move. Now that a spirit has been called and indicated a presence on your board, question it further by saying something like “Are you here?” Keep repeating this question until the coin moves onto the “YES” space, which may take awhile. Once the coin moves, however, it’s confirmed that the spirit is with you.[5] -
Keep asking questions and watch how the coin answers. Ask questions out loud to the spirit and watch as the coin moves to spell out the answer. These answers may be spelled out very quickly—you may want to designate a player whose role is to write down the answers instead of touching the coin.[6]- Remain respectful of the spirits and thank them for talking to you.
- Don’t automatically believe the board. Spirits are not always going to speak the truth.
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End the game by placing the coin on “END.” You need to let the spirits know the session is over and it is time to go. Be sure to remove the coin from the paper and put the paper away—or safely burn it. You don’t want to risk letting the spirits escape.
Community Q&A
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QuestionAre you able to play this game alone?
Community AnswerYes, you can, but it is not recommended. Also, I point out that it is less likely to work if you are by yourself since spirits are using your subconscious to move the coin. It is better for you to play with a friend. -
QuestionAre the predictions in the game true?
Community AnswerMaybe, but you shouldn't take them too seriously. Not all spirits tell the truth. -
QuestionIs the spirit game real or fake?
Community AnswerIt is as real as you believe it is.
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Many believe that the coined spirit game and others like it work by the ideomotor effect, rather than by spiritual intervention. This effect is an involuntary physical movement that happens when someone tries not to move.[8] Nevertheless, it doesn't hurt to be cautious about this game and similar matters that claim to be "other-worldly."Thanks
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Maintain control of the session. If there are answers you don’t like, you can always say "goodbye" or "end" and close the board.Thanks
Tips from our Readers 
- You are the person in charge. If you get scared, you can always move the coin to "Goodbye" or "End."
Warnings
- Do not ask for physical signs of a spirit presence. You don’t want your spirit to start interfering in the physical world!Thanks
- It’s not advised to play this spirit game alone. There’s strength in numbers, and contacting spirits alone may leave you very vulnerable.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://beamazed.com/article/paranormal-games-you-should-never-ever-risk-playing/
- ↑ https://beamazed.com/article/paranormal-games-you-should-never-ever-risk-playing/
- ↑ https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1010&context=louisepound
- ↑ https://theghostinmymachine.com/2019/02/20/the-most-dangerous-games-kokkuri-san-or-the-spirit-of-the-coin-japan/
- ↑ https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1010&context=louisepound
- ↑ https://beamazed.com/article/paranormal-games-you-should-never-ever-risk-playing/
- ↑ https://www.kowabana.net/2017/08/04/kokkuri-san/
- ↑ https://www.vox.com/2016/10/29/13301590/how-ouija-boards-work-debunked-ideomotor-effect
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If you want to play a coined spirit game, do so at night and with the lights off so the spirits are more active. You should light just enough candles for you to be able to see. Then, all the players should sit in a circle around the board and gently rest one finger on the coin. Now that the board is ready, invite the spirits by asking a yes or no question and waiting for them to respond, which may take a few minutes. Keep reading to learn how to make the board.
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