In the dark depths of the misty woods, there stands an eerie manor rumored to be populated by a powerful and malevolent witch. Located at the edge of a forgotten town, this Midnight Manor has long been a source of fear and fascination among the villagers. The legends speak of a wicked witch who was rumored to have lived there, her powerful magic knowledge believed to be the cause of her transformation into a twisted and monstrous being. The tales surrounding the Midnight Manor witch vary, with each generation adding its own spin to the legend. Some claim that she was a beautiful enchantress who was betrayed by love and sought revenge on the world. Others believe she was an outcast witch who was misunderstood and sought solace in the shadows.
Others believe she was an outcast witch who was misunderstood and sought solace in the shadows. Regardless of the variations, one common thread remains: the Midnight Manor witch has become an embodiment of fear and darkness. Over the years, brave souls have ventured into the dangerous lands surrounding the Midnight Manor in attempts to uncover the truth behind the witch's existence.
Frazzle and Aniploish
Getting this year's Sally Hansen Insta Dri Glow in the Dark swatches in under the wire while it's still Halloween. I chose to get these five: Purple Potion, Squad Ghouls, Gourd-geous, Ghosted, and Witch Please. (The other two limited edition colors were re-releases from last year, the pink Creep It Real and the pale yellow green Fa-boo-lous. I got and swatched those last year even though they were basically re-releases then too, just with the names changed from 2020.)
Due to my continued impatience, I quickly skittled four of these, doing two coats each. Top to bottom: Ghosted (sheer pale yellow green with matching hex and bar glitter), Squad Ghouls (sheer pale sea green with holo micro glitter), Purple Potion (sheer pale purple with pink/purple/blue shimmer), Witch Please (sheer pink with pink/purple/blue shimmer). You can see that the glitter in Ghosted needs care that I did not give it in order to distribute evenly across the nail.
The glitter in Squad Ghouls showed up better at some angles than others. On the nail, Purple Potion and Witch Please were pretty much indistinguishable from each other since the base colors are so sheer and the shimmer appears to be identical.
After charging, these all glowed about the same once the lights went out. My camera (at least as used by me) wasn't able to capture the way the glitter in Ghosted showed up against the glowing background; it made it more interesting to look at in the dark that the other three.
Gourd-geous (orange and black matte glitter in mixed sizes in a sheer orange base) hadn't gotten its time yet, so I did two coats of it on my index finger for my next hand of skittles swatched. I put a black creme base on my other digits and topped that with Ghosted on my middle finger, Squad Ghouls on my ring, and Witch Please on my pinky.
I had to fish for the bigger glitter pieces in Gourd-geous. I did a better job distributing the glitter in Ghosted this time around. Squad Ghouls shines over black, looking like a night sky, with the speckles from the glow in the dark base making a sort of Milky Way effect behind the glitter. Witch Please (and I assume Purple Potion, too) shows up as a blue shimmer over the black.
In the dark, Gourd-geous glowed brighter than the others, as it was two coats to their one. So much glow that it lit up the skin on the finger next to it. (The blue glow on the right side is my knuckles catching the dim black light I failed to turn off in the room . I took some other shots after I did but I liked the ghostly hand effect here.)
I applaud Sally Hansen for giving us a Halloween collection when so many brands have given up on that. I don't even mind the two re-releases because new folks come into the nail polish world all the time and they should have a chance to get classic shades they missed.
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Countless stories of encounters with unearthly creatures, mysterious disappearances, and unexplained phenomena have only added to the aura of terror that surrounds the manor. The tales have become cautionary tales, warnings to those who dare enter the witch's domain. Despite the fear and trepidation that the Midnight Manor witch elicits, there are those who remain fascinated by her. Scholars and researchers have dedicated their lives to studying the legends, hoping to uncover the truth hidden within the countless stories. Some even believe that the witch's magic holds the key to unlocking forgotten knowledge and ancient powers. Nevertheless, the Midnight Manor witch continues to be shrouded in mystery. The truth of her existence and the extent of her powers remain unknown, a secret guarded within the walls of the manor. The townspeople, torn between fear and intrigue, keep their distance, unwilling to disturb the witch and awaken her wrath. In the dark of night, when the moon is full and the wind whispers through the towering trees, the Midnight Manor stands as a haunting reminder of the supernatural forces that dwell in the world. Tales of the witch continue to be passed down from generation to generation, ensuring that the legend of the Midnight Manor witch will never be forgotten..
Reviews for "Midnight Manor Witch: An Enigmatic Figure in Folklore"
1. Sara - 2 out of 5 stars - I was really excited to read "Midnight Manor Witch" as I love fantasy and magic-themed books. However, I found the plot to be incredibly predictable and lacked originality. The characters felt underdeveloped, and I couldn't connect with any of them. I also felt that the pacing was off, with too much focus on trivial details that didn't contribute much to the overall story. Overall, "Midnight Manor Witch" was a disappointment and didn't live up to my expectations.
2. Mike - 1 out of 5 stars - I couldn't get through "Midnight Manor Witch". The writing was incredibly dull, and I found myself struggling to stay engaged. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, and the descriptions were flat. The author failed to create a captivating and immersive world, leaving me feeling detached from the story. I also found the plot to be slow-paced and uneventful, with nothing exciting happening until the very end. I would not recommend "Midnight Manor Witch" to anyone looking for a thrilling and well-written fantasy read.
3. Emma - 2 out of 5 stars - "Midnight Manor Witch" had an interesting premise, but unfortunately, it fell short in execution. The writing style was mediocre, with awkward phrasing and repetitive descriptions that became tiresome. The characters lacked depth and felt one-dimensional, making it difficult to care about their fates. Furthermore, the pacing was uneven, resulting in a disjointed narrative that failed to maintain my interest. Overall, "Midnight Manor Witch" had a lot of potential, but it was ultimately a letdown.