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The document summarizes the legend of Rangda, a witch-widow and mistress of black magic in Bali. It describes Rangda appearing in ceremonies to advise villagers and demand offerings. Rangda is depicted as a monstrous old woman with white hair, black stripes, dangling breasts, and a long tongue. The legend originated from the 11th century Balinese queen Mahendradatta, who was exiled for practicing evil magic. She conspired to destroy the kingdom by sending plagues, but was eventually vanquished by the superi

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