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Should I say his name out loud or in my mind?

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It is recommended that you say his name out loud. That makes it more dramatic and scary.

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Will the challenge be harmful in any way?

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No, it won't be harmful to you.

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How do I make Charlie go away?

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Replace the pencils again and say "Charlie, Charlie, can we stop?" If the pencil moves to yes say goodbye. If not, make a prayer and drop the pencils loudly. This will scare the demon away.

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Why was Charlie moving things in my room after I played the game?

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Always tell him when the game is over. Be polite, and tell him it is no longer time to play.

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Can I make Charlie go away by breaking the pencil and ripping the paper?

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That will probably just make him mad. I recommend you just try to ask politely instead.

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How do I break the contact with Charlie?

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Though Charlie is not there, you can burn that piece of paper if you feel scared.

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Will Charlie disturb us for only playing once in our lifetime?

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If you're polite with him, probably not. Just don't be rude.

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Can I do it anytime in the day?

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Yes, you can do it at any time of the day.

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What questions should you ask Charlie?

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Start by asking Charlie if he wants to play, then move on to yes or no questions.

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Why are people scared of Charlie?

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They believe that he is a demon and a very bad one at that.

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Can I cheat by blowing on it?

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You can cheat, but why would you? That wouldn't be very fun.

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Where should I play this game?

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In a dark room, preferably without any windows. You can light candles to give it an even creepier atmosphere.

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Is it bad to play the Charlie game on a Ouija board?

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Yes. It could lead to some dangerous situations with evil spirits.

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How do I know if this game is real or fake?

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No one actually knows for sure. Most people say it's physics, some say it is real, but you can decide.

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What can I do if this didn't work?

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Try placing the paper at an angle and make sure the pencils aren't perfectly balanced.

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Can this challenge be played alone?

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It may work alone, but it is better with other people joining you for it.

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What pencils should I use?

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You can use any kind you want.

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How do I tell if he has entered my social media, and how do I stop him if he has?

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Assuming we are still talking about Charlie, try to talk to him about it. The internet is as open to him as it is to you. You can always ask him to leave, just make sure you are polite.

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Is the game dangerous?

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Most likely not, unless you believe in ghosts/demons, then maybe!

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What might I be doing wrong if this method is not working for me?

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You may need to balance the pencils or play the game on the floor in an even position.

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Is Charlie really moving the pencil?

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No. It is pure physics - nothing demonic.

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Will Charlie move big objects like a television?

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Remember that Charlie isn't real. People make videos where it looks like he can move big objects. That's the whole point of he game - to scare people.

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How are the pencils moving?

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it IS NOT demonic. it is simply physics and the answers it gives you are random, if it says "yes" to a question like "charlie charlie, will you kill me?" it's just a random answer. of course there is a majority of people who think it's real but in my opinion they are probably idiots

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What if I feel scared?

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Call someone to be with you, or simply stop playing. If you continue to feel scared, drop the pencils loudly to scare Charlie away.

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If Charlie isn't really there, how is he moving the pencil?

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It is the awkward way the pencils are put and physics.

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What do I do if I rip it?

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If you rip it then just explain politely to Charlie that you were just scared.

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Does it have to be nighttime to play Charlie Charlie?

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No, but it adds a spooky atmosphere for your videos. It also helps to film in a place that frequently has spooky noises.

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Will Charlie get mad if I drop the pencils?

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No, he will not get mad, dropping the pencils is how you scare him away. But do not drop the pencils if you still want to play.

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What do I do if I have tried to balance a pencil a ton of times, yet it still doesn't work?

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That probably means Charlie doesn't want to play, is sleeping, with another person, etc. It could also mean that you should try different pencils or make sure that you are trying to do it on a perfectly level surface.

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Can I play this game in the morning?

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Yes, you can play at any time of the day.

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