S1 Ep40: Skinwalkers in Iraq

Summary

In this episode, a marine shares chilling tales from his guard duty in Iraq, particularly centered around an eerie abandoned hotel. During a late-night watch, he and his comrade encounter strange phenomena, including unsettling footsteps and glowing eyes. The discussion turns to the legend of skinwalkers from Navajo culture, prompting the platoon to question the true nature of their experience.

Key takeaways

• 1Marine recounts experiences on guard duty in Iraq at an abandoned hotel.
• 2Encounter with glowing eyes in a boiler room.
• 3Suggestion of a skinwalker by a fellow marine as an explanation for the events.
• 4Abandoned hotel setting raises questions about supernatural encounters.
• 5Location: Trebil, Iraq, near the Jordanian border.

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Excerpt from Astonishing Legends, Jul 29, 2025. Rights remain with the original creators. Hear the full episode at the source.