Santa Muerte is a benevolent spirit, often asked for healing and protection. Many people seeking Santa Muerte’s help will leave offerings such as fruits, flowers, even soda or liquor. There are statues of Santa Muerte in cemeteries and holy places. People keep small figurines of the saint in their homes. When various evil creatures rear their heads, “Saint Death” sends her soldiers to deal with them. One such soldier is Veronica, a schoolgirl indebted to and empowered by Santa Muerte.
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