One very small town. One large group of religious outsiders. One relentless leader. And one massive, years long battle for who would remain in control.

What began as general discomfort with new and unknown people moving close to town somehow ended up involving fake lives, a mass poisoning, and assasination attempts. This is part two of Rajneeshpuram. 

Music by:
Swelling
"Night II"

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