If there could be one benevolent creature that I know of, it would be the kapre. I was first made …
The Manananggal
I grew up in a village teeming with folklore. Quiet nights, an overabundance of tall, wild grass, and gigantic trees …
5 Most Haunted Places in the Philippines
Fort Santiago, Intramuros Our first stop is at the heart of Manila. Fort Santiago, Intramuros, has been around since the …
Tikbalang: Bipedal Horse Creature of Philippine Folklore
Imagine a centaur. Now flip the image around: the human torso becoming a horse’s brown coat, the skull stretching out …
Duwendes: Little Elves in Filipino Mythology
It’s easy to blame the supernatural. When I misplace my phone or keys – which is more often than I’d …
Tiktik: The Philippine Version of the Vampire and Werewolf
I still remember the first time I heard of the tiktik. It was 2008, and I was huddled with the …
The Story Behind the White Lady
I don’t think anyone would be surprised if you reported you saw a white lady. It’s one of those unspoken …
Tiyanak: The Vampiric Baby Creature
Upon hearing the word tiyanak, the same image is conjured in my head: I am lost in the forest, fumbling …