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Category Filipino Mythical Creatures

Meet aswang, tikbalang, and more. Dive into Filipino mythical creatures rooted in vibrant folklore and centuries of local tradition.

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Aswang – The Filipino Shapeshifting Terror

The Philippines Most Feared Monster The Aswang ranks as the most feared creature in Filipino folklore – a shapeshifting monster that preys on pregnant women and children. Unlike many mythological beings confined to remote wilderness, the Aswang lives among humans, appearing as a normal person by day while hunting by night. Daytime Disguise By day, […]

nick Creighton
December 5, 2025

Filipino Mythical Creatures

Tikbalang Myths: Inside the Filipino Trickster Legend

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Native to Filipino folklore, the horse-headed Tikbalang leads travelers astray in dense forests, but its true purpose remains mysteriously uncertain.

nick Creighton
February 22, 2025

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