Mangkukulam

Flames then engulfed the mangkukulam’s body, which caused the victim to become ill and finally die when the mangkukulam put out the flames. The flames can’t be extinguished even by water and only the mangkukulam can quell it.

Amalanhig

Upon rising from the grave, these amalanhig lurk in the woods and live as blood and life essence suckers. At night they go to nearby villages to prey on the residents using their sharp, pointed tongue.

Monsters & other supernatural beings from Filipino folklore & myths

This list aims to reintroduce Philippine folklore and mythology’s myriad creatures and other beings that were obscured by centuries of colonialism and modernity.

The Trophy

An ancient Panay Island warrior looks down on his hunting trophy – a dead Marcupo. A Marcupo or Makupo is a giant serpent in Philippine mythology (specifically among the Hiligaynons). Its characteristics include a prominent red crest on its head, a long tongue with thorn like hairs, sharp tusks, and a forked tail. It is…