Awan-ulo-na
Left – Right – Back – Forth See it dance and move, as its neck-stump froths and bubbles. The headless one moves through the field as swift and as graceful…
Patiyanak
“In the three days before the resurrection, the devil will make his way into the hearts of man. Be careful of the places you go and the things that you…
Mambabarang
“Another beetle, I guess that makes ten.” He almost laughs this time, and he would if it didn’t hurt so much. This time the thing came out of his right…
Aswang (Capiz)
Why should you fear death? Let me tell you a story. A long time ago, there was a rich woman who lived by the sea. She would not have any…
Abat
“I can make it in two minutes. It’s only a few feet to the next building and I can run fast.” You can feel your heartbeat reverberate to your feet,…
Dwende
It was a sight almost unbelievable to behold All the stories I had heard told Said the creature would withhold But here I was with a handful of gold And…
Batibat
The first time, she was tired. The day had been too long. Too many memories of shouting and fights, too many deadlines she couldn’t ignore. It had been pure joy…
Harimodon
Part 4 Aura’s Revenge This is all my fault. Papa’s really worried now. Kuya hasn’t been back in almost a day and we don’t know where he is. Papa doesn’t…
Onglo
It was the middle of the rainy season, when the raindrops were tossed by the winds, that two brothers sat quietly in their house – wondering how they would get…
Ansisit
“Kayu-kayu, madayu kayu.” “Now say it with me.” “Kayu-kayu, madayu kayu.” “Good. Now remember, we always have to say that whenever we pass this place.” “We also can’t sweep here…