Historias de Babaylan

My thoughts on Filipino cosmology. Books I'm reading. Craft lessons I'm learning. Questions I can't answer. What it means to be a keeper of stories. Raw. Unfiltered. Real.

fanfic scenarios to sate your Trese obsession 😌 the dialogues, settings and other characters are up to you, im just giving you guys some plots you can use 💯

Hindi inaakala ni Gleah na magbabago ang kaniyang buhay simula nung pumanaw ang kaniyang ina. Naging mahiwaga at puno nang paglalakbay ito na nagbago sa kaniya. Malayo ito sa kaniyang nakagisnan na kung saan ay namulat siya sa katotohan. Maraming mga bagay ang kaniyang pagdadaan upang makamtam ang bagay na kaniyang nais na maunawaan at matuklasan--mga pagsubok na hahamon sa kaniyang puso't isipan--na magpapabago sa kaniyang kapalaran.

Long ago, it is said the great Bakunawa, the serpent of the sea and skies, tried to swallow the moons and plunge the world into eternal night. Legends claim the gods struck it down. But legends are often written by the victors - and sometimes, they hide truths darker than the night itself. In a realm where eight ancient clans once stood as pillars of balance, whispers of forgotten power stir again. One by one, young heirs are summoned to fulfill destinies they barely understand - heirs bound not only by bloodlines, but by secrets buried deep in the bones of the world. At the center of it all is Libulan Mayari, a boy unlike any before him - the first male babaylan in a clan where only women were believed capable of wielding the sacred gifts of life, spirit, and healing. Marked by a color he chose himself - pink, the hue of dawn and quiet rebellion - Libulan's very existence shatters ancient traditions. Yet with his rise comes unease, for the old stories begin to crack, revealing something hidden beneath. Together with the other young masters - Thaddeus, Kaiana, and Marcus among others- Libulan embarks on a journey across cursed islands, forgotten temples, and living mountains. Along the way, they encounter creatures of myth - not as monsters, but as relics of a stolen past. The young masters soon realize that the true enemy is not chaos or ancient beasts... but the rewritten history that imprisoned both the Bakunawa and their own clans in chains of lies. As the last moon trembles in the sky, they must decide: Will they protect the world built on falsehoods - or tear it down to reveal the forgotten truth?

Five teens. One ancient legacy. A battle for Ma'i's soul. In the scattered islands of Ma'i, where jungle meets city and myth hides in the cracks of everyday life, stories of gods and guardians have faded into superstition-forgotten relics of a time when the divine walked among mortals. But not all myths stay buried. When long-dormant deities rise again-vengeful, powerful, and determined to reclaim a world that has moved on-five teenagers are thrust into the center of a war they never saw coming. Each one is the descendant of a forgotten babaylan line, carrying within them gifts they never asked for, bound to a heritage they were never taught to understand. As chaos begins to ripple across Ma'i-storms that defy science, creatures thought to exist only in folklore, whispers of war in both the mortal and spirit realms-these teens must come together. They are strangers from different walks of life, with fractured pasts, clashing beliefs, and wounds that run deeper than they know. To survive, they must uncover the truth of their bloodlines, unlock their ancestral power, and confront the gods-old and new-who would see the world burn to remake it in their image. But power alone will not be enough. They must learn to trust each other, forgive what they find in themselves, and fight not just for survival, but for the soul of Ma'i itself. Will they rise as protectors-or fall as pawns in a war older than time? The fate of their world may depend not on their strength... but on their courage to remember who they truly are.

For the people of Maharlika, the supernatural is a familiar terror. Haunted by ghouls, witches, ogres, and sigbins, the townsfolk lived in fear and loathing of these nightmarish beings. Yet, an unexpected arrival or two may just change everything. This story will be coming to Royal Road too as soon as it gets approved!

Meet Maria Clara, ang modernang Maria Clara sa panahon ngayon kung saan sakit sa ulo siya ng kanyang Daddy. Nag-iisang anak kaya naman lumaki siyang nasusunod ang lahat ng gusto. Hanggang sa isang araw ng masagad niya ang kanyang Daddy. Ipinatapon siya nito sa probinsya nila sa Bukidnon upang bigyan siya ng leksyon; dapat niyang mapalago ang maliit nilang negosyo na Flower Farm. Sisiw para sa kanya dahil naturuan na siya sa ganoong larangan. Pero sa pagpunta niya sa nasabing probinsya, hindi lang pala ang pagpapalago ng Flower farm ang magiging misyon niya dahil sa isang iglap ay mapapadpad siya sa ibang mundo na ni-minsan sa panaginip ay hindi niya naisip na mararating niya. ---------- All Rights Reserved Copyright ©2021 by J. O. Arandia written: ©2018 First Publish: June 11, 2021 End: Book Cover: @seleskies ❤️

This book contains the world building elements and some lore I took from Visayan mythology to make my Bagani Saga stories. I've also added some fragments and pieces from my published and unpublished works here. I hope you enjoy this pedants! 😊 Author's note: As with all world building elements, some of the things here are inspired by facts (or in this case, Visayan mythology and Philippine History). My version does not genuinely follow the local mythology. So, just apply large amounts of suspension of disbelief if you notice something odd. It also extends to the depiction of places or the setting in general. Again, just to be clear this version is not accurate and are purely 'fictionalized'. The author would like to invoke his right to artistic liberties :)

supernatural, fictions, magic, frienships, horror

Paano kung ang mga bagay na napapanood mo lamang sa pelikula na sa pagkakaalam mo'y likha lamang ng ating malikot na isipan ay totoo palang nangyayari sa totoong buhay at hindi aakalain na ito'y iikot sa iyong mga palad. Meet Michaela Delgado, ang batang walang hinangad kundi maging buo ang kanyang pagkatao sa pamamagitan ng pagkilala sa kanyang tunay na ama na ni minsan sa tanang buhay ay hindi pa niya nakikita ngunit ang hindi niya alam ay hindi lang pala ito ang kanyang suliranin. Sa kanyang pagharap sa hamon ng buhay at pagkamit sa kanyang sinumpaang tungkulin (bilang Luna/leader ng mga lobo) ay susubukin ang kanyang tapang at responsibilidad para ipagtanggol ang kanyang nasasakupan. Paano kaya niya ipagtatanggol ang kanyang nasasakupan kahit hindi naman niya kinamulatan ang mundong kanilang tinatahak. Pagtitibayin kaya ng panahon ang kanyang loob o bubuwagin ng mga pagsubok ang tatag ng pader na kanyang binubuo? Ipagpapalit ba niya ang sariling kaligayan mapaglingkuran lang ang mga taong nakasandal at umaasa sa kanya? Na minsang nagpahirap sakanya. Halina't sabay-sabay tayong tumawa, madurog, umiyak at bumangon sa kwento ni Michaela Delgado sa "THE LONG LOST THREE-TAILED WOLF"

Tittle: I'm a Supernatural Hunter Genres:Paranormal/Fantasy/Romance/Comedy Date started:Dec. 3,2018 Date finished:____________ A/N:"read at your own risk na Lang kayo guys... Dito talaga ako stock palagi eh.. hehe.. thanks. " ps:Hindi po horror itong story.

"What if your next vlog takes you 500 years into the past?" Samantha Reyes, a sarcastic Gen Z vlogger, suddenly wakes up in the body of Dayang Mayumi, the daughter of a Datu in pre-colonial Philippines. Instead of beaches and fiestas, she's now dealing with: ⚔️ tribal wars, 🔥 arranged marriage politics, 👩‍🦱 a babaylan who thinks she's possessed, ✨ and a prophecy declaring her the "Diwata" who will change history. With zero survival skills (and a whole lot of sarcasm), Sam must navigate ancient customs, fight off pirates with a walis tingting, and clash with the stoic warrior Lakan Dumagsa-who might just be her greatest enemy... or her forbidden love. Can a modern girl survive a world without WiFi, AC, and bubble tea? Or will she rewrite history with her own version of Girl Power? 🌺 A story of laughter, love, and legacy set in the rich world of pre-colonial Philippines.

Tala is a 21-year-old first year medical student at the University of the Philippines Philippine General Hospital. Unbeknownst to most, she hails from generations of babaylans, Filipino shamans tasked with appeasing, harnessing, or communicating with spirits of the dead and of nature. While groomed to practice the ancient traditions of her forebears, she must also make her way into the world while protecting her family's legacy, both financially and socially. Though her sheltered youth makes her naive and inexperienced, she is eager to explore. Narciso is a 28-year-old pathology resident trying to juggle work and a family secret that has only barely evaded escape. He is the youngest in a family of aswangs, ordinary humans by day, monstrous shapeshifters by night, able to hide their true nature through stealth, as well as wealth accumulated through generations of assimilation with society through a booming family-owned sugar conglomerate. Narciso is torn between the vagaries of his origins, unwanted family obligations, and his medical vocation. Tala and Narciso eventually meet at the Philippine General Hospital. Narciso has become weary of the world and Tala's enthusiasm, compassion, and innervating conversations are like a breath of fresh air. Despite having different backgrounds and values, the two are inexplicably drawn to each other. Tala quickly discovers that Narciso is far more complex than she initially assumed. As their unlikely friendship grows deeper, Tala begins to understand how fear and ignorance can cause people to be unforgiving, judge others harshly, and make careless, life-altering decisions. Along with this newfound understanding comes a greater appreciation for her own heritage.

Before the Philippines were colonized by foreign countries, Filipinos have Babaylan who is equally ranked to the status of a chieftain (Datu). The Babaylan guided her people with her knowledge in food, animals, clothing, medicine and other ways of life. Sooner or later, the name of Babaylan was changed into ambularyo, manghihilot and other practitioners. They have expertise in healing with the use of herbs, amulets and other traditional medicines. Today we still have ambularyo and other medical practioners and they are focused to heal the sick and to treat various diseases. #herbal plants #cure #treatment #health #medicine

Iñigo never expected to be the wielder of the ancient Agimat - a powerful relic destined to protect his world from dark forces. When the fearsome Aswangs rise, threatening everything he loves, Iñigo must embark on a dangerous quest to find the lost Agimats, the secret clans sworn to guard the Agimat's power. With his loyal friends by his side, Iñigo faces mysteries, battles, and revelations that will change his life forever. Will he uncover the truth in time, or will darkness consume them all?

A young group of bullies Senior High students will uncover the hidden character of Athena unexpectedly, suspected as the reason for all the evilness happening downtown.

A cursed ring that turns hearts - and hollows souls. Lucien Reyes has everything: charm, power, control. Until Isabel says no. One turn of the ring makes anyone fall in love. But real love? That's the price. From Manila's velvet lounges to haunted forests in Majayjay, desire becomes a haunting. The devil wants his due. But love might rewrite the contract. The Last Unturned Heart-a dark, seductive tale of obsession, redemption, and the cost of control.

Nayon ng Barasan, pook na naging simula ng kaniyang paglalakbay. Ang tumunghay sa pagsibol ng kaniyang kapangyarihan at ang tahanang ni minsan ay hindi niya ninais na lisanin. Takot ang siyang madarama sa pagtuklas ng mga bagong bagay na hindi kapani-paniwala ngunit siya'y hindi natitinag sa mga bagay na 'yon. Tunghayan ang paglalakbay ng isang Babaylan sa mga pook na hindi niya pa nagagawang suyurin ng kaniyang tingin. Mga bagay na hindi niya pa nagagawang paniwalaa ngunit ang hiwagang dala ay nagdadala ng kakaibang dama sa kaniyang diwa. Sa pagdating ng bagong yugto ng kaniyang pag-iral, mababago niya kaya ang tadhanang nakarugtong sa kaniyang buhay? O tatanggapin niya ito ng taos puso? "Ang Silakbo ng damdamin at ang Hiraya ng isip kapag pinagsama'y walang makapipigil." ------ ctto for the pictures that I used in the cover. Written by: SerDern - Ince ❂

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In a world where ancient magic and modern technology collide, a young woman named Bulan must embrace her destiny as a powerful babaylan, a guardian of the supernatural realm. Armed with a deep connection to the elements, Bulan faces off against a sinister demon whose schemes threaten to unleash chaos upon the Philippines. With the help of her friend Marga, Bulan journeys into a hidden world where the past and the present collide, battling creatures of legend and fighting for the future of her nation.