tikbalang
Tikbalang is a creature from Philippine folklore, typically described as a tall humanoid with a horse's head and long limbs. In some versions the horse head sits on a mostly human body, while in others the being resembles a rider with horse features. The tikbalang is usually associated with forests, fields, and remote trails, particularly in rural areas of the Philippines.
In traditional tales, the tikbalang is a trickster and shapeshifter. It can mislead travelers, confuse them,
Regional beliefs vary, but many communities view the tikbalang as a forest spirit that should be treated
Remedies and taming myths differ by locality. Folklore cites several suggested methods for appeasing or subduing
Today the tikbalang remains a common motif in Philippine literature, cinema, and popular culture, where it embodies