Tiyanak
Country of Origin: Philippines
Being Type: Demon Infant
Being Type: Demon Infant
Power Stats
Aggression
9/10
Magic Abilities
9/10
Physical Power
5/10
Origin Backstory
Spirit of unbaptized or aborted child that mimics a crying baby to lure victims, then reveals fangs and claws to attack. Forest and village terror.
Key Features
- •Baby cry lure
- •Monstrous reveal
- •Fanged claw attack
- •Unbaptized soul
- •Backward feet variant
Lore
Tiyanak is a demonic infant spirit in Philippine folklore, the soul of an unbaptized or aborted child that cries like a baby to lure victims into forests or villages, then reveals fangs and claws to attack. It preys on the unwary, embodying guilt, tragedy, and supernatural vengeance. In myths, Tiyanak represents the consequences of neglecting spiritual rites and the dangers of the night. It serves as a warning to protect children and perform proper rituals in Philippine tradition.