"We tried to catch it, but instead it caught us!"

Acrylic ink and gouache on paper.

#illustration #kidlit #kidlitart #philippinemythology #sarimanok

with a release date of #September25th, #DIrectorWriter Team of #JoelCrawford&[JanuelMercado- #FilmDebut] have not yet released the trailers for #ForgottenIsland. THis movie is heavily seasoned with #PhilippineMythology & a well madestory. here are sound track excerpt

www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-HQ...

12 Weird Nights - Night 4 – The Night of Invisible Threads Series: 12 Weird Nights Episode: 4 of 12 The Night of Invisible Threads Why do we feel instantly connected to some people? Why do coincidences sometimes feel too perfect? And why do certain relationships survive distance, time, and silence? In this LilWeird episode, we explore the mysterious idea of invisible threads — unseen forces that seem to link people across cultures, histories, and lifetimes. This episode blends folklore, psychology, neuroscience, and lived experience to understand why humans form deep, meaningful connections that feel destined. We dive into the Japanese Red Thread of Fate (Akai Ito), Chinese destiny strings, Greek life-threads of the Moirai, and Philippine mythology from Mount Madja-as and Sidapa. We also break down the science behind these “connections that make no sense,” including interpersonal synchrony, coincidence patterns, déjà vu, serendipity, soul recognition, flow states, and the psychology of meaningful encounters. Finally, I share my personal reflection on soulmates, friendships that endure long distances, and the threads that never seem to break — even when life tries to pull them apart. If you're fascinated by fate, intuition, synchronicity, or the science of human connection, this episode will be one of your favorites. Keywords:  invisible threads meaning, red thread of fate, synchronicity psychology, soul connections, Filipino mythology, destiny stories, Moirai myth, interpersonal synchrony, serendipity, déjà vu, soulmates, connection science, folklore podcast, LilWeird ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode - The meaning and origins of the Red Thread of Fate in Japan and China - The role of the Moirai (Greek Fates) and how they shape our life “threads” - Philippine mythology on destiny, including Sidapa and the stories around Mount Madja-as - How interpersonal synchrony, mirror neurons, and “perfect timing” moments work in real life - Why some encounters feel like fate, soul recognition, or karmic alignment - How the brain creates patterns that feel meaningful, magical, or predestined - Why humans create stories about invisible strings across cultures - Personal reflection on soulmates, introversion, friendship, and meaningful bonds 🌙 REFERENCES & SUGGESTED READINGS Books Directly Referenced in the Episode: - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780061435188 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780061339202 Psychology, Consciousness & Human Behavior - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780691150505 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780316036139 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780393340624 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780374533557 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9781501147760 Science, Wonder & the Unexplained - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780735216112 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780345409461 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780553246988 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9781771642484 Creativity, Flow & Meaning - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9781476784724 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9780593652886 - https://bookshop.org/a/118908/9781594634727 If this episode sparked your curiosity, made you feel a little more enchanted, or reminded you of the stories hiding in plain sight—I’d love for you to stay connected with the LilWeird Universe. You can support the podcast, explore more curious content, and help keep this little world growing, glowing, and wonderfully weird. A gentle note: This episode of LilWeird Podcast is a blend of researched facts, folklore, personal reflection, and creative storytelling. While efforts were made to ensure accuracy, this episode is intended for curious exploration, not as a scientific or academic resource. Listener discretion is encouraged when interpreting historical or cultural content. 🌙 Affiliate Disclaimer Some of the links provided may be affiliate links through Bookshop.org. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the LilWeird Podcast and keeps the stories coming. Thank you for your support!

📣 New Podcast! "12 Weird Nights - Night 4 – The Night of Invisible Threads" on @Spreaker #12weirdnights #akaiito #culturalfolklore #flowstate #greekmythology #interpersonalsynchrony #invisiblethreads #lilweirdpodcast #moirai #philippinemythology #redthreadoffate #serendipity #sidapa

Applied my world building project "Kabal Kings" to these awesome Filipino poses.

RIGHT: A Biringan Guard equipped with a Krave (Kris and Wave).
LEFT: A Kasanaan resident owning the Kabal of Manggagaway, the Goddess of Sickness.

#worldbuilding #comics #Philippines #pinoymeme #PhilippineMythology

THE SARANG-GANI RAPTOR

#Fantasy #FantasyArt #FantasyCreature #PhilippineMythology

Resy, a mambabarang, summons a humongous scolopendra gigantea centipede with a triangle-shaped talisman drawn on the ground. Sigrid, a valkyrie, stands in awe at the creature, whilst holding her sword of light.

Concept art for my planned comic project! Sigrid and Resy inherit ancestral powers that make everyday life stranger than normal 💀
And yes, of course, it’s gonna be yuri.

#conceptart #illustration #horror #fantasy #comics #GL #yuri #nordicmythology #philippinemythology #filipinoculture

Surviving photograph of the 1966 Coconut Tree Accords, depicting President Marcos Sr. shaking hands with the figure known as ‘Bathala,’ flanked by the founding members of the Encantos Sagrados.

#komiks #artph #alternatehistory #philippinemythology #theresadaemoninmyhead

🌙✨ what lurks in the sea is the Bakunawa , the moon-eating dragon of Philippine folklore, humanized. 🐉🌕

#PhilippineMythology #Bakunawa

Prayers whispered to a crooked staff… The swarm always answers.

#barangwitch #mambabarang #insectwitch #HorrorGame #HorrorGaming #SurvivalHorrorGame #FolkloreHorror #PhilippineFolklore #GameDev #FilipinoCulture #PhilippineMythology #IndieGame #KuboNgLagim #TheDreadedHut #GnawPawStudios

Every offering has a price. Once the chant begins, there’s no turning back.

#RitualSite #HorrorGame #HorrorGaming #SurvivalHorrorGame #FolkloreHorror #HorrorCommunity #PhilippineFolklore #IndieGameDev #FilipinoCulture #PhilippineMythology #IndieGame #KuboNgLagim #TheDreadedHut #GnawPawStudios

This is why you should never follow the sound at night. The #Tiyanak is here, and it’s hungry.

#KuboNgLagim #TheDreadedHut #GnawPawStudios #IndieGame #HorrorGame #PhilippineFolklore #FilipinoFolklore #PhilippineMythology #GameShowcase #IndieHorrorGame #gamedev

Ramblings + Peek Into My First Interactive Story This isn’t your usual LilWeird episode, it’s more like a journal entry. In this catch-up, I share some reflections on past episodes (The Cosmic Compass and Philippine Star Lore) and how uncovering ancient knowledge of the skies inspired me to return to something I’ve always loved: writing stories. Somewhere between rambling thoughts and quiet confessions, I offer a glimpse into my newest project, Case 001: The Crossing. It begins with a disappearance, an old sky map, and a lighthouse that blinks when it shouldn’t. The story unravels like a forgotten dossier, filled with fragments, riddles, and signals that blur the line between history and myth.  So, join me for a short, honest ramble. Part reflection, part sneak peek, and maybe the first clue of what’s to come. If this episode sparked your curiosity, made you feel a little more enchanted, or reminded you of the stories hiding in plain sight, I’d love for you to stay connected with the LilWeird Universe. You can support the podcast, explore more curious content, and help keep this little world growing, glowing, and wonderfully weird. Thank you for listening and for keeping wonder alive. Stay curious. Keep your wonder close. 🌙✨ Credits: 🎵Intro - https://pixabay.com/%20https://cdn.pixabay.com/download/audio/2024/06/20/audio_c4397b8dad.mp3?filename=peaceful-piano-background-music-218762.mp3 🎵BGM - https://pixabay.com/%20https://cdn.pixabay.com/download/audio/2024/08/11/audio_59abd9cd50.mp3?filename=mystical-piano-atmosphere-231511.mp3 🎵 Outro - https://pixabay.com/%20https://cdn.pixabay.com/download/audio/2025/01/19/audio_7ca38a58bf.mp3?filename=magical-voyage-289679.mp3

📣 New Podcast! "Ramblings + Peek Into My First Interactive Story" on @Spreaker #alternaterealitygame #arg #arginspired #investigativestory #mysterypodcast #philippinefolklore #philippinemythology #worldbuilding

Y’all rlly out here giving TAGALOG deities VISAYAN tattoos as if the Tagalogs and the Visayans didn’t have beef

#filipino #philippinemythology #precolonial #philippines

Maria Makiling, goddess of Mt. Makiling

#MariaMakiling #Makiling #art #artist #goddess #philippinemythology #filipino

Dalaketnon
#spellai #Dalaketnon #mythologiephilippine
#PhilippineMythology
#Philippinefolklore #Folklorephilippin

Filipino Superheroine Darna

Quick warmup sketch of the iconic Filipino superheroine DARNA.
…I liked how it turned out, so maybe I’ll finish it 🤔
Cheers✨
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#Darna #LipadDarna #PhilippineMythology

Dalaketnon
#spellai #Dalaketnon #mythologiephilippine
#Philippinemythology

The Philippine trickster monster with a horse head who likes to shape shift youtu.be/yVz49SdUROM?... #Tikbalang #PhilippineMythology

Mayari :3

#pampanga #philippinemythology #deity #art

Gahum (Power) Ch-1 P1–6
Join Lala, Ban, and Taio as they begin their journey through Kagamhanan, a world shaped by Filipino folklore and tradition.
Dive into a story where bravery isn’t just magic it’s cultural memory and power.
#FilipinoComics #Komiks #PhilippineMythology #OriginalComics

Tagalog deities!!

Buwan - Goddess of prosperity and the moon. Also known as Kulalaying.

Araw - Beautiful God of the sun.

#philippinemythology #mythology #deity #art

Corazon Marikit Drawing Process ❤️

@monsterhigh #monsterhigh #corazonmarikit #philippinemythology #fanart #philippines

DreamWorks announces FORGOTTEN ISLAND, an original animated adventure from the team behind Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.

Set on a mythical island inspired by Philippine folklore, the film hits theaters September 25, 2026.

#ForgottenIsland #DreamWorks #PhilippineMythology

Manalastas, rooster deity. Son of Mayari.

Manalastas and Munag Sumala, goddess of Dawn.

Sisilim, goddess of dusk. Daughter of Mayari.

KAPAMPANGAN GODS!!

I was too lazy to draw clothes so I drew the couple without clothes.

#philippinemythology #pampanga #art #doodle

"Tahamaling"

Based from the Bagobo folklore, the Tahamaling is a forest spirit that looks after the animals in their domain. Hunters offer them betel nuts to gain their blessing before hunting (Ramos, 1971).

#philippinemythology #characterart #mythology #fantasy #CLIPSTUDIO #ph

This is also the myth of how Mayari renamed himself to Punsalang!! Chief of all her brother’s enemies

#philippinemythology

How Mayari looks at Sinukuan after he sends locusts to Mount Arayat because Lady Makiling had problems with those pesky bugs eating her people’s crops

#philippinemythology #mayari #pampanga #deity #myth

The reason why Laho/Rahu wants to eat the moon so bad is because the moon snitched on him after he found out method of extracting the gods’ sweet liquor. It’s really funny because I’d do the same
#philippinemythology

The cutest bungisngis 🤏
#iwiart #artph #philippinemythology #diwangtalim
#fountainpen

a cupid-inspired manananggal 💘 happy valentines day 🫶🏻 #horrorart #Philippinemythology