wind elemental - tawong Lipod

Tawong Lipod is a general term of unseen spirits in modern-day Bicol

Tawong Lipod - were beautiful wind spirits and nymphs who came down from the heavens and turned into ulgy and grotesque malevolent and dark beings. Ugly and evil they turned invisble causing malice.

Tawong Lipod  are the invisible wind elementals or the wind people in Philippine (Bicol) folklore

"Tawong Lipod" refers to ancient mythical beings in Philippine folklore, initially perceived as gentle and beautiful female spirits associated with clouds and waters in Bicolano culture. Over time, their portrayal shifted, and they transformed into malevolent entities known as Engkanto in contemporary times. While originally described as slender and beautiful, with the power to control winds, they are now depicted as dark and harmful invisible creatures. In present-day Philippines, Tawong Lipod is often negatively portrayed in horror stories, causing illnesses and distress to people, diverging from their original benevolent image. This transformation reflects a change in cultural narratives and perceptions of these mythical beings over time.

 They were described as attractive and lithe human looking creatures.  has the power create or control winds. In Bicolano Mythology they are the surfs and handmaiden of the lunar god Bulan. and also the main reason why the lunar gods Haliya and Bulan descended into the waters of Bicol.

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In Bicol they are believed to help people in need if they deserve it and punish the wrong by sending strong gust of winds.

Horror stories of invisible malevolent  Dark Engkanto in modern folklore

The transformation of Tawong Lipod from benevolent wind maidens to malevolent beings in contemporary stories reflects a dynamic relationship between folklore and cultural context. In modern horror tales, Tawong Lipod is often portrayed as invisible and malevolent Engkanto causing harm and fear. The shift towards horror storytelling involves highlighting the darker and more menacing aspects of the Tawong Lipod folklore. This evolution aligns with the conventions of horror narratives, where mysterious and ominous beings create tension and fear. In these stories, Tawong Lipod appears as dark, malevolent, and invisible Engkanto, taking on scary forms like dark shadows or ugly beings when they manifest.