Chapter ThirteenMAMA’S DIY
ENGKANTASIA BOOK
Tikbalang
The tikbalang is a creature that lurks in the mountains and forests. It is very tall, bony, with longer limbs than normal that when it squats, its knees reach above its head. It has the head and feet of a horse.
The tikbalang is mild by nature but is also a great trickster. It confuses its victims so that they keep returning to the same spot no matter how far they go or where they turn.
The tikbalangs are the brave guardians of Engkantasia. These creatures are found standing at the foot of large trees, guarding the entrance to the engkanto’s territory.
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ome in, Karina, I’ll take care of the cab fare, don’t worry,” he said, looking fabulous even in his pajamas.
I held my bag close to my chest, very aware of my vulnerability. Jas
