Mythology
Filipino Mythology Quiz
Aswang, diwata, and Bathala — the rich mythic world of the Philippine islands.
Aswang, diwata, and Bathala — the rich mythic world of the Philippine islands.
This Filipino mythology quiz draws from a pool of 50 questions covering the gods, spirits, and creatures of the Philippines. With over 300 documented supernatural beings spread across more than 7,000 islands, Filipino mythology is one of the most diverse and richly layered mythological traditions in Southeast Asia.
Each round presents 10 randomized questions from our pool of 50, so no two attempts are the same. Every question is multiple choice with four options. You get instant feedback after each answer with a detailed explanation, and you can share your final score with friends.
Questions span the supreme deities like Bathala and Kan-Laon, terrifying creatures such as the aswang and manananggal, beloved nature spirits like the diwata Maria Makiling, pre-colonial spiritual practices led by babaylan priestesses, creation myths including the famous story of Malakas and Maganda emerging from a split bamboo, and cosmic beings like the moon-swallowing Bakunawa.
An aswang is a shapeshifting creature from Filipino folklore that is considered the most feared supernatural being in the Philippines. Aswang can transform into animals such as dogs, cats, or pigs to blend in during the day, but at night they hunt for prey, particularly targeting pregnant women and the sick. Different regions describe different types of aswang, making it an umbrella term for various malevolent creatures.
Bathala (also spelled Bathalang Maykapal) is the supreme god of the Tagalog people in pre-colonial Filipino mythology. He is the creator of the universe and all living things, ruling from the heavens (Kaluwalhatian). The common Filipino expression "Bahala na" (leave it to God) derives from his name, reflecting his deep cultural significance even centuries after Spanish colonization.
The most famous Filipino creation myth is the story of Malakas (Strong) and Maganda (Beautiful), the first man and woman who emerged from a split bamboo stalk. A bird (often identified as the Sarimanok) pecked at the bamboo, splitting it open to reveal the two humans inside. This Tagalog origin story is one of many creation narratives across the Philippine islands, as each ethnic group has its own version of how the world and humanity came to be.
Last updated: April 2026