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Far Eastern University- also known simply as FEU, is a nonsectarian private university in Manila, Philippines. Created by the merger of Far Eastern College and the Institute of Accountancy, FEU became a university in 1934 under the guidance of first president Dr. Nicanor B. Reyes Sr.
Kalayo- means fire in Bicolano dialect .
Duros- means wind in Bicolano dialect .
Pugot- are headless ghosts. They wander in places where they used to live or where they were decapitated. They haunt because they are searching for their head; which needs to be rejoined with their corpse and then blessed so they can finally rest in peace. However, some of them have the intention to avenge themselves or harm people. They are believed to behead their victims.
Mutya- is a small jewel that drops from the heart of the Banana tree during a full moon.
The said jewel can provide those who manage to swallow it a repertoire of powers like inhuman strength, invisibility, and rejuvenation of their youth.
Maligno- are creatures in the Philippine Mythology that is divided into two groups the good and bad.
Engkanto- are mythical environmental spirits that are said to have the ability to appear in human form. They are often associated with the spirits of ancestors in the Philippines. They are also characterized as spirit sorts like sirens, dark beings, elves, and more. Belief in their existence has likely existed for centuries, and continues to this day.
Engkantao- the offspring of mating between humans and engkanto, diwata, anito.
Kapre- is a dark and hairy giant creature known for being mischievous. This giant is usually seen atop large trees smoking a giant tobacco. However, Kapre are actually misunderstood. They are nice and kind creatures and they only attack people if they are harmed.
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