Sarangay
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| Grouping | Philippine minotaur |
| Similar entities | Minotaur |
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| Region | Philippines |
Sarangay is a creature in Philippine mythology resembling a minotaur with a gemstone attached to its ears. When the Spanish first heard the story in the 17th century, they thought the legends described the Greek minotaur.[citation needed] Sarangay is described as half bull (specifically, a male water buffalo) and half man.[citation needed]
According to folklore, the creatures guard their jewels and attempted thieves will be killed mercilessly. It was said that when a Sarangay becomes enraged, smoke issues from its nostrils.[1]
In popular culture
[edit]- In the mobile game EverWing, Sarangay is an unlockable creature.[2][3]
- In the table-top roleplaying game Pathfinder, Sarangay appear as a playable race in the 2nd edition's Tian Xia character guide.[4]
References
[edit]- ↑ Mga Engkanto: A Bestiary of Filipino Fairies. Philippines: eLf ideas Publication. 2003.
- ↑ "Gamingph.com". 2017.
- ↑ "Wheninmanila.com". 20 July 2017.
- ↑ "2e.aonprd.com.com". 2024.
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