the Palladium
Halloween ed.
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JOREN LEX A. TAN Editor in Chief ROBERTO ROMALIO G. REYES Associate Editor ZETH LORENZO Z. SAMSON Managing Editor DANICA C. EVANGELISTA Junior Associate Editor JOAQUIN JEROME A. PARAS Junior Managing Editor JADE MARGARETTE S. PITOGO Arts And Culture Editor STEFANIE GO Features Editor JACINTO ANTON U. AMANTE News Editor JENNIFER DENISE D. GUECO Legal Editor KHALELA JOHN D. TALION Layouts Editor BERNADETTE GABRIELLE R. ENCARNACION Photography Editor MEGAN B. MARCOS Multimedia Editor ROMANO RENE DANIEL M. SANTOS External Relations Manager DANIEL JOHN A. FORDAN Online Content Manager MARIANNE JEZELLE JEM T. MACARILAY Office Manager DARLENE CIARA G. CRISTOBAL Circulations Manager
TABLE OF CONTENT S PAGE 2
Foreword
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Road Trip Gone Wrong
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Astral Projection
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What’s Your Favorite Folklore?
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Last Minute Halloween Costume Idea: Riverdale
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Staying in or Partying out?
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Contributors
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his issue is The Palladium’s very first Halloween Special. This premiere will give you the Halloween spirit, as it features real life ghost stories that would make the hair on the back of your neck stand, Filipino folklores for those missing province’s tales of horror, and an account which involves the struggle of a law student dealing with the agony of the daily grind! On a lighter note, it contains our top movies to watch for those who prefer to stay in, and the metro’s top Halloween party places to go to! The edition also features a ‘Riverdale’ spread for your last-minute halloween costume ideas.
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hough classes will resume after the two day holiday break, we encourage you to let loose, drop your books, have fun, and relax. Leave the ghosts of the grueling days in the library to prepare for a nightmare of cases, and instead enjoy The Halloween! Alyanna Marie T. Manalang Danica C. Evangelista Project Heads
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orror stories are not new to us. Ever since we were kids, stories about Manananggals, Tikbalangs, and Aswangs hounded our television sets every Halloween season. But more than that, it is the mystery of whether or not they are real that seemed to arouse our curiosity. Though some are scared just by the mere thought of such, others get excited that they even try to look for it. This is what inspired The Palladium to issue this special edition.
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his issue contains personal accounts of Ateneo Law students regarding their paranormal experiences. Moreover, an article about Filipino folklore is included to remind us of our colorful and multidimensional heritage. Lastly, a ‘Riverdale’ spread shows costume ideas for your halloween parties.
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hough the Halloween season is popularly associated with ghosts and horror stories, let us not forget that the true purpose of the coming holidays is to remember and honor the dead. Joren Lex A. Tan Editor in Chief
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TRUE S T ORY ACCOU N T S
My friends and I went on a road trip to Tagaytay. The plan was to visit a certain church as part of our project in Theology, then take advantage of the fact that we were already in Tagaytay and eat bulalo. The drive was uneventful, until we missed the exit. We realized that we were going the wrong way when we noticed that we were nearing the mountains already. Something felt off because we were all familiar with the road, but I shrugged it off. It was already dark when we reached the church compound’s gate. We were contemplating whether we should still go inside, but considering that we traveled from Makati, we decided to push through with our plan. At that point, I already knew something was wrong. I blacked out. I could move, but I felt heavy, as if some force was approaching the car. I then heard one of my friends, A, to stop the car and just go back to the main road. B turned the car around. Upon reaching the main road, I was able to see properly again. I was about to ask A what happened, she knew and just nodded. We were all starving at that point, we decided to go to this restaurant C recommended. C forgot the exact location of the restaurant so we had to use Google to reach our destination. For a few minutes, we followed the directions with no questions. But then we realized that we were already quite far from the main road. It was dark, and there was not much traffic on the road where we were on. In fact there was only one white van in front of us. The van then
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ROAD TRIP GONE WRONG turned right to another street. Google wanted us to turn right as well. I looked towards the road saw the van vanish into the dark street. Next thing I knew, my friends were screaming as B quickly turned the car around and drove us back to the main road. We found the restaurant. Apparently, we drove past it. Not wanting the weird drive to ruin our appetite, we went inside and ordered our food. I went to the restroom. It had no door but there was a thick curtain dividing it from the rest of the place. I got inside, barely able to take a seat, I quickly ran outside and back to my friends. They were wondering what happened to me, I just told them I’d tell them when we got back to Makati. We ate our food then got back to the car and drove back to Makati. I always tell my friends not to tell stories when someone might be listening. There’s a good possibility that they will hear you, and probably follow you. When they’re too strong, I usually black out. A’s stronger, she saw them running towards the car when we were driving to the church. I wasn’t able to look directly at the van in front of us, because there was someone inside staring at us. It was good that B turned the car around quickly. It was a dead end, and there was woman in the middle of the road looking dead straight at us. She probably got mad, because she followed us to the restaurant. Thank god the car was full, she probably would have gotten in the car with us back to Makati. P
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ASTRAL PROJECTION By Noni Buenviaje It was already 3 in the morning when I decided to go to sleep. It was a relatively late time for me because I usually go to bed at around 12 midnight. As usual, I didn’t notice that I was already asleep and was already dreaming. Suddenly, I cannot move and had difficulty speaking in my dream. It didn’t bother me that much at first since I already had several episodes of sleep paralysis in the past. However, it felt that something is different this time around. In an attempt to stir myself, I tried moving my fingers and toes. I also tried shouting but my voice won’t escape my mouth. However, after what felt like a couple of minutes, I’m nowhere near waking up. I was starting to feel a bit anxious. It is getting more and more difficult to shout as my chest felt being compressed. I can no longer breath properly. Fear was already creeping in my mind. It was after several attempts to rouse myself when I realized that it was not an ordinary case of sleep paralysis. In my past experiences, I was usually aware of my surroundings but I cannot move my body. This time, however, I was likewise well aware of my surroundings but I was in a different place. I didn’t notice this at first because I know this particular place. In fact, it was a place that I also used to sleep in. I was in the living room of our old house. It was a place that no longer existed but yet I was there well aware and conscious of what was happening. I immediately thought of the movie Insidious which touched upon the topic of astral projection. What if I, for some reason, was
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able to astral project? The idea definitely frightened me and put me into panic mode. My anxiety has risen and my senses became more active. I was hearing people walk by from nearby distances. I can hear people talking but no one can hear my frantic calls for help. After another few minutes of futile attempts of waking myself up, I saw something stirring beside me! Someone or something lying underneath a blanket was getting up inches from where I lie. It was shaking in an unnerving and unnatural manner. The footsteps became louder as if it was closing in on me. It scared the hell out of me but my movement was still restricted. I just continued to shout as hard as I can until I heard a door open and I finally woke up, shouting. I was back in my room, breathing heavily, and the person who opened my bedroom door told me that I was shouting in my sleep. I checked my phone and was surprised to see that only 30 minutes have passed since I decided to go to sleep. Unsurprisingly, I was not able to sleep after what happened. I ended up browsing the internet reading articles about sleep paralysis. Most articles say that sleep paralysis is a normal thing. A couple other relates it to paranormal activities. One article even mentioned that it can indeed lead to astral projection. Whatever caused my sleep paralysis, it was definitely a scary experience. P
MIRROR By Basil Maguigad One silent evening, after my usual round of TV-series, I went to the bathroom for my pre-bedtime rituals. It was around midnight when I finally got to lie down on my bed to sleep. My room is arranged in such a way that my bed is on the bottom-left corner of my room with the body-sized mirror directly to my right, facing me. At around 3 o’clock in the morning, I was suddenly roused from my sleep. I was lying on my right side and my eyes happened on my reflection in the mirror across the room—reflecting back an image of a person, which was not myself. I was paralyzed, the whole time affixing my gaze at the figure looming over the seemingly distant reflection of my own body. I would never forget that ominous, ladylike figure standing beside my bed…just standing there, not doing anything, as if it were just waiting for a chance to come even closer. I wanted to close my eyes, get up from the bed, and turn on the lights—but I was utterly unable to do so. These hour-like minutes staring at the figure started to produce
a clearer image of the woman’s distorted face. Moments later, I could finally move my hand. I pointed at the mirror and inexplicably shouted the words “by the power of Christ I compel you [to leave]” came flying out of my mouth. I was terrified and the helplessness that I felt at that moment is something that to this day, I have never come close to re-experiencing. Suddenly, my mother knocked on my door, she had heard me shouting the words of banishment. At that instance, I was able to move again and I opened the door. The memory is still as vivid today as it was on that very night. The woman’s face, my pointing at the mirror, and my words still replay in my thoughts. To this day, I wish it were just a bad dream, but somehow it felt more real than that. I guess, what I learned after that night was that one should never sleep in front of a mirror. Because one day, you might wake up beside another’s person’s reflection staring back at you. P 05
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FILIPINO FOLKLORE? by: Marjolaine T. De Castro
Most of us associate the month of October as the season of ghost hunting, sharing of scary stories, and even celebrating it with costumes depicted in horror films or from our very own Filipino folklore. The Philippines has an equal share in its scary stories that will definitely leave goosebumps on every reader. Most of the Filipino monsters are often used in our films, such as Shake, Rattle, and Roll, Magandang Hatinggabi, Spirit Warriors, and many more. Let us name a few of these folkores: https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/17/images/14430113c73a30d8.jpg
https://www.aswangproject.com/manananggal-nightmares/
F I LI P I N O F OLKLORE
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The Mananggal
The White Lady
Every Filipino surely knows what a manananggal is. This type of mythical creature resembles that of a half-human half-bat who lives by sucking human blood. It is usually clothed as a female who preys on sleeping pregnant women. It is likely to note that the term manananggal came from the Filipino word “tanggal” which means “to remove” or “to separate.” Thus, the manananggal is capable of severing its upper torso and sprout its leathery bat wings in search for victims during nighttime.
The white lady is a female ghost seen in most rural areas or in an abandoned house or mansion.
Have you heard of the White Lady of the Balete Drive? According to legend, a beautiful long-haired woman in a white dress was passing through the Balete Drive and unfortunately died in a car accident. This is commonly told by drivers who, during their graveyard shift, have seen the white lady and asked for a ride. She was said to be the cause of car accidents in the said area, for those drivers who The manananggal is known to avoid garlic look into their rear view mirror, and such laand salt. So, for you to be safe, make sure to dy’s face is fully covered with blood. place garlic hanging on your front door or a bowl of salt near your windows to veer away This ghost is inescapable. So to be sure, just the mananaggal. do not to not pass by the Balete Drive! 06
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Tikbalang Tikbalang is known to be a half-man halfhorse who is said to originate in the Hinduism religion. Legend says that this creature is usually found standing at the foot of large trees looking for victims who are mostly female. Have you heard of the common saying “may kinakasal na tikbalang”? This saying is associated whenever it rains from a clear sky. Don’t dare make him mad or else he will stamp you to death! To tame the angry creature, you must pluck one of the three unusually long hairs found in its mane. After plucking, the tikbalang will bow down to you acting as your slave.
http://www.wheninmanila.com/6-filipino-paranormal-beings-uncovered/
https://www.spaceinvade.com/listing/1082 by Jandrei
Tiyanak
Kapre
Tiyanak takes the form of a newborn baby who transforms into a vampire when it preys its victims. Tiyanak’s usually attract human through the sound of a crying baby who is found in the woods or in an abandoned home. Once picked up, the baby turns into a monster with large sharp teeth. Tiyanak is a specific kind of aswang, and for one to repel it, garlic and the rosary are effective countermeasures to stray these creatures.
Every Filipino knows what Kapre is. It is a large creature with red eyes and typically smokes tobacco. He is usually found at the top of large trees and is often classified as a tree demon. His weakness are those attractive women. He usually befriends humans especially women, and if he does, he typically follows his love interest throughout life. These are just one of the few Filipino folklores that brings the Halloween season special and indeed, horrifying! How about you, do you know any other Filipino folkores to share? P
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COS T U M E I DEAS
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RIVERDALE Halloween is just around the corner, have you got your costumes ready? If you haven’t prepared your costumes yet because of the deadly midterms and dreadful daily grind, don’t fret! We got you your last-minute and easy costume ideas inspired by the spooky town of Riverdale.
1. Cheryl Blossom
You don’t have to color your hair bright red to go as Riverdale’s resident it-girl. Don a red skirt and red lips to catch Cheryl’s powerful vibe.
2. Jughead Jones
Put on yout most brooding look and an I-don’tcare attitude, and you have the Jughead down to pat. Warning: Burger cravings at the end of the night.
3. Reggie Mantle
Wear your worn-in varsity jacket and pa-cool vibes and you get Reggie. For a more convincing portrayal, boss people around and be a jerk.
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Law School Horrors
4. Betty Cooper
For the girl next door charm Betty has, just wear your hair into a ponytail, don a button-down sleeveless blouse, jeans, and white keds... Unless you want to do crazy Betty.
Tales from ALS residents on the horros they experienced in law school 5. Archie Andrews 6. Veronica Lodge A varsity jacket, guitar, and Put on your biggest pearls, a good boy charm would get LBD, and your posh attitude you that Archie Andrews to go as Veronica. For exlook. P.S. No need to date tra points, draw on mataray your teacher. brows and raise eyebrows on everyone all night! P
PA R T I ES & MOV I ES
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STAYING IN? 1 For the one who wants to catch up on pop culture: Get Out (2017)
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For the scardy cat who wants to keep up with the halloween spirit: The Addam’s Family (1991)
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For the hardcore scary horror movie fan: A Tale of Two Sisters (2003)
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For the film snob: Babadook (2014)
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If you want to be scared into laughing: Scary Movie (2000)
PARTYING OUT? 1
BELLE AND DRAGON Mad villains: A Strictly Villains Only Halloween Party Saturday, October 28 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM
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IBIZA BEACH CLUB BGC Heroes vs Villains Friday, October 27 10:00 PM - 3:00 AM
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Harry Potter and The Great Hogwarts Halloween Saturday, October 28 & 29 2:00 PM
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VALKYRIE AT THE PALACE Mystic Garden: The Valkyrie Annual Halloween Ball Tuesday, October 31 10:00 PM - 3:00 AM
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EARLY NIGHT? Halloween Party: Circus Freakshow Saturday, October 28 10:00 PM - 3:00 AM P
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CONTRI B U T ORS EDITORIAL BOARD ARTICLES
Manolo Buenviaje III Marjolaine De Castro Basil Maguigad Kenzo Miguel Rodis
PHOTOS
Marivir Abata Ivy Lou Flores Tristan Jeremy Hao Celina Marie Hilario Antonio Karlo Noguera Erika Danielle Olan Francis Arwin Roxas
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