The Siguanaba
Immerse yourself in the captivating tale of the Spanish conquest of the Mayan lands in Latin America and unearth the chilling truths behind La Siguanaba. Prepare for a narrative filled with suspense, mystery, and exhilarating adventure as you unravel the secrets of this enigmatic mythical being.
In the heart of Central American folklore lies the haunting figure of La Siguanaba—a supernatural woman who has intrigued and terrified generations. By night, she lures men with her mesmerizing beauty and flowing hair, only to reveal a terrifying hidden form beneath.
For centuries, the legend of La Siguanaba has been cloaked in mystery, her story whispered through the ages. Many fear her as a harbinger of misfortune, but there’s more to this spectral figure than mere superstition. Some believe she holds powerful symbols of transformation and mystical strength, challenging our understanding of her true nature.
The Siguanaba is now included in our “Folklore and Flesh” dark fiction collection by Willy Martinez.
“I wanted to briefly touch on the deeper conflicts going on during this conquest, such as the rape of the local women, and the demonization of the native spiritual traditions by the Catholic church.”
Willy Martinez, Author of The Siguanaba
The Siguanaba Remastered
The Traditional tale about the Siguanaba highlights a woman that roams the countryside searching for local drunks walking home alone at night. At first, she lures in the men with her beauty and singing. Once up close, the Siguanaba transforms into a hideous woman said to resemble a horse face. The idea is to scare the men away from promiscuity and to not simply approach every beautiful woman they see alone in the dark. In some instances, the men are said to go mad after an attempt at seducing the Siguanaba.
This version of The Siguanaba takes a different perspective. Somewhat of an origins story, this version takes place in the early 1520s during the Spanish invasion of Central America.
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The tale follows General Pedro De Alvarado. Pedro de Alvarado was one of the commanders under the direction of Hernan Cortez during the conquests of Cuba, the Yucatan Peninsula, and other parts of Central America.
After recovering from a battle with the Pipil tribe located in present-day El Salvador, Alvarado embarks on a journey to find Xibalba or the underworld. What he finds is a horrific creature from the underworld itself – in true Xibalba style – in which the Gods present themselves to punish the humans for their actions.
Author of La Siguanaba
For Willy, nothing resonates more than a story with some good Fear appeal.
For over 17 years, Willy has learned to become a jack of all trades – which, one has to be if one wants to survive as a multimedia guy. He has worked with big film production companies, successfully fundraised for various non-profit organizations, and runs a USA-registered Boxing Club.
In his off time, he makes time to write poetry, short fiction, blogs for The Ritual, and publish content for Mind on Fire Books.
