ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Penanggalan

Okay, so imagine a spooky creature that is creepy-looking and has big wings. This creature is called a penanggalan. Now, this creature is special because it is not just a normal monster. It's a monster that has a very special power. The penanggalan can fly around and take its head off! Yes! You heard that right! It can take its head off from its body and fly around leaving its body behind.

Now, you might wonder why the penanggalan would want to take its head off. Well, the answer is simple. The penanggalan likes to feed on blood. And it's easier to find blood when you're just a head, right? So, the penanggalan goes around flying with its head looking for blood to feed on.

But there's a catch! The penanggalan can only come out at night because during the day, when the sun is up, it's just a normal woman. Yes, you heard that right! The penanggalan is actually a woman. And during the day, it looks just like any other woman. But at night, it becomes a spooky creature that can fly around without its body.

Now, you might be scared of the penanggalan, but don't worry too much. This creature only exists in Indonesian folklore. So, you don't have to worry about it coming to get you. But, it's always good to know about creatures from different cultures. Who knows, you might be able to tell your friends about this spooky creature and scare them too!