Apostol’s book Way of the
Ancient Healer
is a breakthrough book on Philippine
healing traditions
Photos courtesy
of Virgil Mayor Apostol
Ancient Healer
is a breakthrough book on Philippine
healing traditions
Photos courtesy
of Virgil Mayor Apostol
I eventually inherited his brother’s flat billang garrote (anahaw club shaped like a blunt sword), as well as those from my mother’s side. I noticed that their use were not generally suitable for styles that implemented lighter rattan. I eventually delved into research of how the garrote influenced many Northern Luzon arnis styles, especially after noticing the lack of written information, and how they are misunderstood.