What Mexican Ghoul Matches Your Unhinged Energy? 👹

Growing up in a Mexican household, spooky season wasn't just about trick-or-treating—it was a full-on survival game, gente. Nuestras mamás y abuelitas used legendary monsters like secret weapons to keep us in line. Didn't clean your room? El Cucuy was waiting under the bed. Stayed out past dark? La Llorona was around the corner. 

But as adults, we’ve come to realize something hilarious: we didn't just grow up fearing these legendary espantos... we low-key became them, there is a spooky spirit living inside every single one of us. Answer the questions below to find out which Mexican monster matches your unhinged energy—and see which tee you should be repping this season! 🇲🇽💀 

1. It’s 1:30 AM on a Saturday. Where are you?

• A) In bed, resting so I have enough energy to yell at people tomorrow.

• B) Crying in the drive-thru because they forgot my extra salsa.

• C) Hitting up a 24-hour taco stand for a late-night feast.

• D) Scrolling through social media gathering evidence on my ex’s new partner.

• E) I’ve been to three different parties tonight and nobody knows my next move.

2. What is your ultimate secret weapon when you’re mad?

• A) Threatening people with la chancla or turning off the Wi-Fi.

• B) High-pitched screaming and long, dramatic sighs.

• C) Ghosting the entire group and disappearing into the night.

• D) Dropping a piece of personal info I saved from six months ago.

• E) Completely changing my personality on the spot to confuse everyone.

3. Choose your ultimate spooky season essential:

• A) A glowing flashlight to catch people slipping.

• B) A box of tissues and a waterproof mascara.

• C) A massive plate of tamales or tacos al pastor.

• D) Binoculars and a fully charged phone for el chisme.

• E) A fire outfit from Badass Mexicans so I can shift vibes in style.

How to Score It in the Email:

• Mostly A’s: You are El Cucuy—keep 'em in line! Bossy, strict, and takes zero nonsense. You are the official rule-enforcer of la familia. If someone leaves the lights on or forgets to take the chicken out of the freezer, you pop out of nowhere. People respect you, but mostly because they're low-key terrified of you.

• Mostly B’s: You are La Llorona—grab some tissues and take a breath, chula. High emotion, loud sighing, and constant drama. You treat every minor inconvenience like a telenovela finale. You’re always looking for something you lost—whether it’s your car keys, your phone, or your dignity after a night out. ¡Ay, mis cosas!

• Mostly C’s: You are El Chupacabras—go eat a taco and go to sleep. Nocturnal, sneaky, and always hungry. Nobody sees you during the day, but at 2:00 AM, you emerge from the shadows to raid the fridge. You leave a trail of destruction in the kitchen and disappear back into your room before anyone catches you.

• Mostly D’s: You are La Lechuza—the group chat depends on you. Observant, sneaky, and knows everyone’s business. You sit up high (usually on the edge of the couch) watching everything unfold. You can hear a secret whispered from three rooms away, and when fresh chisme drops, you fly straight to the group chat to drop the report.

• Mostly E’s: You are El Nahual—keep 'em guessing! Unpredictable, energetic, and adaptable. Depending on the day, you’re either an extreme introvert wrapped in a blanket or the absolute life of the fiesta dancing on tables. Nobody ever knows which version of you is going to show up.