Shivaratri: Destroy the Darkness

Towards the Panca Rankings

Dragon Baruna Spear, looks sturdy with a dragon-shaped carving on the handle. The end is sharp and pointed. The color is silvery. Looks solid when held. Thanks to his determination and effort, Ganendra got the gift of God's weapons.

“Very good and sturdy spear. You have to use it as well as possible.” Sadana said while observing Ganendra's Dragon Baruna Spear.

“What does it mean now that my level has gone up?” tanya Ganendra who this time practiced accompanied Sadana.

Sadana shook her head, “you have a weapon, it does not mean that your level rises just like that. It can be said that your level rises if you have mastered the use of your own weapons.”

“What all the Knights of Saka who already have weapons is the gift of Gods?”

Sadana again shook her head, “not all get weapons from the Gods. Sometimes Knights themselves choose their weapons based on the energy in the body.”

“For example, Kakang Parama, the energy in his body has a tendency to unite with sword weapons. Then look for yantra that matches the energy of his sword.” continued Sadana.

“How about you and Soma? What is it like too?” ask Ganendra.

“I get a weapon according to the energy in my own body. While the wind yantra I have is a gift from the Wind God. As with Soma, he had the same energy as an arrow. The fire yantra he possessed, the Fire God's gift. All depends on the achievement of the ability of the Saka Knight itself.” Sadana explained.

“So in the future. I will also get yantra?”

Sadana nodded, “but on condition that you reach the seventh level or Sapta.”

Ganendra again asked, “what do you think this dragon spear corresponds to?”

“You must find out for yourself, because it all depends on the achievement of your abilities. It could be because you are lazy to practice and your achievements just stop there. Then you won't get yantra.”

Ganendra began to understand the level of being a Knight of Saka.

“Now most importantly, how can you use this spear with your left hand. You're different from the others. So it takes more effort than others.” Sadana explained.

Ganendra nodded his head in understanding. Sadana taught me how to play the spear.

“I also don't really understand how to play the right spear. But in the past all the Knights were also trained to play other weapons. Unless the energy in his body had already chosen a weapon that suited his owner.”

“All right let's start the lesson.” says Ganendra.

His current figure is different from the one he used to be. Ganendra now wants to train to become a true Saka Knight. To fulfill his dream of bringing light to the Swastamita and realizing the desire of Kemuning. So that in Swastamita no Ditya terrorizes.

Sadana's voice is back, “the first thing you have to do is find the balance point of the spear. The balance point is usually found 2/3 way to the point. Place the center of the spear in your palm. Move it until you find a balance point. You will reach a point of balance when the spear does not waver and is balanced without gripping the spear.” Sadana explained at length.

Ganendra tried to do it. He had trouble using his left hand. Although actually since he was a teenager he was used to using left-handed hands. But using a spear, this was his first experience. He was trying to find the balance point of the spear.

“Do it with patience. No need to rush.” Sadana said.

Ganendra was still trying to find a balance holding his spear.

“If you could have found the balance point of the handheld spear. Use the full handle on the counterweight point of the spear. Use your fingers to hold the spear shaft. While your thumb is along the bottom. You can also use your thumb to hold the shaft.”

“Slowly.” grumbled Ganendra.

“I've explained slowly.” Sadana replied.

Sadana gave an example to Ganendra using another spear. How to find a balance point and then grasp it.

“If you have succeeded in doing the two basic steps. You can use the spear throw technique. This technique is good for long-distance combat.” Sadana said.

Ganendra listened carefully while scratching his head.

“I will exemplify the spear throwing technique.”

Sadana positioned herself. Then continue talking.

“After you set the balance point and comfortable grip. You're ready to throw. Hold the spear to your ear so that it is parallel to the ground. This will allow you to align the view with the cutting edge.”

“Then the second step prepare your footing. Take one step towards the target to gain momentum. Facing slightly to the side of the target with the spear held in which hand dominates.”

Ganendra observed carefully what Sadana taught.

Swing!!!

Crat!

The spear that Sadana threw was right stuck in a tree.

“You are quite adept at using the spear.” Praise Ganendra.

“Not as good as I used an axe.”

So Sadana asked Ganendra to practice what Sadana taught. Even though it looks stiff. But Ganendra tried.

“You can also use the technique of twisting a spear or contorting a spear. Even kidnapped your enemies. But with a note you must be proficient first in the first step.”

Both trained until dusk. Sang Rawi vaguely returned to his grievance.

At another training ground.

Parama is practicing with his sword. He also wanted to reach the level of Nawa. Can summon the sacred beast Kadewatan. While Parama was training, a mysterious figure watched while chuckling.

The cold wind slowly blew. Parama was alert, as he could feel the great dark energy.

“I know what is hidden in your heart khukhu..

Parama looked up and narrowed his eyes. Find the source of the sound from where it came from. Right behind the trees. Parama saw a mysterious figure wearing a black robe.

“Who are you?” ask Parama while drawing out the sword. Prepare to fight.

The mysterious figure opened the head covering. That figure is none other than Ditya Gorawangsa.

“You?!” fearlessly Parama prepares to face the Ditya.

“Khukhu. But want to offer you a deal.”

“I won't be willing! Agreeing with the darkness like you.” reply Parama.

“Yantra Candrasa Apyu!” parama again.

His sword was enveloped in blazing flames.

“Khukhu. I can grant your wish.” persuaded Ditya Gorawangsa.

“I am not interested in any kind of power.” reject Parama raw.

“Bwahahaha!!! I'm not sure you'll turn this down.”

The fingers of Ditya Gorawangsa were plucked and in an instant two figures were seen in front of Parama. Parama's eyes suddenly opened. For a moment he gasped.

“I can grant your wish. Bring them back by your side.”

“A...what do you want?” tanya Parama with teary eyes.

“Khukhukhu...close to.” order Ditya Gorawangsa.

Parama approached and heard every sentence that the Ditya said. Moments later, Parama's eyes were shocked.

“Hemmm...Is not this deal worth it?”

Parama's hands were clenched. He looked down and did not react.

“I'm sure my offer is very attractive.”

After saying his last words. Ditya Gorawangsa disappeared in the depths of the night. Leaving Parama in a state of worry.