Shivaratri: Destroy the Darkness

The Terror that Bertilai

A mysterious figure wearing a saddle mask was staring at the sky. The moon is covered in darkness. Dark black cloudy shriveled. The black-robed figure was none other than Kalimakara. Kalimakara stared at the night sky from an old building.

Buildings made of stone neatly arranged to resemble temples. A dark aura emanated from the place where Kalimakara was.

In his hand there is an inflatable musical instrument made of shells. Called Trumpets. Kalimakara looked at him for a moment and blew on him slowly. The sound that came out was mysterious. Kalimakara occasionally throws a canticle. Reverse until shaking the walls of the temple.

Aja sipat tan pegat siyang

Amuwun ing ngarsa mami

Nora pajar kang kinayun

Lah mara sira den aglis

Tutura mringjeneng ingong

Not long after that, the sound of heavy footsteps was heard. Climb the stairs made of stone. Towards where Kalimakara is. From the darkness of the night, there are three mysterious figures that have not yet been seen. The aura of darkness felt condensed out from the three figures just now. Kalimakara who had chanted the canticle immediately stopped. Staring towards the three mysterious figures before him.

Kalimakara walked slowly and sat on a throne. Just above the throne there is a stone carving Ditya head with a creepy face. His eyes were round wide, protruding almost out. His fangs are long with his tongue out. At the head of the statue wearing a crown.

“Why don't we exterminate a stupid Knight who's just a slave to the gods? Finish everything.”

Suddenly there was the sound of a mysterious figure growling. His big hands look clenched. Kalimakara just sat up while propping up his chin.

“The knight is still useful to me. No need to rush to finish them off.”

“But, if it's like this? Many Ditya who will continue to die in their hands.” said the first mysterious figure.

“You are the only ones who are not sober in dealing with this.” Kalimakara again replied in a calm tone.

“Basic you!!! Don't get super strong here. Are you useful huh?!” the second mysterious figure looks upset at Kalimakara.

The second mysterious figure continued his words.

“You wasted your strength by opening a portal to another dimension. Bringing in a completely useless stranger. You're just a stumbling block here. Don't feel like you're special just because the Great Monster chose you.”

Kalimakara's ears were hot to hear the speech of the second mysterious figure. From behind his mask, Kalimakara's face was red. But he prefers silence. Then get up from his seat.

Before Kalimakara left the place. He asked the third mysterious figure to come with him. Whispering something that the other two mysterious figures did not know what Kalimakara was planning.

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In Medangwantu Village, Buyut Wengkeng was seen chatting with Sadana.

"Ki, if at any time the Ditya attack. We'll be overwhelmed to face. Given the number we are getting less" Sadana said opening the conversation.

Buyut Wengkeng stroked his beard. Trying to think of a way out.

"I will send people to report to Sri Mahadana. Perhaps Yang Mulya Sri Mahadana would be willing to send help."

Buyut Wengkeng paused for a moment. Then continue speaking.

"The neighbors of our village Medangwangi also have a fairly tough Saka Knight. We can ask them for help. I'll talk to Buyut Bawada."

At the same time, suddenly the wind blows strong. A person moved quickly and then collapsed onto the ground. Everyone is surprised. They're approaching soon. Buyut Wengkeng stunned. Apparently that person is Buyut Bawada.

"Ki." groaned Buyut Bawada slowly.

Buyut Wengkeng immediately approached. Seeing Buyut Bawada suffered severe injuries. Ganendra who just came out of the room of Buyut Wengkeng house. Come closer and listen to the conversation. After hearing the noise.

"What's this about? Why are you hurt like this?" ask Buyut Wengkeng.

"Di... Ditya.. attacked Medangwangi." replied Buyut Bawada.

A moment later, Buyut Bawada was unconscious. Buyut Wengkeng asked his wife to bring Buyut Bawada into the house. Asking to treat his wounds. Buyut Wengkeng and Sadana looked at each other.

"Ki, how's this?" ask Soma.

"We must help Medangwangi Village."

"But Ki, from our side, there are only a few Saka Knights. There was only Kakang Sadana who was already at Sapta level. While others are still candidates for Knights that we have not yet kingleng."

"Are you scared?" ganendra asked half mockingly.

"You! If it wasn't me and Sadana's brother who saved you now you'd just stay by name." Soma replied in an annoyed tone.

"I'm just asking. Why should you be angry? After all, it's not your duty as Knights to kill that monster. Why are you afraid of being outnumbered. I heard that one of you wants to be strong. What is the now soft-hearted Knight Saka?" Ganendra again made a dongkol Soma.

Soma was about to advance to attack Ganendra. But Sadana interceded.

"Although impressed rude. I can understand Ganendra's intentions. We as the Knights of Saka have the responsibility of protecting others from Ditya's attacks. We need not be afraid to face them. Although their numbers are more. Trust in your strength."

Heard the words of Sadana. Ganendra smiled knot.

"Ah... It turns out you're not as bad as I thought." ledek Ganendra.

Buyut Wengkeng smiled meaningfully.

"Alright, some Knights are leaving. You must cooperate." orders Buyut Wengkeng.

"You'd better stay in Medangwantu. Stay here with Buyut Wengkeng. I'm afraid Ditya will attack our village.”

"Ta.. But..." Soma was about to argue. He wants to go with Sadana.

"Hey... Oi.. You're really insensitive. If you come along it will only burden you." said Ganendra as he folded his hands behind his head.

"You only irritate me." replied Soma.

"Soma, what Ganendra said is not entirely wrong. Your condition has not fully recovered. You haven't really mastered the use of arrows with your left hand either." Buyut Wengkeng mediated.

Despite feeling annoyed, Soma began to understand what Buyut Wengkeng and Ganendra meant. He agreed to stay in Medangwantu.

"If so, I will replace Soma." said Ganendra suddenly.

Ganendra wanted to join because he wanted to find information about Tirta Amerta. Who knows by going somewhere else he will get what he is looking for. Sadana, however, did not allow it, considering that Ganendra had no ability other than to evade attack.

"Do you want to get a compliment alone if it works?" again Ganendra was irritated.

"It's up to you" Sadana said later.

Buyut Wengkeng only sighed deeply while stroking his white beard.

"Ganendra, remember this *the main practice nuladha* will lead you to the true path of truth."

Ganendra scrunched his forehead. The mark did not understand what Buyut Wengkeng said. Ganendra did not want to take a headache and remained on his goal of looking for Tirta Amerta. Before leaving, Kemuning the little girl gave Ganendra a package. It was Kemuninglah who had been caring for Ganendra when unconscious. He was injured against Ditya Worawari.

"Ganendra's back, take this. Eat to make you stronger. I support you." whispered Kemuning with a sweet and sincere smile.

Ganendra only scratched his head which was not itchy. He just smiled back. The Saka Knight troupe led by Sadana moved towards Medangwangi Village not far from Medangwantu.

Upon entering Medangwangi, Sadana's entourage was greeted with the smell of blood. Several bones were scattered everywhere. Medangwangi Village looked empty and deserted. Sadana who was at the front observed the surrounding state. He felt someone was watching. The Saka Knights led by Sadana only consisted of 10 people.

Ganendra who walked behind opened the package given by Kemuning. At a time like this, he was busy opening the package. Apparently Kemuning gave him a stock of boiled cassava. Ganendra smiled wryly and ate it voraciously. Suddenly, the sound of footsteps surrounded them.

"Babama!!!" shouted someone giving orders.

Not long after, some Ditya appeared and directly attacked Sadana and friends. Sadana threw her axe. Panca-level Saka knights who were experts in weapons immediately moved. One of the Knights of Saka who had the ability to play the sword jumped into the air and slashed down some of the Ditya. They advanced valiantly without fear.

Sadana used the Bajra Axe and slashed several Ditya at once. Ganendra prepared with a log. Hitting the real Ditya was already helpless because it was finished off by another Saka Knight. Ditya who arrived was finished off all by Sadana and his colleagues. But that's just the beginning.

Before they can breathe. The rumbling sound of footsteps crept towards Sadana and the others.

**!!! Their voices are roaring.

Sadana prepared with an axe in hand. So did the other Saka Knights. But how shocked they were at seeing who to deal with. They are the Saka Knights of Medangwangi who turned into Ditya.

Ditya who came from the Saka Knight wrenched forward. Using his skills as a Knight of Saka against Sadana and the others. No doubt a fierce fight happened. Sadana swung her axe. But deftly, the opponent can avoid the attack. He retaliated by swinging his sword. Sadana moved fast like lightning dodging an attack.

On the other hand, Ganendra who was eating boiled cassava was disturbed by the arrival of one of the Ditya. The Ditya growled and threw out the package containing the boiled cassava. Ganendra was upset.

“Basic monsters sucks! Watch you!” his yell.

Ganendra realized, he had not been strong enough to hit Ditya. So he rolled to the other side and took a sword. Trying to swing towards his enemy. But easily the enemy broke Ganendra's sword. The Ditya retaliated by swinging his sharp claw-like hand. Ganendra is more alert with the pattern of enemy attacks. Thanks to his experience during this time met Ditya. He quickly rolled to the other side and threw a stone right at Ditya's head.

Another Saka Knight not far from Ganendra moved quickly to slash the sword at Ditya. Pretty good cooperation between the two. Ganendra smiled knot. Then both of them shoulder to shoulder to beat Ditya others.

But Ditya who is actually a Knight Saka from Medangwangi who was transformed into a monster has quite a great ability. It's not easy to be defeated. Several times Ganendra was hit or scratched from Ditya. He made his wounds that were almost healed open again.

The Saka Knights of Medangwangi started to get desperate. One by one they start to fall. Now there are only five people left.

“Rear, how is this?” ask one of the Knights of Saka to Sadana.

“I will bring out the power of my kadewatan.” Sadana replied.

“Quick!!!” pekik Ganendra who was blocking two Ditya who were about to bite him.

Sadana. Sprucing up his wind summoning spell. He floated into the air.

“Yantra Bajra Maru...” has not finished Sadana recited the mantra.

Suddenly a huge fireball hit him.

*blar*!!!!

Sadana's body burned and fell to the ground. Ganendra who knew of it immediately kicked two Dityas who were blocking it. He ran towards Sadana. Put out the fire that burned his companion. Assisted by another Saka Knight. Sadana's hands and feet suffered serious burns. Made him unconscious.

The Saka Knights who turned into Ditya besieged Ganendra and the remaining Saka Knights. Ganendra's breathing went up and down, it seemed like they were having a dead end. Terror monsters still haunt and are ready to make them prey.