Srivijaya irregulars

2. Coral Peninsula Pirates (1)

Apart from the large estuary of the Musi River, the ocean is filled with red-pointed sambau. It is a sign of the boats belonging to the Srivijaya Kingdom. Besides the promise

red, sambau-sambau Srivijaya can be recognized from its large shape and striking height. The smallest one is already colonnaded by two screens. In fact, some people have a five-masted screen. The length of the sambau also reaches twenty spears for the smallest and can reach a hundred spears for the main sambau.

In addition to its large and long shape, sambau Srivijaya also has several other characteristics. The front of the ship was raised to appear towering. Then, the stern is flat and square, a sign that is where the boat room is located. This is in contrast to the boats from Gujarat and China, which are usually the front and stern

it looks almost the same. Although made from wood that may be the same as the boats, there are several slightly different ways of making sambau, especially the technique

board splicing. On sambau, the connection is made by means of a wooden pen.

This method only uses wood in such a way as a board connector. This of course can withstand salt water and not rust. On the pole, the main pole is deliberately made

slightly tilted forward as a rectangular-shaped screen designer. For the supporting screen is usually used the shape of a triangular screen, which is better known by the name of the screen sudu-sudu.

Almost all Sriwijaya sambau pictured eagle eyes in the hull. It is based on a traditional belief that still prevails today. While on the edge of the bridge there is a wave-shaped carving in the form of a tiered. The amount is adjusted to the size of the sambau. From far away this carving seems to merge with the sea waves.

In general, Sriwijaya sauce consists of three levels. The bottom tier is for rowers, slightly upwards for war soldiers, and at the very top for paddlers

commander and chosen soldiers.

The largest sheep can contain one hundred to three hundred people, half of whom are rowers. These rowers were also Srivijaya soldiers, usually new soldiers. If they are considered meritorious or have followed the war long enough, then the

this rower rose to a position that was even more on top.

In addition to the sambau-sambau that meets these waters, there are also some large boats without pennants. Usually it was merchant boats from Gujarat land

or China. Slightly to the edge appear dozens of smaller boats belonging to fishermen-fishermen. These small boats are usually dimples boats or boats made from one large piece of wood dredged inside.

Some of them are on their left and right. Since long ago this large estuary was rich in various types of fish. Perhaps because the land around this large estuary is still a swamp so vast that here can easily be found various freshwater fish

types of. However, a little away from the beach, the sea water fish that will be found.

Thus, for decades ago, people who lived in datu-datu

along this large estuary hangs life by being a fisherman.

As one of the roads leading to Telaga Batu, the area was heavily guarded. No more than three datu were built around the large estuary.

The main datu is in Muara Manan, which

it's on the northeast side of Telaga Batu.

This is where the Sriwijaya ocean fleet is centered. Since the arrival of Sri Maharaja Balaputradewa, there has been no significant change in this datu. The guards are still

looks alert as usual. All activities still seem to be ready.

However, in this day, when the sun was directly overhead, a soldier with a rash step entered the Muara Manan Union. Since getting off his horse he has continued

run fast. Some of the soldiers passed by, only bowing slightly, and continued to give him a way until he reached the main room of the unity.

"Greetings to Dapunta Mawaseya" he said on his knees, without being able to cover his breath

"Hamba would like to report that one of

if we get robbed and burned again. This time it belongs to Panglima Muda Sru Suja."

The figure standing upright in front of the soldier was instantly snapped. He was Dapunta Mawaseya, Datu Muara Manan, the ruler appointed to oversee the waters in this great estuary.

"How is that possible?" he asked unsure. He knew very well the ability of all young Srivijaya commanders.

A young commander is specially selected from thousands of soldiers. Proficiency in martial arts and intelligence regulating strategy are the main points of being a young commander. Only truly special people can be chosen.

Until now there have been thirteen young commanders under the Commander of Samudra Jara Sinya who oversee all waters in Srivijaya. In addition there are also thirteen young commanders under the Commander of Bhumi Cangga Tayu who oversee the mainland of Srivijaya.

A young commander will lead about twenty to fifty sambau at once, or about a thousand to a dozen soldiers, depending on his ability.

Dapunta Mawaseya knew once that the Young Commander Sru Suja was the youngest commander of thirteen other young commanders. He has served no more than two years. However, his prowess in martial arts could not be doubted. He was one of the soldiers who was specially guided by Commander Samudra Jara Sinya

since ten years ago. So, it is very difficult to imagine if he and his sambau can be defeated only by a group of

the robber!

"The Coral Peninsula Pirates did it, Dapunta,"

the soldier who was still looking down spoke again.

Hearing that sentence, Dapunta Mawaseya involuntarily clenched his fists.

"Excession!" his voice suddenly blared.

"This is the third time they've acted in front of me. Really challenged me!"

His anger can no longer be covered. Dapunta Mawaseya is indeed that angry. This concerns his reputation in the eyes of Sri Maharaja, the leader of Srivijaya. Three

last full moon, he was appointed directly by Dapunta Chra Dayana because it is considered the most capable of watching the waters in this large estuary. However, not even three full moons he led, the pirate had already acted three times.

This is so embarrassing!

Whereas since a day Dapunta Mawaseya occupied this position, he had deployed dozens of his fleet to guard in these waters. Several other pirate groups, even managed to destroy it. However, not with the Coral Peninsula Pirates.

He had to admit secretly, the Coral Peninsula Pirates were indeed no ordinary pirates. He was the strongest pirate group he had ever known to act on the East Coast.

In fact, their team is only

it consists of medium boats only, which number no more than ten boats. However, his ability to move was astounding. Previously, Dapunta Mawaseya had never found a pirate who was so neat in action as the Coral Peninsula Pirates. They

so organized. Their ability to determine the time to attack and sneak was incredible. No wonder

his attacks are always surprising because they are always in an unnatural position. Obviously in addition to mastering martial arts, its members must have been led by reliable strategists, maybe even once a troop in the Srivijaya neighborhood!

"Patience, Dapunta," Pu Punja Supa, his white-bearded advisor, approached.

"Patience!"

"You want me to be patient how much longer, Pu?" Mawaseya asked back.

"Look!" Pu Punja Supa is getting closer,

"If he can defeat Young Commander Sru Suja, that means this pirate is not at all a light opponent."

Dapunta Mawaseya was silent. Pu Punja Supa's slow but sharp speech seemed to remind him of his conjecture.

Indeed, Young Commander Sru Suja should not be someone who can be easily defeated! That's when Dapunta Mawaseya just believed that the Pirates

Dapunta Mawaseya then cast his gaze onto the expanse of sea in front of him. His mind tries to remember. However, not much was known about the Coral Peninsula Pirates. Before holding power here, he had indeed heard some vague news about this pirate. It is said that this pirate was led by a former dapunta in Srivijaya.

His name is Dapunta Abdibawasepa, who was once the ruler of Datu Muara Jambi. This news has really been so long

heard it. Since he was an ordinary soldier.

The news of the defection of Dapunta Abdibawasepa was enough to shake the Union of Srivijaya. This whole time, Dapunta

Abdibawasepa is known as a charismatic figure who is considered the most loyal to the Kingdom of Srivijaya. So that's it, the news

about joining him with the former leader of the Kingdom of Malaya is quite surprising.

However, Dapunta Abdibawasepa has not had time to defend himself, the hanging penalty has been imposed on him, he said,

also to his whole family. When his entire family was punished, Dapunta Abdibawasepa was saved by his faithful men. They took him away somewhere.

Since then heard by him is the story of the hunt for Srivijaya troops to capture Dapunta Abdibawasepa with his men who numbered no more than two

hundred people.

Given the story, Dapunta Mawaseya could only sit down slowly.

"Well," she sounded softly

"what should I do, Pu?"

Pu Punja Supa approached one step, taking,

"I think this problem is quite strange. I think Dapunta should discuss it

deep with Samudra Commander Jara Sinya."

Dapunta Mawaseya nodded in agreement,

"I thought it was the best way" he soon turned to

the other soldiers

"Today too, prepare the train. I want to meet Commander Samudra Jara Sinya at Telaga Batu

Samudra Commander Jara Sinya is a figure full of charisma. Even though he had reached fifty years of age, there was no visible aging in him. His body was still firm, his eyes were still sharp, and the sword he was holding on his waist still seemed so big, a sign of his strength had not been reduced.

That sword is the Sword of the Vanga. It was almost twice the size of an ordinary sword. Since becoming a young commander, the sword

it's already held. Not everyone can use the sword well because of its unusual size and weight. Only people with high inner power ability can play it perfectly.

For fifteen years Commander of Samudra Jara Sinya held the highest power in the Srivijaya ocean fleet. Together with Panglima Bhumi Cangga Tayu, he is two of the most important figures in Srivijaya.

If the power of the land fleet is in the hands of Commander Bhumi Cangga Tayu, the power of the ocean fleet is entirely in the

her hands. Assisted by his two sons, Luwantrasima and Sanggatrasima, and thirteen young commanders he selected, he controlled the waters from the Malay Peninsula to Bhumijawa.

Today, as usual, he stared at the guest who came to him, Dapunta Mawaseya. Just a moment ago he was late listening to the whole story from the mouth

dapunta is most often associated with its oceanic fleet.

"Actually, this does not include my business, Dapunta Mawaseya," he finally said slowly

"But, I think, the defeat of Sru Suja was completely unexpected. It seems that this pirate is indeed an enemy that we must take seriously."

Dapunta Mawaseya nodded quickly,

"Right, Commander, this is no simple matter. They are not just ploughs

the common sea"

"Otherwise," he added while leaning his body forward

"there is news that the pirate is a former troop ... Dapunta Abdibawasepa"

Samudra Commander Jara Sinya turned his head with a face of disbelief,

"What did you say?" he said with a frown

"Dapunta Abdibawasepa?"

"Yes, Dapunta Abdibawasepa, former Datu Muara Jambi."

Samudra Commander Jara Sinya was stunned. His mind suddenly drifted far into that moment ....

Addibawasepa ....

Ah, he knows that figure. Before becoming a dapunta in Datu Muara Jambi, Dapunta Abdibawasepa was the Commander of Bhumi Srivijaya. Several years he had served with the character so he knew him personally. In the past, when there was news of his defection from

Srivijaya kingdom, only he continues to try to defend the punta to send some believers

to prove the truth of the news.

However, it seems that the evidence is completely irrefutable. Nor can he

do nothing but silence. However, deep down, he was never sure that Dapunta Abdibawasepa could betray this land he cherished.

Until the Wangseya Secret Group, a secret group under the direct control of the Dapunta Hyang ruler of Srivijaya, proposed the death penalty for Dapunta Abdibawasepa and his family!

Indeed, Samudra Commander Jara Sinya still remembers it all clearly.

And so, he immediately turned towards Dapunta Mawaseya

"Well, Dapunta," he said

"We better move fast...”.

Far east of the great estuary, behind a great island, are clusters of small, unnamed islands. Most of them are just coral islands. That's where the gust of wind in the rainy season feels so incredible. The water stint occasionally comes and occasionally stops. However, the wave

it really seems uncontrollable. Really, in contrast to the waters in the west of the island that always looks crowded, here the sea seems to be friendless.

For a long time the waters here are known for the choppy waters are very fierce. However, this path is always traversed by large boats. Not surprisingly, these waters are indeed the only route closest to travel from China to Bhumijawa, and vice versa.

Because of this situation, some pirates then occupied this area as their place of action!