The Legend of Dronapurwa: The Kingdom Under the Shade of Mount Giri Jaya

Dronapurwa Kingdom ( Source : Private Collection )

On a land far away under the shadow of Mount Giri Jaya, there stood a kingdom known as Dronapurwa. This name is taken from a legendary figure who had extraordinary strength and deep wisdom, namely Drona. Drona was a great teacher, martial arts master, and healer who was admired by everyone, from kings to commoners. This kingdom, located among fertile valleys and winding rivers, grew into a center of science, art, and spirituality thanks to Drona's immense influence. It is said that Drona was not born as an ordinary human being. According to legend passed down by word of mouth, he came from the world of the gods, sent to earth to teach wisdom and maintain balance between humans and nature. Drona appears in Dronapurwa as a mysterious young man. One night lit by a full moon, the villagers saw a bright light descend from the sky and witnessed a boy sitting in the center of the circle of light. The child grew quickly, becoming a wise young man known for his supernatural abilities.

Drona taught humans to live in harmony with nature, treating the earth as a mother who must be respected. He taught how to grow crops, care for medicinal plants, and even developed martial arts to defend himself from enemy attacks. Thanks to Drona, Dronapurwa grew into a prosperous kingdom loved by all living creatures. Among his most famous students were three young knights: Argal, Wisang, and Jaya. The three come from different backgrounds but are united by the same goal — seeking wisdom from Drona. Argal is the son of a king known for his bravery, Wisang is a traveler who has extraordinary intelligence, and Jaya, who comes from a small village, is a simple young man but very talented in martial arts.

Drona taught them harshly, treating them not as princes or peasants, but as human beings who must develop a balance between strength and gentleness. Every day, they train at the foot of Mount Giri Jaya, where they are taught to not only fight enemies physically, but also conquer their own fears and doubts

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A Threat from the Dark King's Army ( Source : Private Collection )

Once upon a time, a great threat emerged from the north. The Dark King, a tyrant who has evil magical powers, begins to conquer the kingdoms around Dronapurwa. It is said that the Dark King does not come from the human world, but from the world of deep darkness. He leads his troops with magical powers that render his enemies helpless. Wherever he went, destruction and darkness followed. The Dark King heard about Dronapurwa and the great power that Drona possessed. He knew that to control the entire region, he had to defeat Dronapurwa and take over the power kept by the great teacher. With his black army, he set out for Dronapurwa, bringing a storm of darkness with him.

The Dark King arrived at Dronapurwa with his mighty army. Mount Giri Jaya, which is usually beautiful and serene, is now shrouded in gray clouds and black mist brought by the Dark King's magic. In the valley below the mountain, a great battle took place. Dronapurwa's troops, though few, fought with extraordinary courage. However, the Dark King's magic power made many warriors frightened and fell into darkness. Argal, Wisang, and Jaya, who had gained strength and wisdom from Drona, led the resistance. They fought bravely, using all the skills they had learned from their teachers. However, despite their best efforts, the forces of darkness continued to attack with increasing intensity.

In the midst of the chaos of the battle, Drona decided to intervene. With his sacred wooden staff, he stood at the top of Mount Giri Jaya, facing the Dark King. "You will not take this place," he said calmly, "Because light will always overcome darkness." The fight between Drona and the Dark King takes place at the top of the mountain. Drona uses the power of nature to fight evil magic. Wind, rain, and lightning followed his command. However, the Dark King's power was too great. When Drona almost ran out of energy, he used his last strength to protect his students and the entire kingdom. With an ancient spell, Drona sealed Mount Giri Jaya, trapping himself and the Dark King within it forever.

Victory of the Dronapurwa Kingdom ( Source : Private Collection )

After that great battle, Dronapurwa was saved from destruction. However, they lost Drona, the great teacher who had guided them for many years. Mount Giri Jaya, the place where Drona sealed himself with the Dark King, is a sacred place. The inhabitants believe that Drona is still there, guarding the world from the rise of darkness. Drona's students, Argal, Wisang, and Jaya, continued their teacher's teachings. They became wise leaders, keeping Dronapurwa peaceful and prosperous. Drona's legacy lives on in the hearts of his people, teaching them that darkness will never triumph as long as there is light in the human soul.

The legend of Dronapurwa continues to live today. Every year, residents hold a ceremony at the foot of Mount Giri Jaya to honor Drona and his struggle against the Dark King. They believe that one day, when the world is in great danger, Drona will return, bringing light and wisdom to fight the threatening darkness.