LEGENDA CIUNG WANARA : Putra Raja Kerajaan Galuh Yang Tersingkirkan

Summary

The script narrates the legendary story of the Galuh Kingdom, focusing on King Prabu Permana di Kusuma’s transformation from a wise ruler to a hermit, who later returns to the kingdom as a youthful figure. The tale intertwines complex family dynamics, including the birth of two sons, Ciung Wanara and Harang Banga, who unknowingly fight against each other in a bloody battle. Eventually, they discover their brotherhood, cease the conflict, and unite to rule the kingdom justly. The narrative highlights themes of justice, brotherhood, and redemption, all set within the rich cultural heritage of the Sunda and Java regions.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Kingdom of Galuh was once a large and powerful realm located in Java, extending from the western edge to the eastern parts, near the Brant river mouth in modern-day Surabaya.
• 😀 King Prabu Permana Kusuma, initially ruling the Kingdom, chose to become a hermit, causing confusion among his people, with rumors spreading about his mystical transformation.
• 😀 After Prabu Permana Kusuma's transformation, some doubted his change, especially one individual who publicly questioned the claims and was subsequently punished.
• 😀 The kingdom's two queens had strange dreams, leading them to fear an omen of something sinister, even though they were treated as the king's wives.
• 😀 A hermit named Ajar Sukaresi was summoned, but his warning to the king led to his death and transformation into a large serpent, Naga Wiru.
• 😀 After some time, the queen gave birth to a son, Harang Banga, but the child was seen as a curse and an embarrassment to the kingdom.
• 😀 A plot was devised to remove Dewi Pangreny and her son, but the couple's child, Ciung Wanara, was saved by an elderly couple who discovered him in a fish trap.
• 😀 The elderly couple raised Ciung Wanara, who later became famous for his unbeatable fighting rooster and was eventually recognized by the king.
• 😀 Ciung Wanara's victory over the king’s rooster led to a promise of half the kingdom, but his rise was not without conflict as he plotted to avenge past wrongs.
• 😀 The story culminates in a battle between the two sides, but eventually, a realization of kinship occurs, and the brothers cease fighting. They later rule together, uniting the Kingdom of Galuh and Java once more in peace.

Q & A

What is the setting of the story described in the script?

The story takes place in a large kingdom located on the island of Java, specifically the Kingdom of Galuh, which was believed to stretch from the western tip of Java to the current mouth of the Brant River near Surabaya.

Who was the ruler of the Kingdom of Galuh?

The kingdom was ruled by King Prabu Permana di Kusuma, who eventually decided to become a hermit, leading to significant changes in the kingdom.

What led to King Prabu Permana's transformation into a hermit?

King Prabu Permana chose to become a hermit in response to personal desires and a vision he had, which made him want to renounce his royal duties and embark on a spiritual journey.

How did the two queens react to the king's transformation?

The two queens had a dream where the moon fell upon them, which caused them to worry about the future, interpreting it as a warning. This led to them seeking help from a hermit named Ajar Sukaresi.

What happened to the hermit, Ajar Sukaresi, in the story?

Ajar Sukaresi, after being invited to the kingdom to offer his wisdom, met a tragic end when King Prabu Permana killed him, kicking his body into the forest, where it transformed into a large serpent known as Naga Udi.

Who was born after the queens' dreams and how was he connected to the events that followed?

The queen, Dewi Pangreny, gave birth to a son named Harang Banga, who played a key role later in the story. He was later recognized as a potential successor and a central figure in the unfolding drama.

What was the significance of the dream the queens had?

The dream where the moon fell upon the queens was interpreted as a dire warning. It led to fears about the fate of the kingdom and prompted the search for a hermit to guide them through the crisis.

How did the people discover the identity of the son of Dewi Pangreny?

The discovery of Harang Banga’s identity came through a series of events, including his victory in cockfights and the recognition of his ties to the lost son of Dewi Pangreny, which was confirmed when he showed the basket where he had been found as a baby.

What was the outcome of the cockfight between Harang Banga and the king's rooster?

In the cockfight, the rooster of King Prabu Permana was defeated by Harang Banga's rooster, leading to the king’s death and forcing him to fulfill his promise by giving half of his kingdom to Harang Banga.

What happens after the battle between Harang Banga and the royal forces?

The battle between Harang Banga and the royal forces ended without a clear winner, but suddenly, King Prabu Permana di Kusuma appeared with his queens, declaring that it was forbidden to fight against one's own family, and thus, the conflict was resolved peacefully.