The Epic of Labaw Donggon

I've just come from jogging with my brother. Now I'm with Jean and she's working on the subtitles for the DVD project. We have cups of coffee in front of us and the computers on our laps. The coffee's still too hot for sipping--and I'm not really sure there's another coffee shop in IT Park that could beat a Starbucks blend.

This morning, I went about looking at kids painting a monster from the Theatre adaptation of Hinilawod. It's one of those moments that jar you back into position: this is why i do what i do.

The past month had us living our waking moments in IT Park, it's an odd thing. We'd tend to our day jobs, and run off to coffee shops at night to work on the Hinilawod DVD and the Hinilawod Comics. At times it would be work, meeting, muay thai then, Hinilawod... I'm not sure how we've managed to get by with so little rest--but, matters have been interesting in a very positive way. It could be the plant-based diet... though I've not been able to follow it perfectly.

Volume 2 is finally done and we're off to volume 3: Labaw Donggon and his second wife.

Yay!

 

Labaw Donggon: Manaludtod's Lair

Meeting with Ate Rosemel and Jean as I write this and I cannot possibly begin to write down everything that needs to be accomplished.

The next showing of the theatrical adaptation of the Hinilawod Epic is fast approaching. I'm wishing we could go to Panay; I don't think there is enough time. I'm going through a whirlwind of comic pages---almost at the battle between Labaw Donggon and my Manaludtod Dragon!

So excited! Do keep posted for images of the battle.

Hinilawod Comic: Ginbitinan

I've just returned from a tour of Leyte. This country is rich.

Back to Hinilawod now; working on the comic pages. All the feasting from Leyte has taken its toll and I'm lethargic. Updated play-dates are up at the website, by the way. I'd love to see how the play is going to evolve this time around.

See you there!

Labaw Donggon and Ginbitinan wallpaper

This is widescreen wallpaper-sized for all of you who are interested. Christmas is just around the bend so Merry Christmas everyone.

Labaw goes on a journey for his first wife, GINBITINAN. One thing I had in mind, while working on this--we've been sought and saved at a higher price than this. Labaw-Donggon is simply reflecting another greater glory.

Also, I love football. Congratulations, Philippines! I hope we can one day join the World Cup.

Our Labaw Donggon is Asleep.

From the Hinilawod Play, Labaw is played by Ewika. We last showed the play in its full length in Dumaguete.

Yes, I’m back… trying to pop out something creative. This time we watch Labaw Donggon sleep… entertaining, right? Remember when I mentioned that I was trying to explore MMA so I could get the feel for this Hinilawod Comic’s fights scenes? That said exploration has lead me into Muay Thai…

I love it! I’m proud to survive each session we have. It’s a beating.

Just thought I’d give it the credit due, as I’ve noticed an improvement in the way the battle scenes are constructed.

Anyway, the image of Labaw Donggon sleeping just makes me want to do the same. One other plan in lieu of that would be to dine at some Filipino-vegetarian-restaurant: (I’m trying to live healthy) a very creative ensemble of local delicacies and a conscience. I’d love that.

Cheers everyone!

Epic of Labaw Donggon: Ginbitinan

Labaw's first wife: Ginbitinan also plays the guitar! This is just awesome.

The Filipino guitar which predates the Spanish era was the kudyapi or kutyapi. I hope I got this right.

More info on our website. Am up to my neck in this--and having the time of my life. I might not be able to update as often, until the 2nd volume of the Hinilawod comic is released.

Labaw Donggon's Adventures in the works...

ABYANG GINBITINAN

We have before us Abyang Ginbitinan. I wanted to make her somewhat fierce. In the Hinilawod epic, her village is under the threat of MY MANALUDTOD Dragon. (I have now claimed this dragon from Ancient Panay as my own!)

Now, if your village were constantly under threat, you would not become a Sleeping Beauty or a Snow White... you would become Xena!Ginbitinan is our legendary warrior princess.