TATLONG BULOD - LEGEND OF THE THREE MOUNTAINS OF BICOL

THE LEGEND OF THE THREE MOUNTAINS 

Long ago there was a rich land called Ibalon, where the people venerated their gods and in return was bountiful catch and harvest and fine weather. One of the colonies ruled by Datu Makusog(his name means strong) and his wife Diwani, the had two daughters named Malinao and Masaraga. Later Diwani became pregnant with her youngest daughter which they named Magayon. The three grew up to be the loveliest maidens in all of Ibalon, specially Magayaon. Masaraga was of short stature and was a brown beauty, she was strong willed and industrious and prayed to the gods often. She wanted to learn the knowledge and secrets of the gods so Ibalon could prosper more.  Malinao is lithe and soft spoken is of a different beauty and character she is very light of skin and was forbidden to go out of their abode. Youngest and most beautiful was Magayon Beautiful but proud and moody, some say she was blessed with having golden-copper  skin and copper colored hair.

The three sisters being the loveliest maidens were chosen dance for their whole colony the rituals of ''atang'' and ''haliya'' but Magayon being stubborn refuses, but is later conviced by her eldest sister Masaraga.

Masaraga was favored by the gods for her deeds and her plans for Ibalon, but it was also the thing that would lead to her demise and hr sister Malinao's demise. Favored by Gugurang she had learned the secrets of herbs and potions and practical healing. But this angered Oryol who was the daughter of the deity Asuang. Oryol sang and her lovely voice called the Banog. The Banog was winged monster half-man and half-bird. Oryol commanded the Banog to fly and kill Masaraga for she had learned the secrets of the gods. And so the Banog did as commanded and went to where Masaraga was and scooped her and flew high. When they were high enough the Banog dropped Masaraga.

Oryol thinking that Masaraga had told the secrets of the gods to her sister Malinao also plotted to kill her.Malinao was a maiden who rarely leaves their abode, and when she does she is always carried in a hammock or a basket by their slaves. She was well kept for because she is much favored by the god of the sea Magindang. For her light skin reminds the sea god of Bulan, the god of the moon. ever since Malinao was born their had always been a bountiful catch from sea, and when Malinao is sad their fisher men could not catch fish. Oryol had to think of how to kill Malinao. She transformed herself into a appearance of Masaraga.  Masaraga(who was Oryol in disguise) tricked Malinao into coming with her to the shallow waters. She carried Malinao on her back, Oryol sang and her beautiful voice called the vicious Magindara (mermaids) She threw Malinao to the water and the vicious mermaids did the rest.

So lastly Oryol had to deal with the proud Daragang Magayon. Magayon had many suitors. Among her many suitors were nobles, and one of them was  Datu Pagtuga(Eruption) of the Iraga. Datu Pagtuga brought with him many baskets filled pearls dived from the deep sea, and as many gold as his servants could carry, he thought that he could win over Magayon's heart with riches. But Magayon was proud of her beauty and of her status, she rejected Datu Pagtuga and her other suitors. One day a young noble and his men arrived in Datu Makusog's territory. It was Gino(prince) Panganoron or as his men called him Gino Ulap (Ginoong Ulap/Prince Cloud) to seek a bride. Ulap has heard of the beauty of Daragang Magayon and has come a long way just to see her. Panganoron had light skin and the people said that it is because his mother was of the wind people (tawong lipod)

some say his mother was a mermaid. So Gino Panganoron was captivated by Magayon's beauty, Panganoron was patient with Magayon. 

One day Magayon went to the river called Yawa. Oryol was waiting for Magayon, She used her voice to charm Magayon into going to the river and had made sure that the stones were slippery, Oryol also had mermaids there to drown Magayon once she fell on the river. So as planned Magayon came and and slipped into the river where she almost drowned if not Ulap(Panganoron) who saves Magayon

He carried her home, When they arrived he threw his spear in front of Magayon's abode proclaiming he wants to marry her. The proud Magayon now humbled accepts the proposal, grateful that the noble Ulap saved his remaining daughter Datu Makusog agrees to the wedding. Ulap must return to his land for the preparation of their wedding, and also to bring treasures from his land as a gift to his soon to be bride.

Oryol angered that her plan to kill Magayon failed thought of another plan. She sang, her beautiful voice implanted evil thoughts on Datu Pagtuga's head.

When Datu Makusog was hunting Datu pagtuga and his men abducted him

He threatened Magayon telling her he will kill his father and wage war if she refuse to marry him.

Against her will and her heart she agrees.

Ulap heard of the horrible news and he wasted no time returning to Rawis On their wedding day

Ulap and his men arrived and rained arrows over Pagtuga and his men. A great battle instead of a wedding feast took place. Ulap was able to defeat Pagtuga

Magayon jubilant runs over to her beloved but as she was about to hold him, an arrow struck her from behind. Ulap shocked by this let his guard down which Linog (Pagtuga's most loyal warrior) saw as his chance, he struck Ulap using a spear Datu Makusog killed the man who struck Ulap using his bolo(large single-edged knife).They buried the two young lovers together

The gods had saw what had happened to the three sisters, In remembrance to the ground where Masaraga fell to her death Mount Masaraga appeared,and in the place where Malinao drowned Mount Malinao appeared.

Lastly where Magayon and Panganoron were buried Mount Magayon now called mount Mayon is now located. People believe that when clouds cover the top of Mayon volcano, it signifies that Ulap is kissing Magayon

the three moutains myth

In the ancient land of Ibalon, a realm of opulence and reverence for the divine, thrived under the rule of Datu Makusog and his wife Diwani. They were blessed with three daughters: Malinao, Masaraga, and Magayon. These young women, particularly Magayon, were renowned for their exceptional beauty and unique qualities. Masaraga, despite her petite stature, possessed a robust spirit and an insatiable curiosity for the gods' secrets, while Malinao, with her delicate features and ethereal presence, was sheltered within the confines of their home due to her sacred connection to the sea deity, Magindang. Magayon, the youngest and most striking of the sisters, garnered admiration tinged with envy for her radiant complexion and lustrous copper-colored locks.

As the loveliest maidens in Ibalon, the sisters were tasked with performing the sacred rituals of "atang" for their colony. While Masaraga eagerly embraced this duty, Magayon initially resisted, her stubbornness eventually overcome by the persuasion of her elder sister. However, their beauty and favor with the gods drew the ire of Oryol, daughter of the deity Asuang. Seeking vengeance for perceived transgressions, Oryol orchestrated tragic fates for each sister.

Masaraga, having gained divine favor through her devotion and knowledge of herbal remedies, incurred Oryol's wrath. Enraged by Masaraga's acquisition of sacred knowledge, Oryol summoned the Banog, a monstrous half-bird creature, to exact punishment. Masaraga met her demise at the claws of the Banog, dropping from great heights as a consequence of her forbidden pursuits.

Believing that Masaraga had shared divine secrets with her sisters, Oryol set her sights on Malinao. Conspiring to eliminate her, Oryol disguised herself as Masaraga and lured Malinao to her demise. Entrapped by Oryol's deceitful guise, Malinao fell victim to the merciless mermaids summoned by Oryol's enchanting voice.

Finally, Oryol targeted the proud and sought-after Magayon. Despite numerous suitors, including the wealthy Datu Pagtuga, Magayon remained steadfast in her refusal, until the arrival of Gino Panganoron, known as Gino Ulap due to his rumored heritage. Entranced by Magayon's beauty, Panganoron proved himself patient and sincere in his affections.

Oryol's last attempt to thwart destiny came as Magayon ventured to the river Yawa. Employing her beguiling voice and treacherous mermaids, Oryol orchestrated a near-fatal accident for Magayon. Yet, it was Panganoron who rescued her, solidifying his love and earning Magayon's acceptance of his proposal.

However, Oryol's vengeful machinations persisted, as she manipulated Datu Pagtuga into abducting Datu Makusog and threatening Magayon. Forced into a marriage against her will, Magayon suffered a tragic fate on her wedding day. In the ensuing chaos, both Magayon and Panganoron met untimely ends, their love immortalized in tragedy.

Witnessing the sisters' plight, the gods commemorated their sacrifices by transforming the sites of their tragedies into sacred mountains: Mounts Masaraga, Malinao, and Magayon (now known as Mayon). As legend has it, when clouds cloak the summit of Mount Mayon, it symbolizes the eternal embrace of Magayon and Panganoron, a poignant reminder of love's enduring legacy amid the trials of mortal existence.

Alamat ng tatlong bulod

 In the ancient realm of Ibalon, a land once teeming with prosperity and divine favor, a tale of horror unfolded beneath the shadows of majestic mountains and beside mysterious rivers. Ruled by the mighty Datu Makusog and his wife Diwani, the couple bore three daughters – Malinao, Masaraga, and the youngest, Magayon.

The ethereal beauty of the sisters was unmatched, and their connection to the divine was undeniable. Masaraga, the eldest, was favored by Gugurang for her wisdom and industrious spirit, a maiden who sought the secrets of the gods to bring prosperity to Ibalon. Malinao, veiled and secluded, held a mystical connection with the sea god, bringing bountiful catches from the sea. Magayon, the youngest and most striking, possessed a beauty that stirred envy, her copper-colored hair and golden skin setting her apart. Yet, her pride and disdain for others left her solitary, finding solace only in the company of birds.

As the three sisters prepared to partake in the sacred rituals of "atang" for their colony, Magayon, obstinate and proud, initially resisted. However, under the persuasion of Masaraga, she reluctantly joined. Little did they know, their participation would unravel a nightmarish series of events.

Masaraga's favor with the gods proved to be her undoing. Oryol, daughter of the deity Asuang, felt threatened by Masaraga's knowledge of herbs and potions. Enraged, Oryol summoned the Banog, a winged monster, to snatch Masaraga and plunge her to a tragic demise.

Oryol's malevolence extended to Malinao, transforming herself into the guise of Masaraga to lure her unsuspecting sister to shallow waters. With a haunting melody, Oryol summoned the Magindara, vicious mermaids who mercilessly dragged Malinao into the depths, sealing her fate.

The final target of Oryol's sinister plot was the proud Magayon. Despite numerous suitors, including the wealthy Datu Pagtuga, Magayon remained unyielding. However, when the noble Gino Panganoron arrived, Magayon's heart wavered. Oryol, seizing the opportunity, sought to manipulate Magayon's emotions.

At the river called Yawa, Oryol set her trap. With slippery stones and enchanting melodies, Magayon fell into the river. Yet, Gino Panganoron intervened, saving her life. Grateful and humbled, Magayon accepted his proposal, sparking the ire of Oryol.

Determined to thwart their union, Oryol influenced Datu Pagtuga to abduct Magayon's father. Threatened with war and her father's life hanging in the balance, Magayon reluctantly agreed to marry Datu Pagtuga.

Ulap, hearing the distressing news, rushed back to Rawis for their wedding. However, Oryol's malevolence persisted, instigating a battle between Ulap and Pagtuga. In the chaos, Magayon's heartbreak reached its peak as an arrow struck her, and Ulap, in grief, succumbed to a fatal blow from Pagtuga's loyal warrior, Linog.

United in death, Magayon and Panganoron were buried together. The gods, witnessing the tragedy, marked the locations where the sisters met their demise – Mount Masaraga, Mount Malinao, and the now-dreaded Mount Mayon.

Legend persists that when clouds shroud the summit of Mayon, it symbolizes Ulap forever kissing the beautiful Magayon, an eternal reminder of the harrowing tale that unfolded in the cursed lands of Ibalon.

DARAGANG MAGAYON  ALAMAT KAN MAYONG

Kaitong panahon igwang magayonon na daragang apod Daragang Magayon. Aki siya ni Datu Makusog asin ni Dawani kan tribu sa Rawis, na harani sa dagat. Bantog sa Bikol and saiyang kagayonan, kaya dakol na buot mag-agom saiya. An pinakama-igot asin pinakamayaman si Pagtuga, an pamayo sa Iriga, na nagdadara saiya ki mga bulawan na gamit asin magagayon na bado. Ako man gabos ni Datu Makusog ta habo niyang madagit si Pagtuga, na mainiton an payo. Alagad habo ni Magayon ki Pagtuga ta di niya uyon an ugali na abaw-abaw.

Napaagi sa Rawis si Panganoron na taga-Kaliraya asin kan nahiling niya si Magayon, tulos siyang namuot sa daraga. Sinundan niya si Magayon dawa magsain. Sarong aldaw kan nagkarigos sa salog si Magayon dinara kan sulog dangan malalamos. Tulos siyang nailigtas ni Panganoron, na matibay maglangoy mala namundag sa danaw asin sabi aki kan magindara. Dai naghaloy, nagkaminuotan sinda. Bilang pagsunod sa kaugalian, nagduman si Panganoron sa harong ni Magayon dangan itinusok niya su garud sa daga bilang pahiling na buot niyang mag-agom sa daraga.

Dagit si Pagtuga kan naaraman an ginibo ni Panganoron. Tulos niyang pinaapod si Linog, an dakulaon niyang tauhan, na pag naglakaw minahiro an daga. Sa tabang ni Linog, dinakop ninda si Datu Makusog dangan itinago sa lungib harani sa Danaw Buhi. Dangan sinugo si Linog na sabihon kay Magayon na magpaagom saiya kun buot pang mahiling na buhay an ama.

Kan naaraman ni Panganoron an nangyari, nangako siya na ililigtas si Datu Makusog, alagad mauli siya sa Kaliraya tanganing magkua ki mga kasurog.

Sinabi ni Linog na dapat bago magbilog an bulan maaraman na kun uyon o dai si Magayon na magpaagom kay Pagtuga. Napiritan mag-uyon si Magayon tanganing mailigtas su buhay kan ama. Ipinataan su aldaw kan pag-agom. Sa taan na aldaw, nakabalik si Datu Makusog.

Bago natapos su panunumpa sa pag-agom, nag-abot si Panganoron kaibahan su mga kasurog. Matindi su labanan. Nagadan ni Panganoron si Pagtuga. Kan nahiling su namomotan, duminalagan, kuminugos si Magayon ki Panganoron. Alagad nahiling sinda ni Linog dangan sabay sindang tinuhog kan dakulang garud. Pagbagsak, sabay na gadan su nagkaminootan. Ipinagadan man tulos ni Datu Makusog si Linog.

Saro an linubungan ki Panganoron asin Magayon. Sa pagagi kan panahon, nagparahalangkaw su linubungan sagkod nagin magayonon na bulod. Inapod ini kan mga tawo na Bulod Mayong—na pinahalipot na Magayon. Kadaklan na aldaw napapandungan ni Panganoron si Mayong. 

Basic version of Legend of Mayon

There was once a beautiful maiden named Daragang Magayon. She was the daughter of Datu Makusog and Dawani of Rawis, a tribe in a land near the sea. Her beauty was known throughout Bikol and she had many suitors. But none was so powerful, persistent and rich as Pagtuga, a chieftain from Iriga, who showered her with gifts of golden trinkets and fine woven clothes. Datu Makusog would accept the gifts for fear of displeasing the ill-tempered Pagtuga. But Magayon would not touch the gifts, because she hated Pagtuga’s abrasive and impulsive mood.

A stranger named Panganoron from the lake-town of Caliraya accidentally passed by Rawis and saw Magayon and was captivated by her beauty. He instantly fell in love with her and secretly followed her everywhere. One day, while bathing in the river Magayon was caught in an undercurrent and nearly drowned. Panganoron, who was born near a lake and whose mother was thought to be a mermaid, saved her. In no time, they fell in love with each other. Consistent with the tradition of the time, Panganoron visited Magayon’s home and planted a spear on the ground fronting her window, signifying his intention to marry her.

Pagtuga was furious when he learned of this. He called Linog, his henchman, who was a creature so large that the ground he plodded on would shake. With the help of Linog, Pagtuga captured Datu Makusog, and imprisoned him in a cave near Lake Buhi. Then thru Linog he sent word to Magayon that unless the beautiful maiden marries him, she will never see her father again.

When Panganoron learned about the abduction of Makusog, he promised Magayon that he will save her father, but for the meantime he will go back to Caliraya and fetch his warriors.

Linog pressed Magayon to decide before the full moon lest her father would die. Magayon found no other way of saving the life of his father but to agree to marry Pagtuga. The marriage was arranged. On their wedding day, Datu Makusog was released and was to attend the ceremony.

Before the wedding ceremony was over, Panganoron and his warriors arrived and a battle with Pagtuga and his men ensued. Panganoron was able to slay Pagtuga. On seeing her triumphant lover, Magayon rushed to Panganoron and they embraced. However Linog saw this, and he swiftly hurled his powerful spear that pierced the bodies of the lovers. They both fell dead. Linog was eventually killed by Datu Makusog.

Panganoron and Magayon were burried in one grave. As time passed, the mound on the grave grew higher and higher until it became a majestic mountain. The people called it Mount Magayon, which was later shortened to Mayon. Most of the day, Panganoron, in the form of clouds would cover and protect Mayon.