Stepping Into Story
Sam goes to her grandmother's home as a vacation before school starts, but the difference in society dawns on her as she adjusts from the city to the rural lifestyle.
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The Heart of the Park
Sam fights alongside Elisa - a descendant of Batu and Marikit - and the village people to protect the local park.
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The Tides of Fate
Sam stumbles upon a mysterious mural and a local legend that led her to be entangled between a young couple on the brink of elopement.
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The Cave of Echoed Wishes
Sam helps a couple struggling to conceive by leading them to a mythical golden cow that grants prayers—if they truly believe.
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Past the Boundary
Sam visits Taal Volcano and experiences a series of microearthquakes that the locals dismiss as harmless.
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WELCOME!

Hiraya: Gunita ng Batangas is a creative initiative that reimagines Batangas folk legends through modern storytelling and dynamic 2D animation. It aims to spark renewed appreciation and preserve tradition by engaging the new generation with their Filipino heritage and cultural identity.

“Welcome! I’ll be guiding you through your Batangas journey.”

Hey there! We are a passionate team composed of four Multimedia Arts students from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, on a mission to breathe new life into the rich tales and roots of the Philippines’ past—reconnecting heritage and history with the vibe and energy of today’s generation and those to come.

 

Our team is a vibrant tapestry woven on creativity, camaraderie, and communication. We share a commitment not only to each other but to the art we craft; blending our diverse strength, skill, and talent to create something meaningful. Together, we bring our capstone project to life—like the timeless Folk Legends waiting to be rediscovered! 

 

So press play, scroll through, and experience the stories from the past, made for today.

 

And now, everyone… say it loud and proud: Taal!