Gagak Rimang: The Mighty Steed of Haryo Penangsang
Gagak Rimang is a black Sumbawa horse (Sandalwood Pony) known for its strength and agility. This horse was the prized steed of Arya Penangsang, a regent of Jipang Panolan (now Cepu, Blora, Central Java, Indonesia). According to legend, this horse could leap across the Bengawan Solo River. When its master was killed, the horse mysteriously disappeared.
One day in Jipang Panolan:
Haryo Penangsang prepares to train with Gagak Rimang. He speaks to one of his loyal soldiers, Joyo Mangkubumi.
Haryo Penangsang: "Joyo, prepare Gagak Rimang. Today we will train by the Bengawan Solo."
Joyo Mangkubumi: "Yes, Sir. Gagak Rimang is ready. Any special instructions before we leave?"
Haryo Penangsang: "Remember, Joyo. Gagak Rimang is incredibly strong and fast. Take good care of him, for he is the key to our victory."
Joyo Mangkubumi: "I will guard Gagak Rimang as if my own life depends on it, Sir."
Haryo Penangsang mounts Gagak Rimang and they head to the riverbank.
Battle Against Jaka Tingkir
When Haryo Penangsang attacked Jaka Tingkir, who had become the King of Pajang with the title Sultan Hadiwijaya, their battles shook Pajang. In many skirmishes, the Pajang troops were defeated by Jipang, led by Haryo Penangsang, mainly due to Gagak Rimang's prowess.
Haryo Penangsang: "With Gagak Rimang on our side, no one can defeat us!"
Jipang Troops: "Long live Haryo Penangsang! Long live Gagak Rimang!"
Sutawijaya's Tactic
Realizing that Haryo Penangsang's main strength lay in Gagak Rimang, Ki Ageng Pemanahan advised Sultan Hadiwijaya on a tactical plan to defeat Haryo Penangsang. Ki Ageng Pemanahan sent his own son, Sutawijaya, to battle Haryo Penangsang with a mare.
Ki Ageng Pemanahan: "Sutawijaya, remember this tactic. The mare will distract Gagak Rimang, making him uncontrollable. That's your chance."
Sutawijaya: "I understand, Father. I will execute this plan well."
The Battlefield
On the battlefield, Gagak Rimang, seeing the mare, became aroused and difficult for Haryo Penangsang to control. Sutawijaya seized this opportunity to knock Haryo Penangsang off Gagak Rimang's back.
Haryo Penangsang: "Gagak Rimang! Calm down!"
Sutawijaya: "Now's the time! Attack!"
Sutawijaya successfully unseated Haryo Penangsang and ultimately killed him. According to myth, because of Gagak Rimang's immense strength and "fiery" nature, no grass or plants can grow on the land where its stable once stood in Blora.
Moral Message
Simbah Kakung: "Be wise in managing your desires, for those who indulge in them will face ruin and defeat, no matter how strong or mighty they are."
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