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    Trixia Salonga

    Hi! I'm Trixia and welcome to my slice of life. I'm not your average blogger, I'm a hybrid of multi-dimensional shoujo, a rare breed of legal loli and a unique original producer of ideas and inspiration. My path goes on the other side of the road which is less traveled, where thrill and excitement rests. This blog holds my inner thoughts, experiences, opinions and out-of-the-ordinary theories which I keep as a journal of my life's highlights. Contact me at reshadollyprincess@gmail.com for collaboration



    Lately, I have a hang-over of the greatest fight in the north of GOT and being invited over to a museum full of history was by far the best feeling to appreciate that we have past similar to theirs, less the dragons, I guess.

    The coolest part of our history is that our very own countrymen, Filipinos which were referred as Indios at that time, have carved their own interpretations of God, The Holy Family, the saints which in their coming from their own creativity preserved a timeline wherein Catholicism was introduced.

    Entrance Fee:

    Free for 6 months starting May 2, 2019

    Location:

    Corner Arzobispo and Anda Streets, Intramuros, Manila (beside the Arzobispado de Manila)

    Operating hours:

    Tuesdays to Fridays, 9:00 am - 5:00pm
    Fully Airconditioned with restrooms

    We were near the site as early as 9:00 am because we had to cover a shoot hours before and waited till the opening of the museum.

    It was a short walk from Manila Cathedral where we passed by, from where I first saw it was from the side, still unpainted, which I thought was the entrance but there actual entrance on the other side.



    First Floor highlights

    Once inside, we were greeted by the carved statue and a signing table on the side. The first floor doors open up and a bright room with all the historical pieces are displayed.

    The museum's current in-house exhibition presents the story of evangelization of the Philippines from the Perspective of the Filipinos.





    1). Imagenes / Indigena and Imaculate Conception room

    At my back are the carved depictions of women with inspirations from virgin mary.

    When the Spaniards came, they were in shock with Indio women because they were bare-breasted and they had no manners, so they set up a model for the women to emulate, and the best role model is none other than Immaculate Conception or the Virgin Mary.




    2. The Religious Order

    These carved wooden statues from different interpretations of God and saints.









    3. The Patronato Real and the Establishment of Parishes


    Laid at the floor are pieces which helped Filipinos learn how to combine each piece some which are used for altars.








    A water reservoir during the Spanish era preserved.


    An undiscovered area which is a mystery to the public. Just look at how eery that look like.

    Second Floor Highlights

    4. The Indio response


    What I like the second floor is that there were stunning displays which clearly used by the churches, shiny pieces that seem to tantalize and dozens of carving interpretations of God and The Holy family.
    The museum is located in two important reconstructions inside the walled city:

    The San Ignacio Church and The Mission House of the Society of Jesus


    5. Religious Colonial Paintings and
    6. Establishment of a Parish and Sacred Vessels.

    A magnificent display of the Eucharist and Virgin Mary, the intrinsic designs that gives of baroque vibe can still be appreciated even with a silver medium.

    These Sacred Vessels does give that GOT feels but these silversmiths were made by firstly Chinese, then eventually Filipinos learned to do them.



    Third Floor highlights

    The third floor consists of a cute miniature replica of Churches and Spanish houses. If you'll check closely some are made with the tiniest detail, if you love miniatures, this is one floor that you'd like to visit.



    If you move further to the side they have a room which has a projector showing films about the museum.


    Also on the third floor, you'll see small bones of animals and porcelain Chinese pieces full of history and the one souvenir and future plans for a historical mall and cafe about to emerge. They also have a map of Intramuros and so.


    You've got to check this future mall and cafe, they plan it to harmonize with the historical pieces in their accent. So it's like a mall museum cafe!

    I've enjoyed every bit of history that I've seen in fact it reminded me of my purpose and inspiration. If you've visited Intramuros, come check the place out! 
    . Tuesday, May 07, 2019 .

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    One of the much-awaited events this summer, Pinoy Otaku Festival is back this 2019! Bringing the audience more interactive games and guests plus a bigger venue.  Red Cloud Interactive, Naruto Cosplayers PH and Robinsons Novaliches bring you Pinoy Otaku Festival (POF) 2019: Asobu on May 17-19, 2019 at the Trade Hall of Robinsons Novaliches in Quezon City. 

    Bigger venue, more interactive games – Pinoy Otaku Festival has been known for its event which focuses on the true Pinoy Otaku identity and Filipino’s dedication as manifested by the current trend in popular culture.   It is a celebration of Japanese pop culture and how Filipinos enrich it, by experience our own culture as well through the latest popular culture as the event combine cosplay, music and the Filipino's heart of gold for helping people. 

    The title theme of the event “ASOBU” means “Let’s Play” and will focus more on interactive experience for all attendee. It will also include the traditional cosplay competition, karaoke, and Battle of the Bands. 



    Pinoy Otaku Festival 2019 Highlights 
    This event focuses on giving highlights on the much-awaited on-stage games and the much-awaited Otaku Choice Awards to be held on May 17. During that day, nominees will gather and will be given awards for their dedication from the different categories as voted by people thru the online nomination and voting. Tom’s Workstation by Tomas Jefferson Hernandez is the official trophy provider for OCA 2019. 

    Other event highlight includes POF 2019: Art Attack, Karaoke Battle Royale, Fantasm: Inter-school, POF 2019: Battle of the Bands, Your Cosplay Sounds Familiar, Cosplay Championship League, Otaku Bazaar and booths, Panel discussions, and more. 

    If you are into interactive games then try joining and win cash and freebies during Otaku Deal or No Deal, Anime Quiz, Otaku Singtunado, Otaku Singing Bee, Name That Tune, and more. 

    This year POF 2019 is bringing more interactive panel discussions across the 3-day event.  Topics are selected by the community from a voting process.  Topics this year include: (1) Sexual Harassment in Cosplay; (2) Status of Esports in the Philippines; (3) How to win competitions; (4) Piracy and Anime Fandom; (5) How to become a successful game streamer; and (6) What does it take to be an Idol? 

    Tons of Special Guests  

    Featuring special guests from both Japan and Philippines: Yohgen, Gekitora, Hiro Saeki, Kazuki, Gloco Gaming, Yu-En Cosplay plus Filipino bands which are also into both Philippine and Japanese pop cultures: FREETIX, Kanjiru, Neko Hunter Band, and Kulaspiro. 

    Ariel Villasanta, the other half of the comedy duo Ariel and Maverick with Maverick Relova. They pioneer the comedy reality-show in Philippine TV and now has an upcoming movie entitled, "The Untold Story of the Kings of Reality Shows".  He stars in Totoo TV, Mommy Elvie's Problematic Show (TV Series), and Pinoy Meets World (TV Series). 

    The event will also highlight the world of idols as it rises here in the Philippines: Aidoru Sozai, AOS49, CH4U, IVY! Musume, JAPHDOLLS PH, Pepper Keibu, Poly V, Sophia the Artist, Tanchikon, and Ureshii-san Tomodachi. 

    POF 2019 hosts include Kiel from Choji PH, Tessa Carbonell, Justin Villaseran, Geneva Cabading and Fatima Jongco. 

    Event Tickets and Charity 
    Ticket price is set at Php 100 per day.  If you will be attending for 3 days, then get the 3-DAY PASS at Php 300 (3 Days access to the convention and includes participation in the raffles).  
    For those who want to have more perks at the event, you can avail the 3-DAY VIP ACCESS for Php 500 (3 days access to the convention only, participation in Animazing Race, Premium Raffles, and many more). 

    You can get tickets online via Ticket2Me. 

    Pinoy Otaku Festival is partnering with House of Lightand Hands of God Charity Works, by giving part of the proceeds (ticket sales) to help support them in their various activities.  House of Light is a support group and help them create more awareness regarding HIV/AIDS, and Hands of God Charity Works provides care for less privileged children. 

    POF 2019 Event Partners 
    POF 2019 is being made possible in cooperation with CIIT College of Arts and Technology, MC Hotel Fairview, and Hotel Fox with the help of VR Café, and Jerry's Life Size Statues and Collectibles. 

    The event is also brought to you with the help of various Otaku organizations as follow: Team Oke Gakuen, El Chorizo Cosplay Group, The Otaku Philippines, Z Warriors, Toushin – Ateneo, UP AME, PNU NAMI, JDoramaEiga PH, and FurryPinas PH. 

    Media Partners include Astig.ph, TechKuya, Wazzup Pilipinas, Keepsakes., The Cosplay and Anime Café, OtakuPlay PH, Game Seer, Reverie Wonderland, Ayaldev, Setsu Ani, Sutil Si Isco, Zing - Edge Manila, Mauvish Crimson, AniRadio PH,PopLife TV and Jherzoned 

    You can buy tickets online thru the event’s ticket partner, Ticket2Me. Visit https://www.ticket2me.net/e/1607 to purchase your tickets. 

    For more information visit Pinoy Otaku Festival 2019: Asobu official website at http://pof.narutocosplayers.com/. Use the official hashtag #POF2019 and #POFAsobu and check the event’s official social media channels for more updates. 


    About Pinoy Otaku Festival 
    The annual event of Naruto Cosplayers PH (NCPH) which promotes cosplay, anime, pop culture, and more. Held annually every May. Celebrate Japanese Culture and how Pinoys enrich it. Experience our own culture as well through the latest popular culture as we combine cosplay, music and the Filipino's heart of gold for helping people. 

    About Naruto Cosplayers PH 
    Naruto Cosplayers PH (NCPH) is one of the largest cosplay and Japanese culture based organization in the Philippines with a background in events organizing and cosplay for a cause/charity works. The organization was featured several times in mainstream media and new media for its various activities. The organization is founded on October 10, 2010 which is the birthday of the anime character Uzumaki Naruto. 

    About Red Cloud Interactive 
    Red Cloud Interactive Marketing Service (or Red Cloud Interactive) began as an informal freelance team in 2010 brought about by the need to organize events usually related to cosplay and music. In 2018, the value of the portfolio accumulated by the group leader to its formalization as a business managed by a group of friends.