CHARACTERS

Ben “Bentong” Arciaga– Isang dating sikat na stand-up comedian na ngayon ay limot na ng showbiz. Nagtitinda na lang ng isaw sa gilid ng barangay basketball court. Dati siyang laging punchline ng mga sitcom at noontime shows, pero ngayong wala na siyang spotlight, tanging pamilya na lang niya ang audience.

Martha Arciaga– Asawa ni Bentong. Practical, matapang, pero may pinipigil na galit sa asawang di makabitaw sa pangarap. Naglalaba para sa mga kapitbahay para kumita ng dagdag.

Marissa Arciaga– Kapatid ni Bentong na may autism. Sensitive sa tunog at liwanag. Mahilig gumuhit at manood ng lumang comedy tapes ni Bentong—doon siya natatawa. Si Marissa ang unang nakakaramdam kapag nalulungkot si Kuya.

Carlo “Caloy” Arciaga– Anak ni Bentong. 17 yrs old. Tahimik, matalino, may pangarap maging animator o filmmaker. Medyo nahihiya sa trabaho ng ama. Nahihirapan sa pressure ng kahirapan at expectations. May soft spot para sa kapatid niyang si Marissa.

Tricia Garcia– Crush ni Caloy. Maganda, mabait, pero galing sa mas maayos na pamilya. Hindi niya kinukutya si Caloy kahit simpleng buhay nila—pero clueless siya sa tunay na pinagdadaanan nito.

PREMISE / SUMMARY

Nang ma-invite si Bentong sa isang “reunion episode” ng isang classic comedy show, akala niya ay babalik na ang spotlight sa kanya. Pero ang episode ay isang tribute special para sa mga yumaong komedyante—at nilagay lang siya sa segment na “buhay pa pala siya?” para sa comic relief. Nasaktan siya.

Habang pinipilit bumangon sa hiya, binabalanse niya ang pamilya:– Si Martha na halos bibitaw na.– Si Caloy na parang unti-unti nang lumalayo.– Si Marissa na nakakahalata ng lungkot ng lahat kahit hindi ito lubos na nauunawaan.

Ang nakakaantig na twist?Isang animation thesis film ang ginagawa ni Caloy tungkol sa isang clown na nawala sa entablado pero minahal ng kanyang anak. Sa dulo ng kwento, marerealize ni Bentong na hindi lang stage ang sukatan ng tunay na legacy ng isang komedyante. Kasi kahit isang tao lang ang natutong tumawa o magmahal dahil sa'yo—panalo ka na.

🕊️ House of Redemption

In the heights of Heaven, where time does not touch pure hearts, Sara Kosmos Gi Magdalena, daughter of Jesus Kosmos Gi Lámpsiy and Mary Magdalene, watches the corruption of Earth with sorrow. Though she appears to be twenty years old, she has lived for over two thousand years. Moved by compassion, Sara chooses to descend into the world of men to offer them one final chance at redemption.

Disguised under a humble identity, she builds a sanctuary amidst the modern chaos: the House of Redemption, a refuge of love, healing, and truth. But her purity is scorned, her kindness mocked, and like her father before her, Sara is seen as naive by a world that has lost its faith.

By her side stands Samuel, a young human who discovers in her a light impossible to ignore, becoming her protector and first believer. Together, with the help of Carmen, a young woman scarred by a tragic past, and Francisco, a man seeking redemption for his own sins, they will face both visible and invisible forces.

For evil never sleeps. Lucifer hides within corrupted religions, unjust systems, and men who kill in the name of faith. And when the shadows of the past rise again to slay the righteous, Sara will have to decide:Can humanity be saved… or does it deserve to be forsaken?

Destined By the Light  is a story of action, faith, and supernatural battles that follows **Kutichayi Atilano Bonillas Sánchez**, a 17-year-old boy who lives a seemingly normal life in Lima, Peru. Everything changes when he begins to experience strange dreams and discovers he has been chosen for a mission that transcends the reality he knows.

Accompanied by his friends **Camila, Daniel, and Rosenda**, Ruwi delves into a hidden world of light and darkness, where demonic forces threaten to destroy everything in their path. With the help of celestial beings, the group faces trials that challenge not only their courage, but also their faith and bonds of friendship.

As enemies lurk in the shadows, Ruwi will discover secrets that will change his life forever. The fight between good and evil is underway, and the fate of the world could depend on a single act of faith. Will Ruwi and his friends be able to overcome the challenges that await them?

"LOST IN THE HAZE OF DAWN"— a hauntingly beautiful exploration of shattered dreams, silent screams, and the unyielding resilience of the human heart.

The poem Fading Embers explores the transformation from warmth and love to coldness and despair. It delves into themes of heartbreak, betrayal, and inner turmoil, using vivid imagery to depict the emotional journey of a once lively heart turned cold. The reflection on the darkness within and the deceptive nature of appearances questions the impact of a cold heart and the deep emotional scars it leaves behind.

Allen was raised up in the underworld, the bottom part of the megacity where people thrive for their own survival. One day he pick up an abandoned experiment, Noel, which later led him to unravel the secret of Ayothaya (the part of Apex floor of this gigantic city). In 2177, every civilization already vanished from the catastrophe of global destruction. There's no land, no heat, but a turbulent sea surrounded by rings of fire in every place on earth.

You are the closest thing to a teacher that I have ever had. I hope I can honour your and walk on that hard path.

This is a story of a man that failed as a husband and father. It is only when he was divorced that he can work on saving what relationships he could. It was too late for his wife, but he hoped his children would forgive him and be part of his life. Then he gets an opportunity to go back in time and have a chance once more at doing things right. Will he succeed this time?

Asher Redemptionis meant to be a semi-light-hearted, semi-humorous fantasy story about a demon from Hell named Asher Nicastro who tries to reach Heaven through self-redemption when given the unique opportunity. Asher is somewhat troubled, and struggles with past trauma and gender identity.

Hyacinth can only watch. Cursed with knowledge, the support of hundreds from her underground newspaper does nothing to make people understand, know, or ever truly believe. As Azdea could never avow the same sentiment, the unstoppable revolution shall either pass the test of time— or fall deep in disrepair for eternity. And what will be the price...