Brandon Vera’s back tattoos close-up

October 19, 2008 by Christian · Leave a Comment 

Some of you may have been wondering what Brandon Vera’s back tattoos mean after watching his split decision loss to Keith Jardine tonigh at UFC 89. On his back are Mundo (Earth), Hangin (Wind), Tubig (Water) and Apoy (Fire). Here are some photos and some related links.

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The meaning of Brandon Vera’s Baybayin tattoos

July 19, 2008 by Christian · 2 Comments 

Some of you may have caught the UFC’s Brandon Vera fight tonight against Reese Andy and wondering what his tattoos are. On his back are Mundo (Earth), Hangin (Wind), Tubig (Water) and Apoy (Fire).

Brandon Vera’s Baybayin alibata tattoos

Below is what looks like an interesting transliteration -GO-D

Brandon Vera’s back tattoos

June 8, 2008 by Christian · 3 Comments 

With people looking up Brandon Vera’s tattoos after his UFC 85 loss, here’s a clear photo of his back.

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UFC’s Brandon Vera’s Baybayin thigh tattoos

January 2, 2008 by Christian · 2 Comments 

Here’s video of UFC’s Brandon Vera practicing his moves. You will notice 2 big Baybayin tattoos on his thighs. I can’t really make them out but I think I see “LA” & “Ya”.

Brandon Vera’s Baybayin tattoos

October 13, 2007 by Christian · 13 Comments 

UFC Light-Heavyweight contender Brandon Vera has 4 big Baybayin tattoos on his back signifying Mundo (Earth), Hangin (Wind), Tubig (Water) and Apoy (Fire). Based on the photos below, it looks like the MU character is missing a kudlit below it. Without the kudlit, it would read MA-N-DO. While Mundo is conversational Tagalog for Earth, Lupa (Dirt) is probably more proper. Interested in getting artwork of this old pre-Filipino writing system? Check out the translation services.

Brandon Vera Baybayin alibata tattoos

Interested to learn more about this pre-Filipino writing system? Check out Baybayin.com.

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