A warrior is not made by birth… but by brilliance. Karna’s astounding display of chariot skills and archery leaves Bhishma awestruck. As a token of appreciation, Bhishma rewards Karna with a hundred gold coins and acknowledges his raw talent.
However, bound by the rules of caste, Bhishma tells Sushena to send Karna to Magadh, as only Kshatriyas are permitted to learn advanced archery in Hastinapur and Panchal.
Meanwhile in the palace, Shakuni begins Duryodhan’s training in cunning diplomacy, sowing the early seeds of manipulation and ambition.
The wheels of destiny begin to turn — one guided by merit, another by malice.
