Shakuni's Son Visits Hastinapura : Episode 127
Recap of Previous Episode : Sahadeva reveals the auspicious time for sacrifice, and Krishna alters time itself to protect the Pandavas. The ritual is completed successfully, enraging Duryodhana. Bhishma and Drishtadyumna are appointed commanders of opposing armies, and preparations for war accelerate. Rules of War Are Established Pandavas, Kauravas, Krishna, Bhishma, Shakuni, and their allies gather at Upaplavya in King Virata’s kingdom. Krishna requests Bhishma to announce the rules that will govern the battle. Bhishma declares: A warrior invited to duel must accept the challenge. No attacks on physicians or healers tending to the wounded. All fighting must cease at sunset; if battle must continue, both sides must jointly agree and arrange illumination. After sunset, warriors may freely visit the opposing camp in peace. No one may attack an unarmed warrior. A warrior retreating from battle must not be pursued or forced to continue fighting. Shakuni proposes an addit...