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     Battles of Lanka 

Among the numberless fights described Ramayana, those of Ravana himself, his brother Kumbhakarna, and his son Indrajit are the most important. First and greatest among the warriors was Rama; he was never beaten by an open foe, never conquered in the fair fight. Next to him, and to him only, was Ravana the monarch of Lanka; he twice defeated Lakshman in battle, and never retreated except before Rama. Next to Rama and to Ravana stood their brothers, Lakshmana and Kumbhakarna; it is difficult to say who the better of these two was for they fought only once, and it was a drawn battle. Fifth in order of prowess was Indrajit the son of Ravana, but he was the first in his magic art. Concealed in mists by his magic, he twice defeated both Rama and Lakshmana; but in his last battle he had to wage a face to face combat with Lakshmana, and was slain. After these five warriors, pre-eminent for their prowess, various Vanars and Rakshas took their rank. The war ended with the fall of Ravana and his funerals. Read Vedic Wings for a detailed account of these battles...Sivkishen Author