Hampi, Vijayanagara Empire.
The morning sunlight was yet to cast down on the forest. Soldiers scrambled, preparing to wear their armor and polishing their weapons. Cavalry members tended to their horses and checked the saddles. The war elephants were being fed some food before the battle by the Mahouts.
The tension in the main tent was palpable. All the commanders were present for the last discussion before marching to battle. Beside Bhairava stood Arjun, his aide and bodyguard.
Vikrama was looking at reports and checking all the tactics and terrain map for the battle.
"Are the preparations done?" Bhairava asked.
Bhairava was donning ornate armor with golden details and royal insignia. He was prepared to fight his nemesis.
Vikrama stood up.
"Yes, Your Highness. Everything is in place." He looked at the report and continued, "I have to discuss our strategy for the battle."
"What is it?"
