A renowned swordsmanship trainer tells his three students, "A grand assembly is being organized in the kingdom of Rohini. I want you three to participate in my place and represent the Rohini kingdom. Depart today itself."
The three students prepare for their journey to Rohini, following the command of their master, Dipendra.
The eldest student, Kapil, is 26 years old.
The middle one, Sourabh Jha, is 24 years old.
The youngest, Prabhas, is 20 years old.
Kapil asks his guru, "Should we travel using the Ukav or the Urdhgati horses?"
Dipendra instructs them to travel using the Ukav.
The Ukav is a massive bird species domesticated by humans. These enormous birds can carry 5 to 8 people on their backs and resemble falcons in appearance. They fly over lush forests but avoid deserts and oceans. Their numbers are very limited, and they are usually owned only by kings or influential figures.
The Urdhgati is a species of horse, twice the size and speed of an ordinary horse.
The Ukav takes flight, carrying all three disciples. The Ukav's speed is ten times greater than that of the Urdhgati horses. After a long two-day flight, the Ukav lands outside the city of Rohini. The city was beautifully decorated, and people were bustling about.
A few royal guards approach them, and Kapil shows them Dipendra's royal seal as proof. The royal guards, with due respect, escort them inside the palace.
Inside the Grand Hall
As they entered the majestic palace, the grandeur of the royal court left them in awe. Rows of intricately designed thrones adorned the vast hall, each reflecting the kingdom's wealth and artistry. The three disciples were guided to their designated seats, placed prominently among the dignitaries.
The hall was filled with a buzzing crowd of over 500 individuals—nobles, warriors, scholars, and emissaries—each awaiting the commencement of the grand assembly. The air was thick with anticipation, and the subtle murmurs of the crowd echoed against the hall's towering walls.
With the sound of a conch, a man stands up and says, "I welcome all the warriors gathered here. Today's grand assembly has been organized to build a brighter and more prosperous future for all of us. We have two plans based on ancient events and scriptures. I hope we can all work together, as it will increase the chances of success.
Before you share your thoughts, I will present some facts and concrete information."
He gestures toward his minister, who removes a curtain from the wall. Everyone's gaze fixes on the map displayed on the wall.
This map is a human creation; it may have some inaccuracies as well as certain precise details. The map is divided into regions from east to west and north to south. The uppermost area is the Eastern Region, while the center is the Central Region, which consists of vast plains spanning thousands of miles where humans reside.
The Gidhour Hills separate these two regions. To the west lies a vast desert of the Western Region, while the Northern Region is covered with snow-clad mountains. The Southern Region consists of dense forests.
Between the Northern and Eastern Regions lies the Primitive Region. To the east of the Central Region is the Kapalik Region, a coastal area. Similarly, south of the Central Region and the sea lies the Vaam Region.
Between the Eastern Region, Kapalik Region, and Vaam Region, there exists a plateau called the Dinakar Region, where days and nights last for six months each.
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Spread across thousands of miles, these regions remain largely unknown to us. We live between the Purvi Kshetra (Eastern Region) and the Madhya Kshetra (Central Region), while the vast expanses of other regions remain a mystery to us—like an unknown world. These regions are inhabited by various entities, cities, tribes, and beings we have yet to encounter. According to Maharishi Vipasha's scriptures, there are nine pure-bred species, similar to humans in many ways:
1. Deities: They reside in heaven but often visit Earth.
2. Bones: These beings are half the size of humans and have an average lifespan of 30 years. They dwell in caves.
3. Primitive People: They live in tribes in the forests. Primitive people look similar to humans but have slightly larger and upward-pointing ears.
4. Orags: A type of creature resembling bones. They live like animals, wearing no clothes, forming no tribes or families. They consume animal blood and flesh. Despite their primitive nature, they are drawn to gold, silver, and precious gems.
5. Humans: Considered the most intelligent and powerful beings after deities.
6. Asuras (Demons): They resemble humans but lack a soul. Their existence depends on the black power of Yaku.
7. Danavas (Giants): Towering over humans, they are 6 to 8 times larger. They reside in the mountains.
8. Khag Vansh (Angels): Similar to humans but with two wings on their backs, which enable them to fly. They are warriors who fight against Yaku.
9. Gandharvas: Comparable in stature to humans but live 8 to 19 times longer than humans.
These descriptions outline the incredible diversity of beings inhabiting the unknown and mysterious regions of this world.
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The story begins:
"We know the primitive people among the nine types of beings, but we don't know where the others reside on this earth. However, information and clues about them are coming to light. Beyond the 9 regions, there is also a mysterious 10th region where the gods are said to reside.
Fifty-eight years ago, a man from the Raghsi tribe, during a boat expedition in the ocean, claimed to have reached an island where he met the gods. According to him, the gods gave him gold equal to his weight and sent him away. Back then, people did not believe his words. However, two years ago, 50 to 60 fishermen also claimed to have seen the same island, describing it as having sky-high buildings and statues of gods.
Now, the Raghsi tribe is building a fleet to visit this island, intending to meet the gods and gain combat skills and wealth from them. The tribe is working together on this project.
In the central region (Madhya Kshetra), the kings and prominent leaders have already started supporting this mission, but in the eastern region (Purvi Kshetra), all eyes are on Dipendra's disciples.
A man addresses them, saying:
'Dipendra's great disciples, the Eastern Region is under your control. What is your opinion about our plan?'
Kapil: 'We will never work with our Guru's enemies. You know that the Raghsi tribe, under the Rohini emperor, is a corrupt and negative community.'
Rohini Emperor: 'This is a matter of human welfare, not internal conflicts.'
(Suddenly, Prabhas speaks up.)
Prabhas: 'Human welfare is only achieved when humane behavior is maintained. The Raghsi tribe, who are more cunning than animals, cannot be trusted. The Eastern Region will not work with them.'
Kapil: 'Tell us your other plan.'
(After a moment of silence, the Rohini Emperor begins speaking.)
Rohini Emperor: 'According to Maharshi Vipasha's scriptures, we are currently in the fourth age (parv). Each age spans 100,000 years. The previous three ages are remembered by the names of three great personalities:
1. In the first age, Manu and Savitri were prominent.
2. In the second age, Daksha and his 24 daughters were significant.
3. In the third age, Vikramaditya held a special place.
The fourth age began with the coronation of King Luzen, the first emperor of the Rohini kingdom.'
The scriptures further state that the western desert extends to the ocean, but in some areas, a river originating from the northern mountains flows, preventing the desert's expansion and creating fertile land. The Gandharvas reside in this green region.
Two hundred six years ago, a warrior from our kingdom, during his explorations, reached the Gandharva kingdom. The autobiographical accounts of his journey describe the Gandharva region as a place of magical food and divine water.
The food is such that eating it once can keep a person full for months.
The water is so unique that drinking it once can quench thirst for several days.
If we could learn how to prepare such food, it would be an unparalleled achievement for humanity.'
(The crowd murmurs upon hearing this.)
Kapil, being the eldest among the Guru's disciples, says:
'We find your second proposal appropriate, but what will we have to do for it?'
Rohini Emperor: 'I have formed a special organization of 22 individuals experienced in expeditions and overcoming challenges. They will search for the Gandharva kingdom and create an accurate map for us. Once they return, we will all work together.'
(Everyone, including Kapil, agrees to this plan.)
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The events, characters, and places in this story are purely fictional. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.
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