Heroic Rakshasa Prince & Savior of Arjuna• Granth: Mahabharata
Ghatotkacha
घटोत्कच
The heroic son of Bheema and Hidimbi whose nocturnal mastery of magic forced Karna to expend the invincible Vasava Shakti dart, saving Arjuna.
Known Epithets & Aliases
Son of Bheema and HidimbiKing of the Rakshasas
Significance & Lore
Ghatotkacha's selfless martyrdom on the 14th night of the Mahabharata war turned the tide of victory for the Pandavas.
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Key Attributes & Weapons
- ✦Master of Maya (Illusion)
- ✦Nocturnal Warrior
- ✦Supreme Sacrifice
- ✦Son of Bheema
Canonical Reference
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