Getting crafty
The Hindu
Part 33: Meghnath learns about a principle that will give him the upper hand against his opponents during war.
While Hanuman and Sugriva are learning simple science and warfare techniques, Meghnath is delving into the most advanced techniques from Sukracharya.
Meghnath: Guru, is there a way to divert the direction of weapons mid-flight and stun the opponents?
Sukracharya: What made you think of this?
Meghnath: I was observing the movement of the box mite. This insect jumps in a weird curvy way and increases its range. It also uses the same techniques to escape or target its prey.
Sukracharya: You mean like this?
Sukracharya kicks a ball, which travels in a curvy path instead of going straight.
Meghnath: Yes. This is what I meant. What magic is this?
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