After a Week in the Land of Magadha where it's king was very frustrated.

"Karna has surpassed me in power. His kingdom is formidable as well. He has forcefully taken away what was once mine. Even Hastinapur has grown stronger with Karna's assistance. His policies have pushed my kingdom's economy into a wretched state," Jarasandha lamented, his agitation evident.

"Then why don't we annex Anga, Your Majesty? This is our chance. My spies have informed me that the royal family of Hastinapur is in the capital city of Pataliputra, Anga. If we capture the royal ladies of Hastinapur, we can bring Gangaputra Bhishma to his knees," suggested one of Jarasandha's courtiers.

"An intriguing idea! Let us prepare for war in secrecy. We shall strike Anga in one week," Jarasandha declared, his laughter echoing through the room.

Unbeknownst to them, a spy from Prithvi Sena overheard their conversation. Without wasting a moment, he swiftly departed Magadha, eluding capture by anyone.

The spy arrived at the palace gates of Anga, where Karna was inspecting the palace's security. Suddenly, he spotted the spy from Prithvi Sena and beckoned him to his secret hideout within Anga. The spy nodded in agreement and made his way to the designated location.

Shortly, Karna arrived at the secret hideout and learned about Jarasandha's clandestine plans. Without hesitation, he commanded his army to prepare for any form of warfare. Karna also sent a message to his father-in-law, requesting provisions and ammunition from Ayodhya for the impending battle.

He swiftly discussed the matter with his wife, Madirakshi. In response, Madirakshi promptly ordered her female army to prepare for war.

On the borders of Magadha, Karna laid traps to ensnare the soldiers. He discreetly put his military on standby, mustering their full strength in just three days, without alerting the citizens or the palace visitors.

Meanwhile, the Hastinapur family departed for their home, yearning for the familiarity of their lives and duties. Their hearts brimmed with memories of the magnificent sights they had witnessed in Anga. Thus, on the second day of war preparations, they embarked on their journey back to Hastinapur.

The visitors couldn't help but grow suspicious of Karna and Madirakshi. They wondered why the entire army of Anga stood prepared for battle at a moment's notice.

This piece of news, however, remained a secret to them as they swiftly reached Hastinapur in just two days. Karna had employed his magical prowess to enhance the speed of the Hastinapur family's chariots, making their journey remarkably swift.

Unbeknownst to Jarasandha, Karna had strategically placed traps along the route. He was well aware of how to defeat Jarasandha and was determined to end the tyrant's rule, liberating his cherished Braj Bhoomi.

All forces were poised to attack the soldiers of Magadha. The entire army of Anga, consisting of five Akshauhinis, stood steadfast in the defense of Patliputra, the city of Anga.

Preparations for war were complete, and Karna was ready, fully embracing his might.

On the fifth day, half of the Chaturangini Sena from the Kosala Kingdom arrived to aid their emperor.

To support the cause of ending Jarasandh's tyrannical reign, Shri Krishna dispatched a contingent of his own Akshauhini Narayani Sena to Anga.

Jarasandha, brimming with confidence, believed he could defeat the Anga forces in a single day. He initiated his attack but was taken aback when he encountered Karna with his formidable army, firmly stationed at the borders of Anga and Magadha.

Jarasandha found himself in a state of shock as his meticulously laid plans crumbled before his eyes.

Karna swiftly ordered the formation of a deadly Chakravyuha, which swiftly decimated the Magadha soldiers.

Jarasandha, determined to break the Chakravyuha, clashed with Karna. It was a grievous error on his part. Jarasandh drew his bow and unleashed arrows at Karna, engaging him in a fierce battle. Both warriors fired divine arrows, creating powerful shockwaves in the atmosphere.

Karna merged two of his celestial weapons and launched them towards Jarasandha, injuring him and shattering his bow.

Undeterred, Jarasandha drew his sword and charged at Karna. Karna invoked his own celestial sword, and the two engaged in a fierce melee. Ultimately, Karna emerged victorious, defeating Jarasandha and surveyed his army, which had conquered three-fourths of the Magadh soldiers.

Jarasandha, determined to fight on, grabbed his spear, but Karna swiftly shattered it into two. Next, Jarasandha picked up a mace, only to meet the same fate as before.

Undeterred, Karna challenged Jarasandha to a wrestling match. The two warriors grappled, displaying equal strength, but Karna's expertise in unarmed combat became evident as he overpowered Jarasandha.

Frustrated by his impending defeat, Jarasandha resorted to hurling derogatory words at Karna, attempting to provoke him. He called Karna a "Sutaputra" and belittled his knowledge and respect for his parents. These words ignited a blaze of anger within Karna. He unleashed a furious onslaught, delivering powerful kicks all over Jarasandha's body.

Jarasandha found himself helpless, repeatedly struck like a ball by Karna. Defenseless, he crumbled to the ground, unable to retaliate. Karna's anger blazed in his eyes as he continued to assault Jarasandha mercilessly. Desperate, Jarasandha attempted to rise, but Karna pressed his left foot against Jarasandha's right leg and exerted tremendous force, stretching his limbs to their limits. With a triumphant grin, Karna proclaimed, "Your end is near, Jarasandha."

Jarasandha, clinging to a shred of hope, declared, "Karna, no one can kill me. I am immortal."

Karna responded with a resolute roar, "No one is immortal, Jarasandha."

Mocking Jarasandha's feeble attempt at resistance, Karna confidently revealed his knowledge of Jarasandha's birth story. He reminded him that he was born of two mothers, divided into halves, and left for dead. However, the mystical Rakshasi Jara joined his severed parts with her magic, bestowing him life. Karna recounted how Jarasandha was returned to his father, who named him Jarasandha. He concluded with a smirk, stating that the only way to kill Jarasandha was to dismember his body symmetrically and cast the parts in opposite directions.

Jarasandha was consumed by the fear of death upon hearing Karna's words. He desperately tried to land a kick on Karna, hoping for an escape, but Karna swiftly caught his leg.

Karna proceeded to tear Jarasandha's body symmetrically, dissecting him into two parts. With a forceful throw, he sent Jarasandha's dissected remains in opposite directions.

Having defeated Jarasandha, Karna commanded his forces to surrender immediately. All Magadha forces were taken as prisoners of war. Karna decided to train these prisoners in Prithvi Sena, transforming them into valuable allies for his future missions. He specifically ordered the selection of strong and capable prisoners to be sent to Ayodhya, where Maharishi Vashistha would train them.

Karna took control of the twenty-three Akshauhini army of Jarasandh and merged it with Anga's forces, transforming Anga into a powerhouse within Āryāvrata. He absorbed the land of Magadha into Anga, expanding the size of his kingdom.

Sahadeva, Jarasandha's son, pledged his life and loyalty to Karna in fear of death. Karna, acknowledging Sahadeva's devotion, crowned him as the new governor of Magadha, which was now an integral part of Anga.

Karna rejoiced in his accomplishment. He had gained a faithful ally and liberated the people of Magadha from Jarasandha's tyrannical rule.

With control over both Anga and Magadh, Karna became the most powerful king in all of Āryāvrata. His kingdom boasted the largest territory and unmatched wealth, as he controlled the treasuries of both Anga and Magadha.

Karna's ascendancy posed a significant threat to all kings who had supported Jarasandha. He coerced them into eliminating caste barriers within their kingdoms, warning them that failure to comply would result in losing their thrones to him.

Karna's joy stemmed from the newfound freedom of the people, recognizing its importance for progress and a brighter future.

Braj Bhoomi, which had long suffered under Jarasandha's annexation, was finally liberated. The people hailed Karna as their savior and liberator.

Mathura stood tall once again, returned to Ugrasen's possession. Krishna and Balrama rejoiced in the progress made throughout Āryāvrata and the liberation of the people of Braj.

Word of Karna's victory over Jarasandha reached Hastinapur, shocking everyone. Bhishma rejoiced, foreseeing a path to peace throughout Āryāvrata. Vidur, however, had a different outlook. He recognized that Karna's newfound power would greatly influence the selection of the next crown prince of Hastinapur. Aware of Karna's significance as the kingmaker, he understood that Karna held the power to shape Hastinapur's future. Dhritarashtra and Gandhari were overjoyed, elated that their son possessed such formidable support.

The Musketeers celebrated their friend's triumph but mourned their inability to aid Karna in the war.

The Pandavas were stunned, unable to fathom Karna's victory over Jarasandha. They realized that one's caste held no bearing on their potential and future.

Kunti reveled in the pride of her eldest son, acknowledging him as the greatest warrior. She also rejoiced in the liberation of the Yadavas from Jarasandha's tyranny.

Bhishma contemplated inviting Karna to Hastinapur. With the announcement of the crown prince and the approaching festival of colors, he believed it was an opportune moment.