After several days of going border to border doing the same thing Karna, in his new form radiating divine authority, continued to visit the various borders of Panchal, overseeing the defenses and ensuring that the kingdom was prepared for any potential threats.
His presence served as a source of inspiration and confidence for the soldiers and commanders stationed along the borders.
One such day a message came of the capital city of Panchal Karna received the message about Takshaka's willingness to confront him directly.
The news raised a sense of caution within him. Takshaka's sudden change in approach was indeed suspicious, and Karna knew that he needed to approach this situation carefully.
"Let's see what Takshaka has in store for us," Karna muttered to himself, Kusanagi tied to his side.
"Lilith," Karna began, turning to the enigmatic deity who had pledged her assistance. "Be prepared for what may come. Takshaka's willingness to confront us directly is unexpected, and we must remain vigilant."
Lilith, her abyssal eyes gleaming with a mixture of adoration and respect for her summoner, nodded in response to Karna's words.
She had witnessed the unwavering resolve and power of the king's divine form, and she understood the gravity of the situation they faced.
"I am prepared, my lord," Lilith replied, her voice carrying a subtle undercurrent of danger. "Takshaka and his allies shall find that they have challenged a force beyond their reckoning."
As the designated time for the meeting with Takshaka approached, Karna and Lilith made their way to the outskirts of Khandava Forest, the designated meeting location with Takshaka. The forest loomed before them, its ancient trees and dense foliage adding an eerie atmosphere to the impending confrontation.
The sun hung low on the horizon, casting long shadows that seemed to dance with anticipation. Karna's divine form and Lilith's enigmatic presence created a stark contrast to the natural surroundings, marking them as formidable figures in this ancient forest.
As they reached the agreed-upon location, Karna's senses were on high alert. He couldn't shake the feeling that this meeting could be a trap, and he was determined to approach it with caution.
"I sense something," Karna said in a low voice to Lilith. "Hidden within the forest, there are presences that watch us. Stay on guard."
Lilith nodded, her abyssal eyes scanning the shadows of the forest with a keen awareness. She was ready to unleash her formidable power at a moment's notice.
Moments later, a voice echoed through the forest, carrying with it an eerie and serpentine quality. "Ah, Karna, King of Anga and Lanka, you have arrived. How delightful."
Takshaka, the Naga Lord, emerged from the shadows of the trees, his form that of a colossal serpent. His scales glistened with an otherworldly sheen, and his eyes held a malevolent intelligence.
Karna maintained his composure, though he couldn't help but feel a sense of unease in the presence of the ancient Naga Lord. He extended his hand to Lilith, silently signaling her to remain prepared.
"Takshaka," Karna addressed the serpent lord with a measured tone. "Your willingness to confront us directly is unexpected. What is it that you seek, and why have you allied with shadowy forces?"
Takshaka's hissing laughter filled the air. "Ah, Karna, always so direct and to the point. I seek the destruction of Panchal, and my alliance with these forces is but a means to that end. The kingdom shall fall, and its people shall kneel before me."
"Now that's just a delusion of yours playing with your head, Lizard~" Lilith taunted, her voice dripping with an alluring but dangerous charm. Her enigmatic presence seemed to unnerve Takshaka, who recoiled slightly at her words.
Takshaka's serpentine eyes narrowed, and his hissing laughter turned into a menacing growl. "You speak boldly, For a weak woman HAHAHA!!!"
Karna's form radiated with regal authority as he listened to Takshaka's taunts. He remained composed, his gaze steady on the Naga Lord, while Lilith's enigmatic presence continued to emanate an air of danger and allure.
But Karna's heightened senses detected the sudden appearance of a new presence by Takshaka's side. This newcomer had moved with incredible speed, leaving Karna momentarily surprised by the display of agility.
Karna's eyes narrowed as he assessed the new figure that had appeared alongside Takshaka. The monkey-like features and the permanent glare directed at him hinted at a formidable opponent. Karna had encountered various beings with unique abilities and forms, but this one carried an air of unpredictability.
"Lilith, be prepared," Karna whispered to the enigmatic deity at his side. He knew that the situation had taken an unexpected turn, and they needed to remain vigilant.
Takshaka, still in his colossal serpent form, regarded Karna with a sinister grin. "Allow me to introduce my ally, Vali, the Monkey King. He has a particular...dislike for you, Karna."
Vali, the Monkey King, remained silent but continued to glare at Karna with a burning intensity. His movements were agile, and his tail twitched with restless energy.
"You pest have something which my master owns, If you give it to me willingly then you can have a quick death-"
After that Karna's mind made a 360 spin because the thing which he hated with passion after seeing his loved one hurt is getting threatened.
"Shut up," Karna's voice was barely more than a whisper.
"What?" Takshaka asked with a puzzled expression-
Karna's eyes burned with an intense fury as he locked his gaze on Vali, the Monkey King, who had threatened him. The mention of something that his master owned struck a raw nerve within Karna, and he could feel his anger rising.
"I SAID SHUT UP!!!!!!"
Karna's roar filled the forest, echoing with a power that shook the very ground beneath him. The force of his anger was palpable, and it sent shockwaves through the air, causing the leaves on nearby trees to rustle and the ground to tremble.
Vali, the Monkey King, was taken aback by the sudden outburst of fury from Karna. The intensity of the king's rage was like a raging tempest, and it left an undeniable impact on those who witnessed it.
Takshaka, still in his serpent form, recoiled slightly at the display of power. Even Lilith, who had observed countless beings and their emotions, couldn't help but be impressed by the sheer force of Karna's anger.
There and then a transformation took place, Karna's transformation was nothing short of astonishing. As his hair turned pitch-black with red highlights, his crimson-red eyes with a purple ring around them gleamed with an intensity that was both fearsome and awe-inspiring.
His once-toned physique now swelled with an almost otherworldly strength, and a pair of majestic horns sprouted from his forehead, curving gracefully backward.
But the transformation didn't stop there.
Another pair of arms emerged, giving Karna a total of four powerful limbs. His aura intensified, radiating with a dark and commanding power that was impossible to ignore.
With his four powerful limbs, Karna's physical strength had become almost otherworldly. His upper pair of hands were covered in a reddish-orange flame, while his lower arms were adorned with chains attached to a pair of formidable blades. In his lower right hand, he held Kusanagi, and in the other, he grasped Divine Axe-Rhitta.
The reddish-orange flames that enveloped Karna's upper arms seemed to dance with a fiery, ethereal light, adding to the aura of power that surrounded him. His transformation was a testament to the depths of his strength and determination.
Vali, the Monkey King, who had taunted Karna moments before, now found himself in the presence of an entity that exuded an aura of absolute dominance. He couldn't help but feel a sense of dread and respect for the king's newfound power.
Takshaka, though still in his serpent form, recoiled further, hissing in a mixture of fear and anger. The transformation of Karna had taken them all by surprise, and it was clear that they were facing a force beyond their expectations.
Lilith, by Karna's side, observed the transformation with a sense of awe. She had pledged her assistance to a formidable king, one who had now revealed a level of power that was truly exceptional.
Karna's voice, now carrying the weight of his transformed presence, resonated with a commanding authority. "Vali, the Monkey King, and Takshaka, the Naga Lord, you stand before a force that will not yield to threats or intimidation. I will protect what is mine, and no one will stand in my way."
Vali, though initially defiant, could not deny the overwhelming power that Karna now possessed. He took a step forward announcing, "You are my opponent!!!"
Right after that another spectacle took place because Karna's aura started getting dimmer with each passing second while Vali's aura began to surge with an otherworldly intensity.
The Monkey King's transformation was equally astonishing, as his fur bristled with electrifying energy, and his once-burning gaze now blazed with an azure fire.
"This is my boon from Brahma dev I will get half of my opponent's power just by declaring that person my opponent."
As Vali declared Karna as his opponent and invoked his boon from Brahma Dev (The Creator), the aura of the Monkey King surged with an otherworldly intensity.
It was clear that this transformation had bestowed upon him a tremendous surge of power, and the forest itself seemed to react to the overwhelming energy.
Karna, still in his transformed state, felt the drain on his aura as Vali's aura grew stronger. He realized that he was facing an opponent who could siphon his power, a challenge that required him to be cautious and strategic.