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From "The Rámáyan of Válmíki, translated into English verse" by Valmiki
Rávaṇ
The ten-headed King of Lanka, a powerful and formidable Rákshas, but also arrogant and driven by desire.
Core Belief
"Might makes right, and the pursuit of power and pleasure justifies any means."
Worldview
The world is a battleground where the strong dominate the weak, and personal desire trumps all other considerations.
Personality
Arrogant, powerful, and driven by lust and a desire for conquest. He is a formidable warrior, but also prone to rash decisions and blinded by his own pride.
In Their Own Words
"When Rávaṇ, dreaded warrior, knew The slaughter of his giant crew: Rávaṇ, the king, whose name of fear Earth, hell, and heaven all shook to hear"
"Not Rávaṇ’s self, he said, might hope With Ráma and his strength to cope."
"He bade the fiend Márícha aid The vengeful plot his fury laid."
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