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13+15 min

Karna's Death

When Karna’s wheel sinks into the mud, fate delivers the most tragic blow of the war.

Contains: Death, War violence

Story Summary

On day seventeen, Karna’s chariot wheel sinks, his forgotten curses return, and Arjuna must strike while Krishna reminds him of Abhimanyu’s death. Karna’s final moments capture every vow, sacrifice, and heartbreak woven through his life. He dies with dignity, blessing the war even as it takes him, leaving both armies stunned by the fall of a tragic hero.

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