On Mahadev's motivation, Kartikey gets a few tips on war from Nandi. He defeats Nandi in a fight. Later, Kartikey defeats Ganesh in a blindfold duel. Ganesh realises that Mahadev had organised the fight to strengthen his and Kartikey's powers. Mahadev enlightens Ganesh about Andhaka's son, Adi. Adi performs a yagya to gratify Lord Brahma. Rishi Halahal worries about Manasa's whereabouts after she visits Mrityu Lok. Lord Brahma blesses Adi with a boon, and warns him not to misuse it.