On 19th October 2018, an idea struck me like a divine spark—an idea so colossal that it has taken seven years of relentless effort to bring it alive. Rudraman: The Battle for Earth is not just another book—it is the biggest challenge and greatest achievement of my literary life.
For me, Rudra is not merely a character—he is an avatar of Lord Shiva, the one I worship and follow with devotion. To attempt a story around him was overwhelming, almost impossible. Yet, I knew I had to create a world where mythology, science, and fast-paced storytelling collide—where the grandeur of the ancient meets the logic of the modern.
It is my deepest belief that India was the pioneer of science and technology in prehistoric times—the Vedas, Puranas, and epics are testimony to this. But much of this knowledge was lost to wars, invasions, and time itself. Through this book, I attempt to reimagine that lost era—to bring alive a vision where the ancient sciences and wisdom resurface in a way that makes sense to today’s youth.
Writing this book tested me in ways I had never imagined. I researched the receding Ice Age of 10,000 BC, built the Sindhu Samrajya, and gave new life to the Asurax (the Asuras of our Puranas) as a predatory species from distant stars. I rewrote and refined the storyline through 40+ drafts until Rudra and Shakti became not just gods of legend, but heroes we could relate to and root for.
Rudraman: The Battle for Earth is a standalone epic, but it is also the prequel to my Age of Kalki trilogy (The Last Avatar – Book 1). If you’ve read those books, you know Kalki is aided by a secret society called the Rudras. This book answers the questions: Who were the Rudras? Why was Shambala created? Why were the weapons and scriptures of the gods hidden from the world?
This is the story of the beginning—when Lord Rudra entrusted the Rudragan with the greatest responsibility of all: to protect divine knowledge and rise only during apocalyptic times.
Together with The Age of Kalki trilogy, the saga of Rudra and Shakti form the very heart of my VMU Superhero Universe—a universe that brings unique Indian heroes to the forefront of global storytelling.
I invite you to immerse yourself in this world—where the forgotten greatness of India’s past meets the limitless possibilities of its future. Do not forget to read more about the universe, the characters and the timeline in this website and the VMU website (www.vmusuperheroes.com) .
I bow to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati for blessing me with this story.
I am merely attempting to reimagine the works of the giants—the rishis, gurus, and munis who gave us Hindu mythology and our history.
Om Namah Shivaya.
— Vishwas Mudagal
The Battle for Earth is a gripping saga where Indian mythology collides with alien invasions, set in a time before recorded history. As the ancient Indus Empire faces annihilation by the alien warlord Taraak the Asurax, a long-forgotten protector must rise to defend humanity’s last hope.
18-year-old Arya Sharma has failed her 12th exams, fought with her family, and run away from Bengaluru on the next train out.What she doesn’t know is that her “gap-year meltdown” is about to dump her straight into a secret Himalayan superhero academy where gods still whisper, monks levitate, and destiny has the world’s worst sense of humour.
Chosen by the Eternal Flame of Shakti to join the Immortal Yoddha Program, Arya must train to master five elements, battle cosmic monsters, and horror of
horrors—give up junk food, Wi-Fi, and dating forever.
Now in Vol. 2, Arya learns that escaping her life was easy. Surviving superhero school is MUCH harder.
The Immortal Yoddha program demands:
• Shaved heads
• No junk food
• No dating, no music
• Zero fun
• And brutal training
While the other recruits chase glory, Arya mostly falls asleep in class, crashes into things, annoys ancient monks, and still can’t control the chaotic flame inside her. But everything changes when an Asurax monster starts destroying Shimla…and the Rudras uncover a traitor inside the Academy.
In a war-ravaged future, the terrorist group Invisible Hand attacks India, triggering nationwide chaos. A mysterious vigilante named Kalki rises, joined by the secretive Rudras and a superhuman spy, Nushen. Together, they must protect the ancient Scripture of Gods and save the world from destruction.
Rishi Rai, a young and ambitious entrepreneur, faces a sudden downfall when his startup goes bankrupt. Crushed by failure and uncertainty, he impulsively sets off on an unplanned journey across India.
