From Rama and the Monkeys by Geraldine Hodgson (1903)
I like the character of Hanuman, and how he was introduced into the story with a "heart overflowed with gladness." I could possibly change him from a monkey to some other creature. I really like this picture of Sugriva and Rama together because I think it personifies Sugriva's character by making him a humanoid monkey.
I thought it was interesting that Rama sneakily killed Vali, when he was an accomplished and honorable warrior that should have been able to take him head on.
Rama showing that he is kind of whiny, because after all, it was his decision to honor the exile.
But then again, he has been without his wife for a long time.
Also, didn't know sita was raped, that is kind of dark for this epic.
I really like the sampati Jatayu story, and how they flew too close to the sun.
I'm glad Sampati got his redemption, I could see myself writing a story about the bird brothers before Jatayu ran into Ravana and before Sampati's wings were burned.
The espionage mission Hanuman undertakes is entertaining. He really is a devoted follower, I could write more about his exploits.
Its kind of silly that Sita can just pray and the gods will answer her whims.
The twist where Ravan's own brother leaves him to join Rama is a nice touch. I could expand more on that in a story.
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