In this episode, we listen to words of encouragement rendered unto a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 90, penned on the Velir king Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is set in the category of ‘Thumbai Thinai’ or ‘Battle of two kings’ and demonstrates how victory is sure to favour the king.