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Guru Arjan Dev Ji

The Compiler and First Martyr

Sikh Compilation of the Adi Granth; construction of the Harmandir Sahib; martyrdom 1563–1606 CE; Fifth Guru 1581–1606 Punjab; Amritsar (his base); executed in Lahore (now Pakistan); his martyrdom triggered the transformation of Sikhi into a tradition that also carries a sword
Portrait of Guru Arjan Dev Ji
Portrait of Guru Arjan Dev Ji
Rank Fifth Guru / First Sikh Martyr
Domain Compilation of the Adi Granth; construction of the Harmandir Sahib; martyrdom
Period 1563–1606 CE; Fifth Guru 1581–1606
Alignment Holy / Sikh
Power LEGENDARY 82

Attributes

ATK
40
DEF
80
SPR
99
SPD
50
INT
96
CHA
99
WIS
99
END
91

Combat Profile

ATK DEF SPR SPD INT CHA WIS END
Special Move

Adi Granth Compilation

channels divine knowledge into eternal scripture that guides all seekers toward truth and unity with the Divine.

Passive

Martyr's Resolve

suffering and sacrifice strengthen spiritual conviction, making their faith an unbreakable beacon that inspires generations.

Weakness

First Guru to be killed by the state -- a turning point that pushed the tradition toward armed self-defense under his son

The first Sikh martyr. His death is the hinge moment after which Sikhi takes on its martial character.


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Primary Source

*Guru Granth Sahib*; Sikh tradition; Mughal records

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