Excited about their imminent descent into Lanka, the blustering bands from Kishkinda surged towards the southern shores of the ocean. Standing at the water's edge and beholding the foaming turbulence of the blue expanse their joy turned to horror. Towering waves rose and fell with untiring zeal. Fearful sea creatures swam with their mouths wide open and the Asuras living on the ocean bed terrified the Vanaras, who only moments ago were chafing for war! Seeing their terror and timidity Angada said, "Do not ever yield to fear, for, it can kill as easily as a serpent can kill a sleeping child. Who among you can jump over the many Yojanas of sea to reach Lanka? Whose might and valor will achieve our mission, rid us of Sugriva's anger and take us back to our homes? Let him who can do so, speak now!" But Angada's requests were met a stony silence!