Gaja Mada was a valiant Javanese general who conquered dozens of island kingdoms for his master, the Emperor Hayam Wuruk, allowing the Majapahit civilization, one of the most brilliant and refined in all human history, to shine in all its splendor. In spite of their refinement, the Majapahit princes were formidable warriors, and would seek the protection of the gods before going into battle. They would bring offerings of the most fragrant flowers and ripest fruits to the temple, placing scented balms upon the altar and burning fragrant incense.