Sri Lankan Warriors

Royal Defenders (Ravana)

Ancient Sri Lankan warriors who developed the traditional martial art Angampora.

Quick Facts

Date of BirthAntiquity

EraAntiquity–19th century

Country of OriginSri Lanka

Rank / TitleAngampora Warfare Heritage

Active YearsAntiquity–present

Biography

Sri Lankan warriors cultivated Angampora over two millennia, incorporating unarmed striking (Angam), weapon systems (Ilantham), and pressure point locks.

Associated Martial Arts

Kiripolu (Sri Lankan Wrestling)Origin community→

Sri Lankan wrestling forming the grappling strand of angampora. The British banned martial arts practice in Ceylon in 1817, so much of the tradition was lost.