Uttara is Virata's son. When the Pandavas are living in Virata's city, Duryodhana mounts an attack. Because Virata has been drawn away from the city, Uttara is in charge, so he rushes into battle with Arjunaas his charioteer, though Arjuna is in disguise. Upon seeing Duryodhana's forces, Uttara tries to retreat, but Arjuna chases after him, reveals his true identity, and forces Uttara back into the battle—which they end up winning.