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The controversy between certain Hindu groups and the producers of "Xena: Warrior Princess" flared in late February with the airing of "The Way," one of four episodes in the show's India-themed story arc.

In "The Way," Xena battles the demon Indrajit with the help of Hanuman — the monkey god — and Lord Krishna.

Problem is, many Hindu viewers got incensed — not because of the episode's bloodcurdling violence, but instead because they felt their God was being portrayed as a fictional character.

In response to their protests, and the threat of a worldwide Hindu boycott, the show's producers agreed April 2 to pull "The Way" from the schedule. In late August, an edited version hit the airwaves amid continued protests.

If Xena had known she'd soon be doing battle with such a large army, even she might have started quaking in her mahogany chamois boots.

Follow these links to the most comprehensive coverage on the "Xena" vs. Hindus controversy.

Battle on!

"Xena" vs. the Hindus, Round One: The first stirrings of protest
"Xena" vs. the Hindus, Round Two: Taking it to the streets
"Xena" vs. the Hindus, Round Three: Now they've got your attention!
"Xena" vs. the Hindus, Round Four: Statement from Renaissance Pictures April 2
"Xena" vs. the Hindus, Round Five: Studio pulls "The Way" from repeat schedule
"Xena" vs. the Hindus, Round Six: "The Way" to return in last week of August
"Xena" vs. the Hindus, Round Seven: Edited "The Way" Airs Amid Protests