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@The Ultimate Pawn

"Sakra" is a title given to the ruler of Heaven (in both Buddhism and Hunduism).

Indra is called Sakra because he is the current Leader of the Devas and Ruler of (Hindu/Buddhist) Heaven. If Indra dies, a new leader will take his place and become the new "Sakra."