Foreign influences, like in pre-Islamic era Malay peninsula, plays important role in shaping various cultural aspects in Melakan society. The Malay Annals recorded an enclave of Chams among many foreign enclaves in the city of Melaka. The Chams who arrived after the sack of Champa’s capital Vijaya in 1471, were said to be instrumental in the development of martial arts in Melakan era. They were known to have been held in high esteem by the Malay kings for their knowledge in martial arts and for being highly skilled in the art of war. Since it was common back then for prominent fighters to be elevated to head war troops and received ranks or bestowals from the raja, Chams also rose in ranks, filling important positions within the sultanate. During the reign of Sultan Mansur Shah, a Cham prince named Indera Brama was appointed as a senior minister in Melakan court, an indication of their importance.