Founders of the Bakunawa Project
Ciaxpoturi was originally referred to as the "hidden country" because of its elusive nature, where missing people, animals, and no longer identifiable items seemed to end up. The existence of Ciaxpoturi was confirmed by a soldier in 2011, and news began to spread in 2014 through a stray radio signal. Initially, many were skeptical, thinking it might be a hoax or a government cover-up. However, the soldier’s memoirs have gradually revealed the reality of Ciaxpoturi, offering detailed insights into its daily life, festivals, religions, and the ifers (spiritual beings). Following its decline, Ciaxpoturi is now remembered as "The 100 Year Cataclysm," reflecting the catastrophic events that defined its history.
Faces have been obscured in this photo to protect the identities of military personnel and ensure operational security.
This archive was meticulously developed by Project Bakunawa, the first group to theorize the existence of a "hidden country." Their goal was to thoroughly investigate and document the now-defunct country of Ciaxpoturi. Over the course of a century, Ciaxpoturi gained a dark reputation as a final destination for many missing persons. The archive aims to preserve and clarify the complex details of this country and the enigmatic events associated with it.
In Ciaxpoturi, a key feature is the presence of "good spirits" called "ifers." These beings are believed by some people to be messengers from the divine, sent to bring attention to the country's deep moral and ethical problems. The ifers appear whenever there are significant ethical challenges, and their presence is seen as a direct response to how these problems are affecting people's lives. Essentially, they are thought to represent divine retribution or warnings, showing up to make people confront the wrongs in their society and urging them to address these issues before things get worse. The more serious the moral issues, the more likely the ifers are to appear, serving as a reminder that the nation's actions have consequences. These spirits seem to have been the cause of death for many individuals.
1. Historical Analysis: To explore and detail Ciaxpoturi’s intricate and troubled history, including its development over time and significant historical events.
2. Cultural Insights: To examine the cultural practices, social norms, and daily life of Ciaxpoturi’s inhabitants, providing a deep understanding of their way of life.
3. Event Documentation: To elucidate the "100 Year Cataclysm," a series of major and disastrous events that significantly impacted the country’s historical narrative.
4. Detailed Records: To offer a thorough account based on the soldier’s memoirs, which provide valuable insights into the significant occurrences and phenomena associated with Ciaxpoturi.
The archive aims to preserve the legacy of Ciaxpoturi and provide clarity on its enigmatic aspects through meticulous research and documentation.