In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the violent collapse of Dos Pilas, a Maya city that rose to power through betrayal and alliance with Calakmul. They discuss the reign of B'ajlaj Chan K'awiil, who fled Tikal and founded a rival dynasty, and the eventual downfall of his grandson, Itzamnaaj B'alam. The episode focuses on the defensive walls built at Dos Pilas, the abandonment of the city during the Terminal Classic, and the evidence of ritual abandonment. Lucas explains how Dos Pilas' aggressive expansion led to its isolation, and how the Petexbatún region became a war zone, accelerating the Classic Maya collapse. The conversation also touches on the role of ecological degradation and the shift from divine kingship to military leadership.
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