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Last Saturday, we came together for the wedding of Jonas and Eastonia, a celebration full of love and unity.
Many guests from across the jungle attended, including representatives from various tribes, making it a very special event. The ceremony was romantic, led by Shaman Whisper with help from Kwanita.
Summer had beautifully decorated the camp with a nice party setup, so after the ceremony, everyone partied all night with the newlyweds.
Congratulations, Jonas and Eastonia!
This Wednesday, the tribe participated in a protection ritual to shield themselves from the plague spreading through the jungle. The aim is to stay safe and secure until Saturday’s vaccination event at Chaos.
Today, we enjoyed a special event celebrating the Muiraquita. Whisper shared the captivating tale of the Icamiaba tribe and the green stones they discovered in a river. After the story, we all headed outside for a fun quest to find our own green stones and feathers, just like the Icamiaba did long ago. Once we gathered our materials, we spent some peaceful time creating necklaces, feeling connected to the past through this simple activity.
Thursday was a special day, marked by the Blue Virility Ritual, one of the most eagerly awaited traditions for the Tapi. On this day, the Shaman honored the Tapi men and close friends of the tribe by painting them blue. It is believed that this blue paint boosts their stamina, virility, and fertility, making the event even more significant.
The ceremony began with a heartfelt speech from Elder Bubba, who spoke about the importance of the ritual and its deep roots in the Tapi culture. Then the Shaman took over, and the painting process began. This year, twelve men and friends of the tribe were chosen for this honor—the highest number ever recorded
After everyone was painted, the men came together to dance, celebrating their new energy and virility. The rhythmic movements and joyful expressions on their faces showed just how much the ritual meant to them.
shouts: “Men of the Tapirapé! Women of the jungle!
Bubba Oh
“HEAR MY WORDS!”
“We are gathered here today for one of the most sacred rituals of the Tapirapé tribe!”
“THE PAINTING OF THE COCKS!”
“We paint for fertility and fortune!”
“Once in the dark mist of time – our tribe went nearly extinct – War, famine and disease had ravaged our numbers!”
“But our holy Shamans had a secret blessing!”
“And with that blessing our numbers rose again!”
“May it be so today too!”
“May the sacred holy blue paint bring many blue lips! And may it bring many young!”
“Men of the Tapi! Your ancestors call upon you to have your cocks painted, and swell our tribe – and it’s women!”
“May it bring much fortune!”
shouts: “LET THE RITUAL COMMENCE!”
shouts: Taupéicha
On the second day of Fishing Week, we celebrated the Spirit Animal Guide ritual, one of the most popular traditions of the week. After spending the morning and early afternoon fishing, everyone gathered around Mama Allpa, eagerly anticipating their turn to discover their spirit animal guide.
The atmosphere was filled with a mixture of excitement and reverence as the Shaman prepared for the ceremony. She consumed a significant amount of ayahuasca, a sacred brew known for its powerful connections to the spiritual realm. As the effects took hold, the Shaman began to communicate with the spirits, seeking guidance and insight for each participant.
Meanwhile, everyone lined up patiently and one by one, they approached the Shaman, who revealed the unique animal spirit that would guide them. This ritual deeply connected each person with their spiritual essence, fostering a sense of unity and tradition within the group.
Fishing Week started with the time-honored Blessing of the Water ritual, setting a vibrant tone for the days ahead. After a sacrifice of fruit and flowers, the women of the tribes gathered to perform traditional dances in honor of Mama Cocha, the revered goddess of the sea and fishing. Their graceful movements and heartfelt rhythms were not only meant to ensure a bountiful catch for the week but also held a special significance this year.
With a sickness spreading through the jungle, the ritual took on an added layer of importance. The community hoped that by showing their respect and gratitude to Mama Cocha, they might receive her blessing to drive away the illness and restore health to the land.
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Today was the Initiation of Ket and Sunny, from prospects to full Tapi. It was also the first time we gathered in the new sacred place.
It was a beautiful ceremony lead by Whisper and Summer with speeches from Bubba, Kwanita, Ket and Sunny. Afterwards there were dancing assisted by Diana from the Xoco playing drums for us all.
Finally the new village have been completed. It was celebrated by a big party with a speech from Elder Bubba and a blessing from Whisper and Summer.
Bubba’s Speech:
Bubba: Flops his papers and looks around
Bubba: “When ever the Tapirapé tribe has a grand event – it is the custom that the eldest elder speak….”
Bubba: “So you are forced to listen to me – eventhough I am young at heart!”
Bubba: “A fortnight ago a great catastrophe befell our village!”
Bubba: “A storm raged – undoubtedly sent by the jealous Wind God, that razed our little village!”
Bubba: “Supay sent death to our fields and the Wind God ravaged our huts….”
Bubba: “But the Tapirapé have always been pious people – we have always honored the Gods with body and soul!”
Bubba: “So we prayed to to Viracocha the great male god, to Cocha Mama the greath jungle mother – and Viracoca rewarded us with greath strenght and erection!”
Bubba: “Of new huts!”
Bubba: “New huts were erected to honor the Gods and the ancestors – even our most female elders erected huts!”
Bubba: “And so we stand here today – not in a village – but in a METROPOLIS – to rival Libertad itself!”
Bubba: “A new shining capital for the Tapirapé tribe!”
Bubba: “A shining city! A jewel of the North!”
Bubba: “It is my greath pleasure to welcome you all on behalf of the Elders and People of the Tapirapé!”
Bubba: shouts: “Welcome!”
Bubba: Takes off his glasses and folds the papers back
Then after Bubba’s speech followed a Blessing of the camp by Whisper and Summer
More Pictures from the party here below:
More Picture of the Camp here:
Today we had the New Year ritual, where the goat, Buttercup, gave it’s life for the good of the tribe and those that visited.
It was bloody and fun as always. Thank you all who participated.
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Today we had initiation for Adam and Kart. It was a moving celebration with many brothers, sisters and friends attending.
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