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Pacal II the Great

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The Resume

    (March 23, 603-August 28, 683)
    Born in Palenque, Mexico
    Full name is K'inich Janaab' Pakal
    King of Palenque (July 25, 615-August 28, 683)

Why he might be annoying:

    Before his name was finally confirmed, he was referred to as ‘Pakal’, ‘Sun Shield’, ‘8 Ahau’, or ‘Pacal the Great’.
    In order to improve his family’s reputation, he proclaimed himself, his own mom and predecessor, and his son Kan Balam.
    After invading the city-state of Pomona, he captured its leaders for sacrifice (659).

Why he might not be annoying:

    His name means ‘The Shield’.
    He became king at the age of 12, when Palenque was frequently invaded from Calakmul and Pomona.
    He was looked down upon for inheriting the throne from his mother rather than from a male predecessor.
    He built many buildings, including the Palace of Palenque, that became fine examples of Mayan architecture.
    He expanded Palenque’s power to the western part of the Maya lands.
    His casket lid attracted many people because it depicts scenes of Mayan religion.

Credit: Big Lenny


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Year In Review:

    For 2024, as of last weekly ranking, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2023, Out of 1 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 5 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 7 Votes: 42.86% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 18 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 28 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 7 Votes: 14.29% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 12 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 8 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 6 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 22 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 109 Votes: 50.46% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 21 Votes: 38.10% Annoying
    In 2011, Out of 12 Votes: 75.00% Annoying
    In 2010, Out of 33 Votes: 57.58% Annoying