Chapter 18 of Aztlán Rising

Deep in the jungles of Veracruz, a secretive community thrives under Santiago's rule, bound by rituals of blood, loyalty, and transformation. Revered as a reincarnated god, he leads his followers in crafting a society both mystical and militant, steeped in ancient traditions and fueled by an ambitious vision.

As they trade coffee to fund their cause, their true goal remains hidden—amassing power, perfecting dark arts, and preparing for an eventual conquest that will reshape the land itself.