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As the dialogue deepens with the villagers, conversation shifts to a deeper cultural significance, revealing the scars and tattoo patterns that symbolize their crocodile-themed traditions. The Chambri tribe’s identity is interwoven with the crocodile, and a scarification rite at the age of 17 marks the transition to manhood—a painful yet revered practice that cements a man's place within the tribe.
The Dark Legacy of Cannibalism
However, the conversation takes a poignant shift when discussing the once-prevalent practice of cannibalism rooted in power dynamics and warfare. Men would historically consume the flesh of their enemies in hopes of absorbing their strength and bravery. This history remains a taboo topic, often discussed in secretive and sacred spaces where women are forbidden.