Aztec Jaguar Warriors: The Most Feared Elite in Mesoamerica.

The Aztec jaguar warriors, known as cuāuhocēlōtl, were elite soldiers who earned their fierce reputation through rigorous training and battlefield prowess. Donning jaguar pelts and wielding spears and atlatls (spear-throwers), they embodied the power and cunning of their namesake. Membership wasn’t just about skill; warriors had to capture four enemies alive, a feat seen as a greater honor than simply killing. These elite fighters served not only as the Aztec empire’s vanguard but also played a ritualistic role, supplying captives for sacrifices to the sun god Huitzilopochtli. Their bravery, skill, and terrifying appearance made them Aztec society’s most respected and feared warriors.

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